Under the general direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II the incumbent will serve in the capacity of an Information Technology (IT) Procurement Specialist to the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Chief, executive staff, and DOJ clients to solve a wide range of business and technical issues. Incumbent will perform complex tasks related to information technology (IT) procurements and projects at the lead level. Incumbent will perform cost and price analysis on IT hardware and/or services in support of feasibility studies for the DOJ delegated and non-delegated IT projects. Represent the Department in setting IT procurement policies with the State's control agencies and DOJ clients. The incumbent requires innovative problem solving and exercises a high degree of initiative and independence during the performance of assignments. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert on the most complex analytical and consultative projects relating to information technology procurement, project and service contracts, legislation, and special projects. This position requires a deep knowledge of the Department's Programs, IT infrastructure, and systems.

The incumbent's objectives are the successful development and implementation of acquisition and project processes and procedures from initiation, planning, execution, through post-award, deliverables management to contract close-out as well as the leadership and guidance of end users' operations towards achieving all the agreed upon goals within the set scope, time, quality and budget standards.

This is a 12 month limited term position, but may be extended to a maximum of 24 months and/or may become a permanent position based upon operational needs.

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

Working Conditions

This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.

This position is eligible for telework up to 5 days a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. A teleworker is considered Remote-centered if they work fifty percent or more of their time from an alternate work location. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

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-432873

Position #(s):
420-864-1402-901

Working Title:
IT Contract and Acquisition Specialist

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,139.00 - $8,228.00 A
$6,751.00 - $9,048.00 B
$7,413.00 - $9,932.00 C

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Telework

Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Work Shift:
Day Shift

Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Enterprise Services Bureau, Project Management & Procurement Branch, IT Contracts & Procurement Section, IT Contracts & Procurement Unit.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the Department, please visit the Attorney General's website at www.oag.ca.gov .

Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

Clearly indicate JC - 432873 in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your State Application.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma . An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

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: 6/12/2024
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 Justice
Attn: Corrina Rodacker JC-432873
Department of Justice 4949 Broadway
Room D-214
Sacramento , CA 95820

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
Corrina Rodacker JC-432873
Department of Justice 4949 Broadway
Room D-214
Sacramento , CA 95820

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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education and experience meets the evaluation criteria and qualifies them for the position. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below to complete the requirements.

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 Project Approval Life cycle, Information Technology Acquisition Life Cycle, Policy and Code
• Subject Matter Expert on Competitive, Non-Competitive and Leveraged Procurement Agreements Purchase Methods
• Ability to Develop Statements of Work, Technical Requirements, Deliverables and Costs.
• Capable of Managing the Acquisition Evaluation and Selection Processes
• Excellent Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)
• Outstanding Customer Service Skills

Benefits
Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx .

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Corrina Rodacker
(916) 210-2587
corrina.rodacker@doj.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
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.

Statement of Qualifications

Applications received without a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will not be considered.

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. Your application may be disqualified from consideration if your SOQ does not adhere to the requirements listed below.

• The SOQ should be numbered in the same order and should address the two statements below.
• The SOQ should be typed in 11 point font, single-spaced, on letter sized paper (8.5" x 11"), and limited to one page per item, no more than two pages in length.
• Identify each page with applicant's full name.
• Responses should be complete, specific, clear, concise, and include examples.
• Resumes will not be considered a substitute for the SOQ.

For each of the statements below, please provide specific examples of your experience in the relevant areas. Include a discussion of pertinent issues, course of action, outcome and measurements of success.

Discuss your knowledge, skills and experience with complex IT acquisitions and contracts.

Discuss how you have built relationships with acquisition stakeholders and suppliers.

Additional Information about Application Filing
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.