Developer

Under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer, this position will perform as a developer project team developer and an application development resource in the development of a variety of complex data processing and technical applications supporting the Commission's oversight function. The incumbent must have expert level knowledge and experience in the Information Technology field in order to serve as the technical specialist for a wide variety of the most complex technical programming and analysis in order to support services for the design, development, acceptance testing, and implementation of N-tier systems implemented in a WAN/LAN environment., The California Gambling Control Commission's (Commission) primary responsibility is to regulate gambling activities within the State. Employment with the Commission offers an opportunity to participate in a diverse and innovative organization with skilled and dedicated staff. The Commission is seeking qualified candidates to meet the challenges of this organization. Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The Commission is committed to building and fostering a diverse workplace. We believe cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities should be honored, valued, and supported. We believe all staff should be empowered. The Commission is proud to foster inclusion and representation at all levels of the Department. Our Mission: We are committed to protecting the public by ensuring integrity and justice in the controlled gambling industry through effective regulations and fair application of the law.

Our Vision: Enhance public trust in California's regulated gambling industry by prioritizing compliance, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence. Location/Parking: The Commission is located off of West El Camino Avenue in South Natomas in a business park. Parking is Free The state hiring process: Successful applicants will have passed an examination for this classification, or be an existing State Employee with transfer eligibility and will have followed the instructions under the Statement of Qualification and Required Application Package Documents sections., * Applicants first and last name and Job Control number must be included in the top right corner of each page;

• Responses must be typed in Arial 12-point font, and no more than two (2) pages in length;
• Restate and number each question below before providing your response; and,
• Answer each numbered question below separately. Be specific with your responses and provide work-related examples.

You must address the following questions in your SOQ (make sure to restate each question before providing your response):

1. Describe how your experience, education and training qualify you for this position.
2. Describe your experience developing, testing, maintaining, or supporting software applications.
3. Describe an innovative or creative solution you implemented that benefited your organization. The SOQ will be evaluated based on the quality of examples provided with each question. Applications without an SOQ or incomplete SOQ's will be eliminated. Resumes/Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Failure to meet any of the filing instructions is cause for disqualification.

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: 7/10/2026

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., 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 - (SOQ) is REQUIRED and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD.678). Application packages received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions above in the "Special Requirements" section will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.

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.

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 developing, testing, implementing, maintaining, and enhancing applications using Microsoft .NET technologies, including C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap.

• Experience working with relational databases, including Microsoft SQL Server, SQL scripting, data extraction, data analysis, reporting, and database-driven applications.

• Experience developing or supporting business intelligence reports using tools such as SQL Server Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Excel, or similar reporting tools.

• Experience gathering and analyzing business requirements, documenting technical design, developing system specifications, and translating business needs into effective technical solutions.

• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and enhancing mission-critical applications, including performing impact analysis, resolving complex technical issues, and improving system performance.

• Knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle, application development best practices, testing methodologies, technical documentation, and change management processes.

• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users, provide excellent customer service, and work cooperatively with staff, managers, control agencies, and external partners.

• Experience supporting web applications, intranet sites, or public-facing websites in accordance with organizational or state web standards.

• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business and technology needs with flexibility and tact.

• Experience with Salesforce, MuleSoft, Visual Studio, Toad, Microsoft Access/VBA, or similar tools is desirable but not required.

SPECIAL PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Incumbent must possess good verbal and written communication skills; use good judgment in decision-making; exercise creativity and flexibility in problem identification and resolution; manage time and resources effectively; show demonstrated ability to manage changing and/or multiple priorities or projects; ability to focus attention to detail and accuracy.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Incumbent has demonstrated ability to deal professionally and effectively with tact, open-mindedness and flexibility when dealing with others in the course of the work; including their peers, management, other State and Federal agencies, and the public; and possess the ability to act independently as well as work cooperatively as a team member with various levels of staff., If you are basing your eligibility on education, provide your transcripts. Applicants with foreign degrees must provide an official foreign transcript evaluation that indicates coursework is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

This position is currently a hybrid telework position in accordance with the Commission's Telework policy. Headquarters is located in Sacramento. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Some weekend or after-hours may be required. The employee must carry a cell phone and respond to calls after hours., The Commission may provide hiring preference to LEAP candidates to fill this position. Non-LEAP candidates should still apply. PLEASE REVIEW THE "REQUIRED APPLICATION PACKAGE DOCUMENTS/INFORMATION" SECTION BELOW TO ENSURE A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE IS SUBMITTED. Department Website: https://www.cgcc.ca.gov, Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

The State of California offers many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and457b); 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.