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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Server Administrator - **Company:** California Department of Public Health - **Location:** Sacramento County, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $78,156.0 - $126,444.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Application Services, Software Documentation, Windows Servers, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, Server Administration, Virtualization Technology, Virtual Environment, Information Technology, Legacy Systems - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=528110 ## About the Role In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: * Working experience with systems administration. * Working experience administering virtual environments. * Working experience administering Microsoft Active Directory. * Working experience administering Microsoft Windows Server. * Experience developing and maintaining technical documentation, including policies, procedures, and system documentation. * Experience providing technical help desk support and troubleshooting. ## Description The Information Technology Specialist I plays a critical role in supporting the infrastructure that powers the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), providing technical leadership and expertise in server administration. This position is responsible for the evaluation, design, implementation, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle management of enterprise server hardware, operating systems, virtualization platforms, storage solutions, cloud services, and related technologies. Working collaboratively with internal teams, vendors, and business partners, the incumbent provides advanced technical expertise to support complex infrastructure, resolve technical issues, implement innovative solutions, and ensure the security, reliability, and availability of FI$Cal's technology environment. From planning and implementation through ongoing operations and continuous improvement, this position plays a vital role in maintaining a stable, resilient, and high-performing enterprise infrastructure that supports FI$Cal's statewide mission. Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Information Technology Specialist I classification, you must take and pass the examination. Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay., This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US at all times during their employment with the Department of FISCal. The Department of FISCal does not: * Sponsor visas * Utilize E-Verify for employment authorization/certification purposes * Participate in the STEM OPT extension program, Our department develops, maintains and operates FI$Cal, the statewide financial system. The FI$Cal system modernized how the state of California manages its finances and is one of the largest and most dynamic IT and business-transformation undertakings in California's history. It eliminates the need for hundreds of independent legacy systems by combining the state's accounting, budgeting, cash management, and procurement operations into a single financial-management system. Our mission is to operate the statewide financial system to enable California to perform budgeting, procurement, cash management and accounting functions transparently and efficiently. Our vision is to provide world-class customer service, innovative solutions and efficient system operations as a trusted partner. Our department has four Divisions: Administrative Services, Business Operation & Solutions, Information Technology and Executive. This position is located in the Information Technology Division (ITD), whose core mission is to provide a reliable, quality solution to customers and partners and maintain the highest level of security. ITD strives to support FI$Cal with self-sufficient, innovative technology infrastructure and application services built and managed by skilled technical staff. As customer and partner needs evolve, ITD will continue to improve FI$Cal by using its mature systems development life cycle processes. Department Website: https://fiscal.ca.gov Special Requirements * The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. * The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity. * This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked. * The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal's core values. * The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities. * This position may require the use of a hand-cart to transport documents and/or equipment over 20 pounds. 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: 8/26/2026 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., All relevant work experience, skill sets, education, and professional qualifications must be listed directly on the Employment Application (STD. 678). Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed STD. 678. To ensure your experience is considered: * Include specific "to" and "from" dates (MM/DD/YY) and indicate hours worked per week for all employment listed. If various hours per week, please average. * Experience may not be evaluated if "see resume" or "see attached" is written in the duties performed section. * If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate STD. 678 is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered. Important Notes Regarding Supporting Documents: * If using education to meet minimum qualifications, include unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must include verification of U.S. equivalency found here. * Supporting documents should be submitted in PDF format. * Do not include any confidential information (e.g., Social Security Number, birth date, student ID number, driver's license number unless required, marital status, age, LEAP status, or examination results) on any submitted documents. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online will automatically be redacted upon submission. Basis of Eligibility: * For mailed or hand-delivered applications, you must include the Job Control (JC) number and specify your basis of eligibility (e.g., List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, Training and Development) in the "Examinations or Job Title" section of the STD. 678. * For electronic submissions, do not include the basis of eligibility elsewhere in your application or attachments, as it may be considered confidential. ## Related Videos - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [How to TDD in legacy code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/309-how-to-tdd-in-legacy-code) - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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