Information Technology Manager I

Job Description and Duties

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position.

This advertisement is for an Information Technology Manager I position Located at Birkmot Drive, Rancho Cordova . Please indicate the position number on your application: 065-622-1405-001

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

The California Department of Corrections Rehabilitation (CDCR) Headquarters has implemented a new automated system to streamline the hiring process. The Human Resources Technology System (HRTS) is an intuitive, user-friendly system that provides the applicant access to real-time updates throughout the hiring process.

HRTS will require new candidates to set up an account, which allows them to track their application’s progress. Through their account portal, candidates will also be able to provide any additional information needed in the hiring process, including setting up interviews as needed. After the final filing date, applicants will receive an email from View email address on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io (depending on the email provider), with direction on creating and/or accessing their account.

For HRTS communication, this is in reference to Job Requisition (JR) 4589.

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework scheduled for employee who can satisfactorily perform their essential work functions independently and remotely. Specific telework schedules may be discussed further during the interview process. Telework is only available to residents of California.

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager II for the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), within Enterprise Information Services (EIS) California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), the Information Technology Manager I is responsible for driving the strategic direction of EIS through the use of emerging technology and innovation. The incumbent will help set the strategic direction and provide management oversight responsibility while managing strategies, plans, personnel, and budgets through special projects that will drive the department’s long term information technology (IT) strategic goals. The position is responsible for planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling resources for IT project portfolio management, managing operations for the Division’s application portfolio solution and managing EIS financial resources for program spending. The incumbent is responsible for managing risk within project portfolios. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring departmental compliance with the required departmental and state IT practices for project and budget management. The incumbent will act as the overseer, reviewer, and advisor for the EIS Administrative Services units: Training, Human Resources, EIS Telework, Workforce Development Program, facility support and EIS Reception Office and clerical Support.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The main EIS location is in a park-like campus setting across from the Folsom Lake auto dealerships in Rancho Cordova, close to US Highway 50 and the Hazel light rail station. We are minutes from historic Sutter Street, the Folsom Premium Outlets, and many dining establishments.

*Free parking at this location.

The position is eligible for hybrid telework, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a 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, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services .

Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to 

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

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:

• Strong written and verbal technical and non-technical communication skills.
• Practical experience in providing innovative solutions to make an organizational improvement.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and trends of public and business administration, budget, personnel, program management, management analysis, planning, and program evaluation.
• Ability to work under pressure due to deadlines, changes in staff or budget resources, or organizational changes.
• Demonstrated experience establishing cooperative relationships with diverse business partners.
• Practical experience identifying and responding to current and future customer needs.
• Experience facilitating collaboration and problem solving across various stakeholder groups who have different, sometimes conflicting, priorities.
• Proven ability to understand the workings, structure, and culture of an organization as well as the political, social, and economic issues affecting the organization.
• Experience in effectively planning, organizing, directing, delegating, and supervising complex work of a multidisciplinary staff.
• Experience with the State budget and Human Resources processes.
• Experience in contract and/or vendor management.
• Experience with the California Department of Technology Project Development Lifecycle (PDL).
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar leadership role on medium to large scale projects.
• Experience in developing and writing IT related Budget Change Proposals (BCP)s.
• Experience in working with State of California control agencies such as California Department of Technology (CDT), Statewide Technology Procurement (STP), and Department of Finance (DOF).

• Shall create and promote an inclusive workplace that empowers employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, , and the CalPERS website,

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at 

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at 

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at 

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Your responses to all four questions below must be submitted in a document no more than two pages in length, utilizing Arial 12-point font, with 1-inch margins. Each page must include your name and page number in the upper right-hand corner of the page.

Respond to the following questions:

1. Describe your experience working with control agencies such as CA Department of Technology and Department of Finance in a leadership capacity.

2. Describe your experience supporting a program around Human Resources such as recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training and employee problem resolution.

3. Describe your experience in managing budget for a large program and working with leadership within the organization to coordinate the budget across programs.

4. Describe your experience with managing enterprise standards for a large agency and working with other programs to meet their business requirements.

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 is required and must be submitted with your Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate Statement of Qualifications based on the instructions below will be rejected for being incomplete and will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered as a response to the Statement of Qualifications. Please refer to the “Statement of Qualifications” section below for specific requirements.

  For helpful guidance on writing an effective Statement of Qualifications or a Supplemental Questionnaire , please visit: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications