Job Description and Duties

Telework is available.

Under the administrative direction of the Deputy Director (CEA) of Platform Services, the zSystems Services Information Technology Manager II (IT Mgr II) oversees approximately 90 technical staff members, including eight subordinate managers at the California Department of Technology (CDT), Office of Technology Services (OTech). The incumbent leads zSystems, ensuring secure and reliable mainframe infrastructure (zOS & zLinux) for state agencies, providing 24x7x365 services to meet critical needs and deliver best value to the State.

Key responsibilities include building, supporting, and maintaining hardware and software for a stable, secure, fault-tolerant, and scalable infrastructure. Specific duties involve executing change management processes, conducting audits, and managing expense and revenue collection. The IT Mgr II also ensures compliance with statute and contract requirements while implementing executive directives and customer demands within multiple physical data centers. Oversight of service delivery, production operations, mainframe performance management, and adherence to processes and procedures is essential for successful service delivery.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

• Must be available to work overtime as necessary and when business needs warrant.

• Must carry a mobile device/smartphone.

• Must maintain consistent, predictable attendance.

• Must be available to travel to the Department of Technology's headquarter and various customer locations for meetings.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-437787

Position #(s):

695-364-1406-381

Working Title:

Information Technology Manager II

Classification:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

$10,734.00 - $13,048.00

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00AM - 5:00PM (VARIABLE)

Work Week:

MON-FRI

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

Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) - For exam use only.

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents. .

Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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. 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.

• Describe your experience managing IBM mainframe systems, including specific examples of how you have handled system upgrades, capacity planning, performance optimization, and incident resolution? If you do not have specific IBM mainframe experience, provide examples of how your experience with alternative technologies apply.

• Can you provide detailed examples of your experience managing several complex and high-impact projects at the same time?

• Can you describe your experience and provide examples of how you successfully manage a large team in a high-stakes environment? What strategies did you use to manage the team effectively and ensure team success?

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: 7/13/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Technology

Attn: Human Resources/LS - RPA 23-381/JC-437787

Selection Services Unit

P.O. Box 1810

Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Technology

Human Resources

10860 Gold Center Drive

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Drop Off at 2nd Floor Security - Attn: LS- RPA 23-381/ JC-437787

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 -

Required. Please see "Special Requirements" section for further information.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Familiarity with the disciplines of Information Technology Infrastructure Library/Service Management (ITIU ITSM).

• Understanding of mainframe technology and infrastructure (z/OS & zLinux)

• Strong leadership skills in a complex environment with multiple competing priorities and demands.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Principles, practices, and trends of public administration, including management, organization, planning, cost benefit analysis, budgeting, and project management and evaluation.

• Employee supervision, training, development, and personnel management.

• Current computer industry technology and practices.

• Principles of data processing systems design, programming, operations, and controls

• State level policies and procedures relating to the Department of Technology, Office of Technology Services

• Develop and evaluate alternatives, make decisions, and take appropriate action; establish and maintain priorities.

• Identify the need for and assure the establishment of appropriate administrative procedures.

• Principles of the governmental functions and organizations at the State level, including the legislative process.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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:

Kim Crestelo

(916) 460-4878

kim.crestelo@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:

EEO Office

(916) 898-0119

eeo@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.

Training and Development Assignment may be considered. Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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 10/2023. 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.