Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-418392 with the final filing date of 3/05/2024, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment.

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

DMV's Information Systems Division is seeking a talented and dynamic Information Technology (IT) Project Manager (PM) to join our Senior PM Unit to deliver strategic IT projects that benefit Californians. Under direction of the IT Manager I, the IT Specialist II serves as a Senior IT Project Manager responsible for the successful completion of large- to mega-sized IT projects, including monitoring project progress via DMV's enterprise PPM tool. The incumbent leads all phases of the project and software development life cycles in accordance with the DMV's Project and Portfolio Management Methodology, the California Project Management Framework (CA-PMF), and the Project Management Institute's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide. The incumbent provides verbal and written communications to promote a common level of understanding of the project status and provide the appropriate level of information sharing to various stakeholder groups. The incumbent may manage multiple IT projects with tight timelines concurrently.

Additionally, the incumbent provides IT consultation to the business community to support programs; coordinates and consults with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications; and provides recommendations to executive management. The incumbent provides lead direction and mentoring to business managers, other project managers, or coordinators regarding the PMO's processes, procedures, and required documentation.

The incumbent will perform duties related to the following domains: Business Technology Management, IT Project Management, and Client Services, including, but not limited to, Business Analysis and Performance Management, Portfolio Management, Communications Management, Human Resources Management, Release Management, Time/Schedule Management, and IT Training.

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

Telework available. Telework requires California residency.

Works in an office setting in artificial light and temperature control. Sits in a cubicle, primarily sedentary for extended periods of time. Operates a personal computer, telephone, fax machine, copier and other office equipment. Incumbent gives presentations and participates in meetings, conferences and workshops. Communicates with internal and external customers via e-mail, telephone or in person. Attends meetings on HQ campus and off campus.

This position 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 designated office is employee's own responsibility and is not eligible for reimbursement.

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-430870

Position #(s):
525-717-1414-013

Working Title:
Senior Project Manager - Telework Hybrid

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,130.00 - $11,221.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

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: 5/21/2024
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. 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: Eileen Antonio, JC-430870
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
Eileen Antonio, JC-430870
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 3 page(s) in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document.
  
  Please note that a resume, CV, or statement of qualifications (SOQ) from another State of California recruitment cannot be accepted in lieu of the written response.
  
• Other - Cover Letter

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:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management, demonstrating a successful track record in planning, executing, and leading significant IT projects.
• Two (2) or more years of experience managing IT projects using Agile development methodologies focusing on iterative and incremental development.
• Two (2) or more years of experience managing enterprise-wide implementation of technology solutions including custom development, Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).
• A bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, systems engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM), or Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification(s) from the Project Management Institute and/or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification from Scrum Alliance.
• Strong experience in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring projects meet their objectives.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to create strong partnerships in a collaborative environment with stakeholders across the organization.
• Skilled in risk management, problem-solving, and adapting to project changes or challenges promptly.
• Experience in procurement, vendor, and contract management; schedule and cost control; resource management; business technology; and customer relations management.
• Excellent stakeholder expectation and conflict management skills.
• Executive presentation skills.

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:
Nanny Bosch
(916) 244-6689

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

Can you provide examples of your successful management of large-scale IT projects (preferably the ones listed in your resume), focusing on communication, meticulous planning, and project delivery methodologies? Highlight how your strategic oversight and attention to detail led to success. What key factors made these projects successful.

How have you handled projects that were at risk of not meeting their deadlines? Discuss how you identify signs of a project going off track and your strategies for course correction. Provide real-world scenarios where you navigated such situations effectively.

Describe a situation where you had to manage a project with a tight budget. Share experiences where you optimized resources, controlled costs, and achieved project goals within budget constraints.

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.