What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I position at Department of Parks & Recreation?
The reporting location for this position is (1516 9th Street) in Sacramento, CA. This position will work under the direction of the Information Supervisor II.
The IT Specialist I is responsible for IT procurement execution of complex and major IT equipment, systems, services, and supplies within the Department of Parks and Recreation’s (DPR) delegation authority. The incumbent provides expert consultative support in complex business technology management and projects including purchasing and procurement of IT services, billing oversight, budget analysis, IT purchasing policy and program development, business analysis, research and development, strategic planning, and product and delivery strategies. Duties include, but are not limited to, all aspects relating to contracting, procurement, billing, vendor management, and software licensing management of IT and non-IT goods and services. The incumbent shall also act in a lead capacity for the IT procurement team. The incumbent may be asked to work closely with the IT Supervisor II on developing desk manuals, SharePoint applications, and documenting processes for IT purchases.
Training and Development Assignments may be considered.
This position is designated as telework eligible-remote centered.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Rachel Lopez at (916) 902-8906 or Rachel.Lopez@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Please include no more than 1-2 page(s), 12-point, arial font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that specially answer the following questions:
1. Describe how your education, training and/or previous job experience relates to this position as described in the Duty Statement.
2. Describe your experience related to information technology procurement and service contracts.
3. Describe your leadership approach to leading a team. How do you motivate employees? What strategies or techniques do you use to inspire and engage your team?
4. Describe your experience working in situations where there are multiple competing demands with limited timeframes and strict deadlines. Describe the actions you take as lead person, the tools you use to stay on track, your communication methods, and lastly your personal work style used in managing these types of situations.
5. Explain, if any, your experience working in database entry systems.
Note: Application received without responses to the supplemental questions above will NOT be considered.
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: 3/18/2025Who 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - Please see "Special Requirements"
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Rachel Lopez
(916) 902-8906
Rachel.Lopez@parks.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:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Instructions
Eligibility Information
To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
- List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
- Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
- Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.
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.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
