What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III position at Department of Technology?
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Under administrative direction of the Information Technology Manager II (IT Mgr II), Office of Broadband, Middle-Mile Broadband Initiative (MMBI), the Information Technology Specialist III (IT Spec III) acts as the Data Architect for the MMBI.
The MMBI is a high-profile initiative of the Governor and the California Department of Technology (CDT) which involves very large expenditures and is critical to accomplishing State goals of connecting communities of California to high-speed internet (HSI).
The Data Architect serves as the most senior data analytics professional and performs a wide array of functions as part of establishing and maintaining a data management framework. This framework should include but is not limited to implementing data exchanges, building operational dashboards, and supporting the creation of business intelligence tools for real-time analytics. The incumbent functions as a lead and/or works independently as a mastery-level technical specialist.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- May be required to carry a cell phone or other mobile communication device.
- Ability to regularly bend and stoop to retrieve files and perform occasional lightlifting (up to 20 pounds).
- Willingness to travel to multiple locations in the Sacramento area,as well as work evenings and weekends on an as needed basis.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy.
As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California.
Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
Special Requirements
Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) REQUIRED
All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.
Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process. Cover letters and résumés do not take the place of the SOQ.
1. Please explain how your previous experience and knowledge align with the responsibilities and requirements of this MMBI Data Architect role.
2. Please provide a time when you identified and resolved a data discrepancy issue.
3. Please provide a time you supported metadata management efforts in your previous roles?
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: 2/3/2025Who 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 - Required. Please see “Special Requirements” section for further information.
Desirable Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field is desired.
- Expert level knowledge/experience with data engineering principles and business intelligence (BI) software such as Power BI and Snowflake.
- Expert level knowledge and experience with data warehousing concepts and architectures.
- Expert level experience building end-to-end data solutions using data models and data pipelines.
- Expert level experience producing requirements documents, systems architecture and interfaces, data model diagrams, and configuration management documents.
- Expert level knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and data modeling concepts.
- Knowledge of principles in public administration and organization; analytical techniques and technical report writing, and methods to conduct research, analyze and evaluate information to develop studies and prepare reports.
- Experience as a data visualization analyst, business intelligence analyst or advanced report writer.
- Ability to apply creative thinking in the design and development of methods of processing information with IT systems.
- Ability to analyze information, situations, data and complex business systems to identify problems, draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to write requirements for testing, project management plans, and policy and procedure documents, and identify the appropriate documentation option for each project type.
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and navigate complex stakeholder requests.
- Ability to consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, and originality.
- Familiar with one or more of the following technical competencies: statistics programming, IT policy writing, research methods documentation, or IT project management.
- Knowledge and experience with fiber and broadband service development.
- Familiarity with California’s Broadband for All initiative.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to non-technical stakeholders in text and illustrations.
- Creativity, teamwork, and time management skills.
- Self-starter who can exercise initiative and think creatively to communicate information.
- Good organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and other computer programs.
- Experience with applicable business intelligence tools.
- Working knowledge of the California legislature and Executive Branch.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kyle Knapstad
(279) 216-0613
kyle.knapstad@state.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:Lisa Cooper
(916) 926-7657
Lisa.Cooper@state.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.
The Fine Print
When applying for a Job Opening, you must be sure to submit one state application per RPA #. You must indicate the RPA # you are applying for on your application, as well as your eligibility in the Explanations box; otherwise, your application may not be processed.
If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process.
Additional Application Instructions
Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.
Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 12/2021. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified. Employment Application STD. 678
Note: Applications must include a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.
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.
