TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS ANALYST II

Job Description and Duties

The Telecommunications Systems Analyst II assists in assuring effective administration of the California Highway Patrol Enhanced Radio System (CHPERS) Infrastructure Program by interacting with stakeholders and staff experts to discuss events, occurrences, trends, needs, issues, program data, and problems concerning new telecommunications facility construction and modification. Performs leasing functions relative to the Department’s statewide telecommunications network and infrastructure. Participates in complex radio site selection/development of vault and tower leases, works closely with the Information Technology Associates (ITA) on construction or repair projects to accommodate sensitive electronic communications equipment, i.e., radio equipment, AT&T Virtual Private Network (AVPN) and microwave circuits. Ensure the Department complies with laws and requirements pertaining to access, easements, and occupancy of facilities. Participate in negotiations for terms and conditions of the agreements to ensure the Department will have access and services necessary to operate communications systems. Ensure the fees associated with the agreements are commensurate with the significance of the site to the communications systems. Negotiate leasing requirements and terms, making sure all agreements are in accordance with the requirements of a specific radio site lease. Coordinate with the Department of General Services, Real Estate Services Division (RESD), to acquire space in radio vaults and on tower structures, and obtain approvals for site expansions from government and private landowners for enhanced radio coverage. Coordinate with other state, federal and local government entities, and private entities who wish to co-locate in vaults owned/managed by the Department at various sites to ensure their equipment does not cause interference with other tenant’s equipment.

Maintain all site-specific information in a centralized location to allow staff to obtain data, as needed. Serve as a consultant for site specific leasing analysis. Works closely with PSC Leasing on agreements permitting the Department to use communications facilities and serve as a point of contact for questions from PSC regarding Leasing agreements.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, single spaced, and 11-point Arial font.

1. Based on the duty statement, discuss your work experience, background, education, and training that you believe makes you qualified for this position.

2. Pleae give an example from your prior work history which exhibits the qualities of a team player in a technical environment where you contributed to the completion and quality of projects supporting the organization's goals. 

3. Please describe your experience with handling multiple projects with competing deadlines. What challenges have you faced? How did you overcome the challenges that were presented to you?

Desirable Qualifications

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:

Team player possessing the ability to utilize a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex problems, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and perform multiple tasks, excellent working knowledge of Microsoft and Excel programs, ability to work well and interact with all staff levels, a desire to work in a fast-paced environment requiring flexibility and initiative, and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials/information. Demonstrated ability to work independently, conduct research and make educated decisions and/or recommendations, ability to work within multiple projects involving multiple agencies efficiently and effectively, flexibility, and tact.

Benefits

Newer gated campus located close to Downtown Sacramento; offers free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, gym, an ATM, on-site Bistro, and is close to a light rail station. Close to bike/walking paths along the American River.

Additional Application Submission Requirements

Interested individuals shall submit a Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire and a Statement of Qualifications with their STD. 678 Employment Application. Hard copy applications must also include the classification title, job control number (JC-521991) and/or position number 388-078-5171-701 on the application.

It is required to submit work/employment experience, dates, hours worked, supervisor names, and supervisor phone numbers on the application in descending order, starting with your current job. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute for a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed state application may not be considered.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Although the intent is to fill this vacancy as soon as possible, the exact duration of the selection process can vary and is unknown at this time.

Required Application Package Documents

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 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.
• Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and MUST be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Resumes in lieu of the SOQ will not be considered. Refer to the Special Requirement Section of this job posting for the SOQ questions.