What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE position at California Energy Commission?
Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor II in the ITSB Development Office, the incumbent acts as a technical associate for information technology systems and projects as they relate to web development and design. The incumbent is responsible for generally defined analytical activities and work assignments to support the California Energy Commission (CEC)’s internal and public-facing websites. The incumbent evaluates the websites and develops recommendations, implements solutions, and resolves problems in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practices to meet the CEC’s mission to provide energy policy information to the public and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at Information Technology Associate and Information Technology Technician. The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at
CEC Recruitment Survey.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position provides hybrid telework opportunities. Beginning July 1, 2025, employees may be required to work in-person at least four days per week under the Energy Commission's telework policy currently under development as required by Executive Order N-22-25 and current CalHR guidance. CEC will review requests for exemptions on a case-by-case basis, with consideration to operational needs and the benefits of in-person interaction. Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be located in California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance. Occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Shall Consider:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Department Information
in downtown Sacramento.
If you are interested in a challenging and exciting career in clean energy and are passionate about renewable, efficient, and reliable energy that addresses climate change, join our diverse team of global energy leaders! The California Energy Commission plays a lead role in creating the energy system of the future, not just in California, but globally.
This position is open to interested applicants who qualify. This can be a multi-step process. To be eligible to be hired:
1) Create an online CalCareers account. For a tutorial on the state application process, visit California State Hiring Process Instructional Video Series – YouTube or contact Careers@energy.ca.gov.
2) Complete and pass the ITA and/or ITT exam to be eligible to be hired for available positions. See information on Energy Commission Assessments and Exams.
3) To apply for this position, submit an application package through your CalCareers account. An application package must include all items under the “Required Application Package Documents” section. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a State Examination and Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications must include “to” and “from” dates (month/day/year), time base (full-time/part-time/number of hours per week/month), and applicable civil service classifications.
Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov
Special Requirements
1) How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678.
2) The Job Control number JC-475572 and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678.
3) Request for Personnel Action Number RPA 210-147 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678.
4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678.
5) Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 5/9/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - Include an SOQ that answers the questions below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit How to Write a Statement of Qualifications
for instructions.
1) Describe your experience in website development and design. Include any web projects and/or tasks you’ve worked on and the results of your work.
2) Describe your experience working with different teams to resolve website challenges.
Desirable Qualifications
2) Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, PHP, JavaScript, and other technical languages.
3) Applied knowledge and experience in documenting and explaining best practices to others with varying levels of technical expertise.
4) Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with staff and management. Clear, concise, and respectful written and verbal communication abilities is essential.
5) Knowledge of web content management system, Drupal, is highly recommended.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.energy.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Personnel Office
(916) 654-4309
personnel.services@energy.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Carousel Gore
(916) 661-8122
Carousel.Gore@energy.ca.gov
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Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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