Senior Project Manager and Business Analyst

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position.

The State Water Resources Control Board's Division of Information Technology has an opening for an Information Technology Specialist II in Division of Information Technology. The position is currently hybrid with two (2) days in office located at 1001 I Street, 8th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver's license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Salary information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience.

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

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-446239

Position #(s):
880-280-1414-022

Working Title:
Senior Project Manager and Business Analyst

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,374.00 - $11,220.00 A

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The Water Boards value diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California's water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.

Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:

• RPA# 24-280-014 in the "Examination or Job Title(s)" section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
• Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility).

Must have Information Technology Specialist II list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. (This is subject to change based on classification). Here is the link to the exam: CalCareers

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members .

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

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: 8/30/2024
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:

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resources Branch, Katie Hill
1001 I Street, 18th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

State Water Resources Control Board
Human Resources Branch, Katie Hill
1001 I Street, 18th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

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 - Please see below for specific SOQ 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:

• Motivated, team-oriented individual with excellent project management and business analysis skills.
• Knowledge of and experience performing functions related to business analysis, project management, PAL implementation, portfolio and project management planning, and coordination of project activities that require development of technology solutions for the most complex business, scientific or engineering problems.
• Knowledge of project management concepts, principles, practices, and processes prescribed by the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• Experience working on California Department of Technology's Project Approval Lifecycle for complex projects or experience with California State Project Management Framework.
• Experience with project management charters, WBS, plans, RACI Matrices, schedules, risk, and issue analysis.
• Experience managing large size enterprise projects of high risk and visibility that establish new IT service offerings.
• Possess strong knowledge of IT Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) work processes and experience implementing agile and waterfall models.
• Experience with Contracts and Procurements.
• Experience defining project scope, objectives, user stories, requirements, activity definitions, project schedules, resource plans, cost estimates, risks and issues, procurement plans, roles and responsibilities for team members, and the communication needs of stakeholders.
• Experience advising management on the planning, development, implementation, and coordination of IT issues.
• Ability to multi-task and manage several projects concurrently, utilize diplomacy, tact, and professionalism, exercise good judgment, and meet deadlines.
• Strong business analysis skills to understand the project, work with program staff to establish MVP requirements, and articulate requirements to the development team. Experience writing user stories and requirements.
• Extensive experience developing, implementing, and maintaining standards and guidelines for gathering, analyzing, and documenting business needs, processes, requirements, and test cases/plans in support of application solutions.
• Ability to elicit, gather, analyze, and document business needs, processes, and functional/non-functional requirements for complex software applications.
• Experience developing flow charts, data flows, use cases and other diagrams that accurately represent all findings and communicate these concepts and ideas to business and technical groups.
• Experience developing test plans and assist in the development of test scripts for tracking/testing application solutions fixes and enhancements.
• Proficient in MS Suite including Project, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work independently with multiple priorities and under pressure of critical time demands and consistently exercise a high degree of initiative, independence, and originality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to reason logically, analyze situations, and reach sound conclusions.
• Ability to write technical documentation for complex system changes to provide an accurate basis of information for future support needs.
• Knowledge and experience managing and analyzing applications using programming languages and tools including ASP.Net, C#, Java, SQL Server, Oracle, and GIS.
• Knowledge of and experience with performing analysis, design, development, and application deployment using COTS and SaaS technology platforms is desirable.
• Experience performing in a project lead capacity and experience coordinating the work of co-workers. Experience as a lead to team members or consultants and responsible for the efficient delivery and completeness of all technical deliverables on new development efforts or on major enhancements to existing projects/websites.
• The position requires a strong commitment to delivering quality service to customers and the ability to work productively with other IT service areas.
• Knowledge of United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR).

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

Water Board employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. 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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Katie Hill
(916) 341-5111
kathleen.hill@waterboards.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Kiran Kesireddy
(916) 323-3222
kiranmai.kesireddy@waterboards.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:
Shyla Hoffman
(916) 341-5881
shyla.hoffman@waterboards.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

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using Arial font size 12 , and normal margins.

Please answer the following statements and for each, provide the total work experience (in years), employer name, job title, and any applicable training information which satisfies the statements. Please answer the following statement in an essay format and do not refer to documents outside of your Statement of Qualifications.

Provide a special example(s) to describe your experience in working with CDT Project Approval Life Cycle or other Project Management Framework. List the tools and process used to document requirements and keep on top of all the documentation. Please include project value and your role and responsibility in this effort.

Provide a specific example(s) to describe your experience in planning, organizing, coordinating, controlling, and leading a multimillion-dollar enterprise level application implementation. Please include your role and responsibilities for all phases of the SDLC process, budget, and the team size.

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not (Hiring Manager choice, either way all candidates must be scored consistently) be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.

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.