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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE - **Company:** Department of Fish and Wildlife - **Location:** Sacramento County, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $59,220.0 - $104,880.0 - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Data Systems, Web Development, Systems Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Data Processing, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=76359b25cc320c31 ## About the Role Ability to work at a desk using a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting most of the time but may require walking or standing. This position will be in downtown Sacramento but the incumbent will be expected to visit the Administration Division offices, located in another building within walking distance. Attending meetings, working with staff statewide to complete work assignments. Occasional travel via private or public transportation may be required, up to 5% of total time worked., 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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s)., 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: * Proficiency in information system development concepts, methods, and best practices. * Experience and knowledge of data systems, business intelligence, and project management processes. * Experience in planning and process improvement activities for the CDFW enterprise. * Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making. * Effective communication skills. * Experience in understanding and improving business processes. * Strong leadership skills., A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, experience, skill, and training meet the minimum and desirable qualifications of this position.It also serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. ## Description Are you an experienced Information Technology (IT) professional? Are you looking for a fast-paced and challenging position that will provide you with a wide range of IT experience? Do you want to work with a dynamic and talented team of developers and business analyst? If so, CDFW has a great opportunity for you! Under general supervision of the IT Supervisor II Enterprise Application/Web Development Unit. The incumbent will perform a variety of recurring, well-defined tasks for in-house applications for information technology system problems, and work with technical specialists. The incumbent must have a proficient knowledge of data processing concepts, practices, methods, and principles within the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and/or Agile, and work as a team member with other programmers and represent the office at internal and external meetings supporting the California Department of Fish and Wildlife's (CDFW) Application Architecture. This position is under the Software Engineering domain of IT Classification Consolidation. * Requirement Analysis and Design * Application Development and Support * Programming and solutions * Deployment * Systems analysis * Testing * Maintenance and operations. Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: Personal Leave Program - Human Resources - CalHR. This position may be eligible for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies and operational needs. Beginning July 1, 2026, employees will be required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs., 1. Provide examples of your experience solving a business problem with a technical solution. How did you identify the business need and determine the best solution? 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