Information Technology Associate

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? What was your role in the implementation of the solution and what Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) deliverables did you created.

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.

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career! Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov