Systems Analyst

Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II). The incumbent provides expertise in requirement gathering and business analysis. The incumbent will work with the Bureau of Firearm (BOF) program staff and project team members to gather requirements and produce system requirement specifications for the development of application functionality. The incumbent will serve as the subject matter expert in the business rules and functionality of the systems built and will provide on-going support and maintenance of project documentations. The incumbent will facilitate Joint Application Development sessions.


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

Working Conditions
This position is designated for telework under Government Code section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California and may require reporting to headquarters or field offices and facilities to fulfill operational needs. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the Department of Justice policies.


This position is eligible for telework, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-536119


Position #(s):
420-860-1402-013

Working Title:
Systems Analyst


Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A
$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B
$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 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:
Permanent, Full Time


Work Shift:
8AM-5PM


Work Week:
Monday-Friday


Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Application Development Bureau, Firearms & Enterprise Systems Branch, Manage Applications Services Section, Firearms Applications and Suuport Unit, Program Support.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.


For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General's website at .

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR .


Additional Salary Information:

Alternate Range Criteria 484


Established 1/31/18, Pay Letters 18-04 and 18-05


Range A. This range shall apply to persons who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range C.


Range B. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed two years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.


Range C. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed four years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.


When the requirements for the criteria are met and upon recommendation of the appointing power, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.676. Upon movement to Range C, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.674 shall apply.


Special Requirements A fingerprint check is required.

A background check is required (if applicable).

The Department of Justice does not provide visa sponsorship and is not an E-Verify employer.


Clearly indicate JC - 536119 in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section of your State Application.


If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.


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: 11/3/2026
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. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


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:


Department of Justice
Mail in-CJIS Divisions
Attn: Johnny Garcia III JC-536119
PO Box 160608


Sacramento , CA 95816-0608


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Department of Justice
Drop off- CJIS Divisions
Johnny Garcia III JC-536119
4949 Broadway


Sacramento , CA 95820


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.
• Other -
  Cover letter and References are required and must be included.
  
• Statement of Qualifications -
  A Statement of Qualifications is required and must be included. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below to complete the requirements.
  

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.


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 in working with management on resource allocations and maintain the project schedule through all phases of the project.
• Experience with implementing and utilizing project management life cycle methodologies such as, change control, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, resource management, and risk management.
• Ability to lead joint application design (JAD) sessions with program staff and project team members to gather requirements necessary to build software systems to meet program needs.
• Ability to analyze requirements gathered and produce documentations including but not limited to use cases, business rules, report specifications, and test cases.
• Ability to prepare presentation and demoing system functionality to stakeholders to ensure the system built and client expectation remains aligned through all phases of the project.
• Ability to create impact analyses for defect resolution and enhancement requests, and in the creation and maintenance of system documentation, test scripts and data for software changes that take place to address production problems and program needs.
• Ability to perform data collection and analysis for the purpose of generating ad hoc and on demand report requests from the client.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issue and assist developers with identifying the root cause and possible solution.
• Ability to utilize SQL to query, analyze, and correct data as necessary to resolve production issues and address the clients operational concerns.

Benefits
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.


Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Johnny Garcia III
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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:
EEO Officer
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Statement of Qualifications:
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required for this position. The SOQ is a narrative discussion of the candidate's education, training, experience, and skills as it relates to the desirable qualifications and duties for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ should explain in detail why the candidate believes his or her knowledge, skills, and abilities could apply towards this position. Your response should be typed in Arial 12 point font and no more than two pages in length. Resumes will not be considered a substitute for the SOQ. Your application may be disqualified from consideration if your SOQ does not adhere to the requirements.


For each of the statements below, please provide specific examples of your experience in the relevant areas. Include a discussion of pertinent issues, course of action, outcome and measurements of success.

• Describe your background, knowledge, and experience with working on a team that supports multiple applications and databases. Please provide details of your roles and responsibilities, and the skill set you possess that contributed to the success of the team.
• Please describe your knowledge and experience with the System Development life cycle. Include years of experience and role that you had.
• Please describe your experience with working with a client to gather business rules and writing functional requirements.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A SOQ WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.


Additional Information about Application Filing
Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.



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.