Application Programmer Analyst - Telework Hybrid

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

DMV's Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking a motivated technology-forward thinking Information Technology (IT) Specialist I to be a part of a dynamic team that serves in the Driver Licenses (DL) Backend Support Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing the quality, reliability, user experience and access of DMV technology products. As an IT Specialist I, the incumbent will be instrumental in interpreting business problems and technology, formulating and presenting solutions to stakeholders. IT Specialist I possess a good practical and technical knowledge base, which includes emerging "cutting-edge" technologies. Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the IT Specialist I will perform duties related to Business Technology Management, IT Project Management, and Software Engineering including, but not limited to, technical writing, communications management, and software development. The it Specialist I is responsible for analyzing, designing, documenting, developing, and testing applications in the DL Backend Support Group. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: software engineering; software development; strong interpersonal skills; problem-solving skills, technical documentation, facilitation of Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions, knowledge of project management practices and software development life cycle.

All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.

The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process.

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

Working Conditions

Part-time telework available. Telework requires California residency.

This position works in an office setting, in a cubicle, which may include sitting for long periods of time, accessing a computer, and typing for long periods of time. DMV operates 24/7, so this position may be required to carry a cell phone, work occasional evenings and/or weekends, or attend out of town classes or conferences.

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 Job Code #:
JC-449442

Position #(s):
525-717-1402-110

Working Title:
Application Programmer Analyst - Telework Hybrid

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,323.00 - $10,536.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Work Week:
Monday through Friday

Department Information
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 30 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $11 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Using the online application system as specified in this 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. Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

• Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635)

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: 9/25/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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 Motor Vehicles
Attn: JC-449442
2415 First Avenue, MS E678

Sacramento , CA 95818

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Motor Vehicles
JC-449442
2415 First Avenue, MS E678

Sacramento , CA 95818
Place in the "MS E678 Drop Box" located at the 1st Floor Lobby.
09:00 AM - 04:00 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.
• Other - A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 2 page(s) in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document.

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:

Desirable Qualifications: • Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field • Knowledge and experience in COBOL, Assembler, DB2, Endeavor, and CICS. • Knowledge of DMV's IT infrastructure • Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Ability to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills • Ability to work independently and in a team environment • Strong written and verbal technical and non-technical communication skills. Excellent collaboration skills • Experience gathering business and system requirements and creating technical documentation for large IT projects. This position may be required to work on weekends and off shift hours. Telework available but may change due to the governor's directive to work in the office two days a week. Telework requires California residency. This position is eligible for full-time telework; however, this position may be required to occasionally report to the designated office location in DMV headquarters at 2415 First Avenue, Sacramento, California, 95818. Telework requires California residency. Travel expenses related to reporting to the designated office is the employee's own responsibility and is not eligible for reimbursement. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified will be invited to an interview.

Benefits
The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information.

• Benefits summary - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
• Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx (click on "CalPERS")
• Benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx
• Job descriptions and pay scales - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Sharon Zhang
(916) 730-5324

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:
Office of Civil Rights and Resolution
(916) 657-7553

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.

Job Application Package Checklist

Contrary to the "How To Apply" and "Alternate Application Process" sections of this job posting, the Job Application Package Checklist is not required. However, applicants must submit all Required Application Documents identified under the "Application Instructions" section by the final filing date.

Written Response

Based on the duty statement and the required qualifications, please describe how your education and work experience qualify you for this position. Provide specific examples demonstrating your skills and knowledge.

What is the most challenging job you had and how did you accomplish it?

What is your career goal? What do you think this position will help you achieve your goal?

What do you think the department should do to further enhance its information system?

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.