INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Are you looking for a fast-paced and challenging Lead IT Support position ? Do you enjoy the flexibility of part-time remote work ? Would you embrace the challenges and rewards of working for a department responsible for protecting the civil rights of all Californians ? If so, The Civil Rights Department ( CRD ) is a great place to work because at CRD our core values are Accountability , Commitment to Justice , Customer Service , Excellence , Fairness , Integrity , and Teamwork . At CRD we use cutting edge technology operating in an agile framework to deliver the very best services to the people of California.

Under general direction of the Infrastructure and Operations Manager - Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) functions as the E-Discovery and data governance expert for the Civil Rights Department (CRD) Information Technology Division. The ITS I is responsible for supporting complex E-Discovery, data governance, management, and extraction activities in support of critical departmental data inquiries while ensuring compliance with all Federal, State and Departmental policies. The ITSI serves as System administrator for the Microsoft Purview platform.

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

Working Conditions

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Requires ability to effectively handle stress, and work in a noisy and fast paced environment
• Requires daily use of a personal computer and related software applications at a workstation
• Requires ability to complete tasks that require repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties
• Requires prolonged sitting and/or standing in a workstation for 6.5 to 7 hours per day
• Requires dependability and excellent attendance record
• Willingness to work irregular hours

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with this job.

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-449540

Position #(s):
326-500-1402-XXX

Working Title:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,323.00 - $8,475.00 A
$6,954.00 - $9,319.00 B
$7,635.00 - $10,230.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The Civil Rights Department (CRD or Department) is the civil rights enforcement agency for the State of California. CRD's mission is to protect all people in California from employment, housing and public accommodation discrimination, human trafficking, and hate violence.

The CRD is the largest state civil rights enforcement agency in the country. It enforces the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Unruh Civil Rights Act, Disabled Persons Act, Ralph Civil Rights Act, and the California Trafficking Victims Protection Act. The Department has jurisdiction over both private and public entities operating within the State of California, including corporate entities, private sector companies that contract with the State of California, and all State departments and local governments.

The CRD receives, investigates, conciliates, and initiates individual and systemic discrimination complaints in its five offices throughout California. CRD litigates individual, class, group and systemic cases in all California jurisdictions, including state and federal courts. It leads education and outreach efforts to stakeholders and the public, and has an active regulatory and legislative program.

Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey CRD Human Resources Survey (Rev. Oct 2022) (surveymonkey.com)

We review your job application to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please ensure to provide detailed information in your application.

https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Landing/NewToStateservice.aspx

Transcripts: If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcript for verification at the time of application submission. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.

Personally Identifiable Information:
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

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: 10/8/2024
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.

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:

California Civil Rights Department
Attn: Human Resource - Amy Duarte
651 Bannon Street Suite 200

Sacramento , CA 95811

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Civil Rights Department
Human Resources - Amy Duarte
651 Bannon Street Suite 200

Sacramento , CA 95811

08:30 AM - 04:30 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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:

• Knowledge of and experience using the Microsoft Purview data classification and management tools.
• Knowledge of and experience using and managing Microsoft SharePoint
• Knowledge of and experience managing Microsoft OneDrive.
• Knowledge of and experience using the Relativity One E-Discovery platform
• Knowledge of and experience using the Net Documents document management platform
• Knowledge of and experience managing policies and objects using Microsoft Azure (Entra) and Microsoft Intune.
• Knowledge of and experience managing Microsoft Defender.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of Tools as well as Adobe Acrobat.

Benefits
For the latest information on the attractive benefits offered by the state of California, explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR .

General State Employment Benefits and Protections

Click here to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees.

For information regarding available employee benefits, please visit the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary page on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/
Hiring Unit Contact:
Wayne Wong
(916) 818-3918
Wayne.Wong@CalCivilRights.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 OFFICER
(213) 337-4469
brenda.valle@dfeh.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 Position Information

As mentioned above t his position is Hybrid and may be eligible for remote-work based on departmental guidelines and operational need. Although remote work is available, this job will be based out of our Sacramento County HQ Office and in-person attendance will be required for a minimum of two days per week, once approved.

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.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with "see resume" in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and may not be accepted:
• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

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.