INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

This position is limited term for 12 months but may be extended for an additional 12 months, not to exceed 2 years. This position may become Permanent/FT pending budget approval. Under administrative direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the IT Manager II (ITM II), Chief of Knowledge Bank and Platform Services, provides executive-level leadership, strategic direction, and organizational oversight for the statewide Knowledge Bank initiative, including CEQA modernization, environmental review information services, permitting coordination capabilities, and related enterprise technology platforms. The incumbent is responsible for directing enterprise digital transformation initiatives that support statewide regulatory information access, public-facing services, interagency coordination, enterprise application delivery, operational governance, organizational planning, staffing strategy, and long-term technology sustainability. The ITM II serves as the senior manager responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and overseeing multidisciplinary teams supporting the Knowledge Bank, CEQA enterprise systems, modernization initiatives, vendor engagements, operational support services, and future environmental review and permitting platform expansion efforts. The incumbent serves as a key advisor to executive leadership regarding Knowledge Bank strategy, CEQA modernization, enterprise technology investments, operational risks, staffing models, procurement strategy, organizational readiness, cross-agency coordination, and long-term sustainability of statewide environmental review and permitting technology services. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement., This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order N-22-25 and at the sole discretion of LCI under California Government Code Section 14200. The incumbent is required to report in-person and site-based four days per week. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with LCI policies., A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application (STD 678). The SOQ discusses how applicants’ education and experience meet the evaluation criteria below and qualify them for the position. The SOQ documents each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Instructions: When completing the SOQ, you must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and include your name and the Job Control number on the first page. You must list and provide your answer below each question. Please include all relevant experience, education, and training for each question and explain your answers thoroughly. Responses should be no longer than one page in total length, single-spaced, and 12-point Arial font. Resumes, letters, and other materials cannot substitute for the SOQ. Your SOQ must address the following:

1. Describe your experience leading a high-visibility enterprise technology initiative, platform modernization effort, or large-scale technology service. In your response, include your experience with executive leadership, product or platform direction, stakeholder coordination, contractor or vendor management, budget or procurement oversight, governance, risk management, operational readiness, and long-term service sustainability., Using the online application system as specified in the 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. All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

• “To” and “from” dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Transcripts If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S. equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here. Personal Identifying Information Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects with or without a reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Occasional/overnight travel up to 15% may be required., The Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) serves the Governor and his Cabinet as staff for long-range planning and research and constitutes the comprehensive state planning agency. LCI assists the Governor and the Administration in planning, research, policy development, and legislative analysis. LCI formulates long- range state goals and policies to address land use, climate change, population growth and distribution, urban expansion, infrastructure development, groundwater sustainability and drought response, and resource protection. LCI’s budget programs include State Planning and Policy Development, Strategic Growth Council, and Racial Equity Commission. LCI is a fast-paced, creative work environment that requires staff to have strong collaboration skills, an ability to quickly respond to changing policy needs, and a positive attitude and sense of humor. Proven commitment to creating a work environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences. Telework, * Ability to maintain consistent attendance.

• Ability to demonstrate punctuality, initiative, and dependability.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to work independently., 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: 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 providing executive-level leadership for enterprise technology services, platform modernization initiatives, product delivery, or large-scale public-sector technology programs.
• Experience managing supervisory, technical, analytical, project management, vendor, or operational support teams in a complex enterprise IT environment.
• Experience establishing product direction, roadmap priorities, governance expectations, operational decision-making practices, and long-term service delivery models for enterprise technology platforms.
• Experience leading or supporting modernization efforts involving public-facing systems, cloud technologies, SaaS platforms, workflow automation, enterprise integrations, data management, or regulated digital services.
• Experience translating complex business, policy, regulatory, operational, or customer needs into technology priorities, platform capabilities, implementation plans, and sustainable operating models.
• Experience coordinating with executive leadership, business programs, control agencies, vendors, local governments, external stakeholders, technical teams, cybersecurity staff, procurement personnel, and enterprise architecture teams.
• Experience overseeing enterprise budgets, procurement activities, vendor performance, contract management, fiscal planning, staffing plans, or organizational resource strategies.
• Experience with State of California IT governance, including SAM, SIMM, CDT project oversight, security requirements, accessibility standards, privacy requirements, records management obligations, enterprise architecture, Budget Change Proposals, or Project Approval Lifecycle activities.
• Experience operating enterprise technology platforms in regulated business environments requiring auditability, transparency, role-based access, workflow controls, reporting, compliance support, operational accountability, or public access.
• Experience establishing governance structures, operational controls, service expectations, escalation paths, release practices, continuity planning, risk management practices, or organizational accountability measures.
• Experience presenting complex technology, operational, fiscal, governance, or risk topics to executives, control agencies, legislative stakeholders, business leaders, vendors, or non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, discretion, and leadership while managing high-visibility enterprise technology initiatives, sensitive stakeholder expectations, and competing operational priorities.

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• Loan forgiveness
• 457(b)
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, There are many benefits to joining our team! We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, upward mobility, work-life-balance, and for many positions, flexible hours and remote work options. The State of California offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility, such as:
• Pension through CALPERS
• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical benefits into retirement
• Deferred Compensation options: 401k and 457b
• Leave benefit options (Vacation/Sick or Annual Leave)
• Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• ScholarShare (College Saving Account)
• School Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.