INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

The Secretary of State's Project Management Office (PMO) is recruiting a permanent, full-time Information Technology Specialists II. Under general direction of the Assistant Project Director (Information Technology Manager I), the incumbent will act as a member of a project management team on a complex information technology system project, known as the CAL-ACCESS Replacement System Project, to support the business partner in designing, developing, and implementing the new solution. This support will include (but is not limited to) testing management facilitation to ensure all formal processes are followed prior to acceptance of the new solution. The incumbent will work on a project team or work independently to develop test plans, analyze testing results, and work with developers to resolve issues. In addition, the incumbent will work with the business units to define, analyze, and document business requirements and assist in creation of technical requirements., Positions provide telework opportunities based upon the agency's telework policy and business needs. All employees who telework are required to be California residents, in accordance with Government Code 14200, and will be required to report to the Secretary of State's Headquarters (Sacramento). Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded., The following items are required to be submitted with your application.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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please follow the directions to respond to the Statement of Qualifications as directed above.

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.

• Ability to elicit, define, and document requirements
• Ability to plan and control the test process
• Ability to perform reviews and black box testing
• Ability to perform unit testing, requiring knowledge of white box testing and non-functional testing methods
• Extensive knowledge of testing tools
• Ability to make decisions to resolve the most complex project issues
• Excellent communication, writing and analytical skills
• Experience developing and managing project scope, schedule, and resources
• Experience managing project budget
• Experience managing contracts and procurements
• Experience performing change management
• Experience working in highly complex environments that have competing priorities and demands
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Statement of Qualifications: Applicant must submit a clearly titled Statement of Qualifications answering the following questions:

• Describe a project on which you served as a project lead in one of the project management knowledge areas. In your response, include your key responsibilities and the stakeholders you have served. Provide examples of the challenges you faced and the outcomes you achieved.

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Sacramento County, CA Hybrid work $8,625 - $11,557 a month - Full-time

The Office of the Secretary of State (SOS) consists of nearly 750 dedicated public servants who uphold the rights of Californians while also striving to make our government, elections, and businesses both accessible and transparent. Led by an elected leader, accountable to the public, we are dedicated to fostering career development opportunities and growing a skilled workforce that embraces inclusion and values diversity. Located in downtown Sacramento, the SOS building is within walking distance to a variety of eateries and amenities. Light Rail, State Capitol, Downtown Commons (DOCO), and Golden 1 Center, just to name a few. Conveniently located in the SOS building, the Gold Rush Grille offers delicious daily specials for breakfast or lunch and is open to the public. Our on-site childcare incorporates programs for children six weeks to five years old. Priority waitlist access and special discounted rates are available for SOS employees.