IT Manager I - Telework Hybrid

DMV’s Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking an innovative individual to serve as a Manager for the Data Analytics & Information Security Group in the Enterprise Modernization Project Branch. The Information Technology (IT) Manager I will direct application support and development activities for DMV’s core business applications. The incumbent supports projects that interface with DMV’s core business applications. The incumbent in the Application Support Services & Release Group is responsible for workforce and succession planning, IT budgeting and procurement, and strategic planning. Through subordinate staff, the incumbent in Data Technical Group is responsible for gathering business requirements to design systems, developing technical specifications, testing and implementing new applications and/or services, and maintaining/enhancing existing systems. The incumbent serves as Technical Manager and Contract Manager for various IT projects.

This Limited Term position may be extended to 24 months.

All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.

The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.

To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the “EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING” box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process., 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.

• Other - A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 2 page(s) in length with no less than Arial 11-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document. A Resume does not take the place of a written response. Written responses may be similar in format to a Statement of Qualifications. Be sure to follow all instructions closely. For helpful tips on crafting a strong SOQ, view CalHR’s video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA-mGmyx1TY. Candidates are advised to:

• use simple formatting (avoid justified text, large text boxes, or custom bullets),
• use standard fonts like Arial or Times New Roman,
• left-align the text,
• save the written response as a PDF document, and “flatten” it before uploading by printing to PDF or using the “Save as PDF” feature, and
• submit or upload the written response PDF document as part of the application package.

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.

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:

• Proficient managerial or supervisory skills.
• Experience in managing development teams supporting 24x7 applications.
• Experience in effectively planning, organizing, directing, and delegating.
• Experience in supervising complex work of a multidisciplinary staff.
• Experience in developing processes and procedures and training staff
• Experience in project management and SDLC/Agile methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize workload to accommodate changing priorities.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
• Positive attitude and highly motivated.

Telework is available. Telework requires California residency. This position may be required to occasionally report to the designated office location in DMV headquarters at 2415 First Avenue, Sacramento, California, 95818. Travel expenses related to reporting to the designated office is the employee’s own responsibility and is not eligible for reimbursement.

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov