Chief Information Officer

Under the broad direction of the LCI Chief Deputy Director, the LCI Career Executive Assignment (CEA), Chief Information Officer (CIO) has the overall responsibility for the information technology (IT) activities that support LCI's critical lines of business. These activities include IT Project and Portfolio Management, Network and Client Services, Web and Application Development, IT Procurement and Contracting, IT Infrastructure, Security & Privacy Services, and oversight of the IT operations budget. The CIO is the highest-level IT authority within LCI and has broad authorization for formulating and implementing IT policies and practices which have significant impact on LCI Programs. The CIO is responsible for the development of the department's IT strategic direction, technology operations, and technology recovery plans and programs that support and align with the business goals and objectives of the LCI.


You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions


Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 10 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Occasional/overnight travel up to 15% may be required.


Minimum Requirements This position does not have a Classification Specification. Requirements and qualifications for this position can be found in this announcement. For additional questions, please contact the hiring department listed below.

• C. E. A.

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528217


Position #(s):
368-400-7500-001

Working Title:
Chief Information Officer


Classification:
C. E. A. $13,472.00 - $15,297.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Sacramento County


Telework:
Hybrid


Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time


Work Shift:
8:00 am to 5:00 pm


Work Week:
Monday to Friday


Department Information
The Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) serves the Governor and his Cabinet as staff for long-range planning and research and constitutes the comprehensive state planning agency. LCI assists the Governor and the Administration in planning, research, policy development, and legislative analysis. LCI formulates long- range state goals and policies to address land use, climate change, population growth and distribution, urban expansion, infrastructure development, groundwater sustainability and drought response, and resource protection. LCI's budget programs include State Planning and Policy Development, Strategic Growth Council, and Racial Equity Commission. LCI is a fast-paced, creative work environment that requires staff to have strong collaboration skills, an ability to quickly respond to changing policy needs, and a positive attitude. Proven commitment to creating a work environment that celebrates diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences.


Telework

This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor's Executive Order N-22-25 and at the sole discretion of LCI under California Government Code Section 14200. The incumbent is required to report in-person and site-based a minimum of four days per week. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with LCI policies.


CA residency

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.


Person Leave Program Reduction

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. For more details, please click her e to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.


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Special Requirements

• Manage multiple and/or changing priorities in a heavy workload situation
• Follow through to ensure deadlines are met
• Tact and good judgement interacting professionally with all levels of management, staff, and the public.

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 eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
Primary Exam Contact
Attn: Cristina Granado
1400 10th Street


Sacramento , CA 95814


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation
Human Resources Office
Cristina Granado
1400 10th Street


Sacramento , CA 95814


08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


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 required and must be included.
• 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. Résumés in lieu of the SOQ will not be considered.
  
  
  Refer to the SOQ Requirement Section of this job posting for the SOQ questions.
  

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.


Examination Qualification Requirements All applicants must possess the knowledge and abilities, and any other requirements, described in this announcement.


Note: Eligibility to take a CEA examination does not require current permanent status in the civil service.


General Qualifications
State civil service employees must possess essential general qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

Knowledge and Abilities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy - influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:

• Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager's role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department's or agency's Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.

These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):


CEA Level A - Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.


CEA Level B - Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.


CEA Level C - Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.


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:

• Experience performing large scale IT program management
• Proven track record in project management and web development
• Knowledge of organization and functions of California State government, including the organization and practice of control agencies, Legislature, and the Executive Branch
• Ability to communicate effectively with others as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills, strong negotiating skills, and the ability to represent LCI effectively with control agencies, key customers, stakeholders, LCI executive team, and internal staff
• Experience in contract solicitation, contract management, State IT procurement, Service Level Agreements (SLA), and Change Control Management
• Knowledge of the structure, organization, and function of a variety of technology disciplines, as well as local, State, and federal initiatives and programs
• Ability to anticipate and manage complex issues affecting many organizations, including the ability to develop policy and integrate all aspects of a strategy to assure resolution of issues
• Proven track record of gaining the confidence and trust of individuals in key positions in LCI's customer base
• Ability to evaluate products from multiple perspectives (customers, stakeholders, vendors, best practices) in order to develop standard for product approvals
• Ability to develop/obtain consensus on policy direction that will ensure continuation of the development portion of projects and help ensure successful completion.

Examination Information


If you meet the requirements stated in this announcement, you may take this competitive examination. Possession of the Examination Qualifications requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination will be compared with the performance of others who take this examination, and all successful candidates will be ranked according to their scores.


A minimum rating of 70% must be attained in the Examination to obtain list eligibility for this position. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results.


The results of this examination will only be used to fill this position. Applications will be retained for twelve months.


Hiring interviews for the Job may be conducted with the most qualified candidates.


The examining Department reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service, if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.


Special Testing Arrangements If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, answer the Reasonable Accommodations question appropriately on your Application (STD 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this announcement.


Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team!

GO-SERVE employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR and CalPERS websites.

Some added benefits GO-SERVE offers include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Alternate work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Hybrid schedule
• Nearby cafes and restaurants
• Walking distance to public transit

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
Human Resources Contact:
Cristina Granado
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Alanna Dayton
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Additional Application Instructions


Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with "see resume" in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Transcripts

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S. equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.


Personal Identifying Information
Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.


Statement of Qualifications


STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ)
CEA - CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER


Instructions: A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. When completing the SOQ, you must title the page "Statement of Qualifications" and include your name and the Job Control number at the top of each page. You must list each question and provide your answer below each question. Responses should be no longer than three (3) pages in total length, single-spaced, and 12-point Arial font.

• Describe your experience managing the operations of a complex information technology organization and your experience leading and directing an innovative, productive, and responsive information technology organization.

• Describe the type of project management experience you possess, especially your oversight and responsibility in developing and implementing sensitive projects.

• Provide an example of a time when you successfully collaborated with a team to deliver exceptional customer service for the organization and your executive peers.

• Describe your experience developing policies and procedures for complex information technology systems that includes analyzing highly complex problems, recommending effective courses of action, and developing performance metrics and reporting standards that ensure consistency and track results.

• Describe your application development experience and your knowledge of and experience with the State's IT procurement processes and experience with contract and vendor management.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.