INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Under the direction of an Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist I will act as a software application developer. The incumbent is responsible for the analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and implementation of highly-complex electronic information processing applications. The incumbent will provide an advanced level of knowledge in systems analysis and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining business knowledge expertise for systems supported. The incumbent is responsible for working overtime to meet workload demands. The projects assigned to the incumbent's team have enterprise-wide impact to support the business functions of the California State Legislature. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Technical and Programming Specialist:

• Serve as a technical specialist within a cross-functional project team to apply technologies to the full range of SDLC activities including analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation and implementation of information systems solutions. Serve as a programming team member for web-based solutions, providing expertise in complex systems using application development technologies.
• Consult with business and technical staff to identify business and technical requirements for supported applications. Develop design specifications and technical documentation for information systems solutions that address the business and technical impacts of the project's complex technical components in terms of interoperability, security and dependability.
• Prepare and review SDLC deliverables for content, quality, accuracy and adherence to established architecture standards, industry best practices and LDC policies and guidelines. Support web applications in the area of software change management, release management, configuration management and production incident response.
• Serve in a technical specialist role to provide alternatives and to identify impacts as related to complex projects and assigned development work. Collaborate with business and technical teams regarding complex technical issues.

Planning and Communication: Incumbent will track tasks, priorities, dependencies, status and completion dates for incumbent's assigned work. Plan, prepare and coordinate technical tasks as assigned. Communicate effectively and professionally. Develop productive working relationships with project team members and LDC management. Report progress on projects and work activities in meetings and provide regular status reports. Program and Technical Expertise: Demonstrate advanced subject matter and technical expertise on supported applications. Ability to impart technical knowledge to other IT Specialists. Technology Trends and Evaluation: Stay current on latest trends in in software and development technologies. Prepare estimates and technical designs for assigned work., The Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC) is a small civil service department whose mission is to provide responsive nonpartisan and confidential legal services and information technology support services to the California State Legislature and in support of the legislative process. This position is located in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The State of California provides excellent health benefits and retirement options, sick leave and vacation accrual, and paid state holidays. OLC employees are excluded from collective bargaining and, therefore, receive enhanced benefits., Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification. School Transcripts: When using education to qualify, unofficial transcripts must be submitted. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. If selected for appointment, official transcripts will be required.

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: 6/5/2026

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., * Work with existing organizational teams to share knowledge, suggest improvements, and debug existing web platform software

• Develop and test core modules based on specifications

• Ensure data integrity and quality throughout the development process

• Professional and personable demeanor, with excellent communication skills

• Maintain professional internal/external relationships that adhere to the organization's core values

• Manage and maintain a schedule of work to ensure project schedules and deliverables are completed within agreed-upon timeframes

Do you have experience in Web development?, 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:

• Experience with complex data processing concept

• Ability to develop complex detailed specifications that result in new application functionality

• Experience in developing web applications using Java, JavaEE, React, and Spring technologies

• Experience in writing complex SQL queries to solve business problems.

• Ability to troubleshoot complex information technology systems.

• A strong history of successful customer service/support with a passion to meet the dynamic needs of external and internal customers

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to produce IT documentation

• Ability to act as a subject matter expert and to facilitate the transfer of knowledge of technical information to other IT professionals

• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement, act independently, solve critical and complex problems, and manage multiple competing priorities., * Client service-oriented/focused with a passion for excellent and responsive support in problem-solving based on business requirements

• Working knowledge and understanding of the JavaEE platform

• Use of technologies such as Java, React, Spring and Oracle.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience with user interface design/development

• Strong organization skills and attention to details

• Persistent commitment to quality of solutions and services provided to clients

Pulled from the full job description

• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays