Microsoft Cloud Platform Systems Administrator

Job Description and Duties

This advertisement is posted as until filled. The Job Control will remain open, and applications will be reviewed every Friday, until filled.

The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) enables the DMHC to deliver essential services to the State of California using Information Technology (IT). The systems that the OTI supports have become valuable tools in the execution of the DMHC’s business functions. OTI develops, maintains, and supports multiple IT systems that include a vast variety of office automation tools, custom applications, public and internal web sites, business intelligence tools, and the underlying IT infrastructure. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Microsoft Cloud Platform Systems Administrator is responsible for the architecture, governance, security, performance, and overall operational health of the organization’s SharePoint and Power Platform environments. This includes administration of Power Apps (Canvas and Model Driven), Power Pages, Power Automate, SharePoint Online integrations, Dataverse, and Dynamics 365 environments. The role also oversees solution lifecycle management, tenant configuration, and API based integrations including Microsoft Graph API.  The ideal candidate has at least four years of hands on experience managing and administering enterprise scale Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft 365 infrastructure.

For more information on how to apply, visit the DMHC’s !

JOIN US ON OUR MISSION!

Your work supports the mission of the DMHC to protect consumers’ health care rights and ensure a stable health care delivery system for 30.2 million Californians.

ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS

Applicants must successfully complete an online examination and be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

The authority to establish this position and make appointment is contingent upon budget approval.

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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ)

The SOQ is used to evaluate applicants for potential interview and is critical to the hiring process. If your qualifications meet the requirements for the position, you may be invited for an interview. The SOQ consists of questions that must specifically be addressed and submitted with an application using the provided SOQ Template. Resumes and cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Failure to submit a completed SOQ Template disqualifies an applicant from hiring consideration.

Download the SOQ Template

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

The DMHC has locations in Downtown Sacramento and Rancho Cordova. Both locations are located close to light-rail with various amenities. The incumbent will work in a climate-controlled cubicle and/or office environment with artificial lighting.

This position may be eligible for hybrid telework. The telework schedule is permitted at the operational needs of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with the State Telework Policy and the DMHC’s Telework Policy. All employees who telework are required to be California residents and maintain California residency in accordance with Government Code 14200.

Special Requirements

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

All applicants not currently employed by the DMHC will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthday, 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 using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your high school transcripts or college/university transcript(s).

Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.

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:

• 3 years experience administering Microsoft SharePoint Online and Microsoft Teams.

• 3 years experience defining and administering enterprise scale SharePoint tenant governance.

• 3 years experience migrating on premise file share content and functionality to SharePoint Online, MS Teams, and Power Platform.

• 3 years strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

• 2 years supporting Microsoft Power Platform environments.

• 2 years experience with Azure services including Azure Functions, Logic Apps, API Management, or Service Bus.

• 1 year experience supporting Canvas Apps, Model Driven Apps and Power Pages.

• Microsoft certifications such as:

o AZ 900 / AZ 104 or other Azure fundamentals/administrator credentials.

o MS-600: Microsoft 365 Certified: Developer Associate

o MS-102: Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert

o MS-900: Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals

• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with program experts, vendors, and technical teams.

Benefits

For information on benefits, please visit the Benefit Summary page on the CalHR website

Additional Application Instructions

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current occupational experience in the duties performed section.

Do NOT include your social security number on any submitted documents. If submitting your application via postal mail or in person, please notate RPA:25-241 and Job Control: JC-522582 on your application.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification for the Information Technology Specialist I is located at the top of this Job Announcement Posting under Minimum Requirements.

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DMHC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing .

PLEASE NOTE: If you are mailing your application, it must be postmarked by the final filing date. Hand delivered applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Applications slipped under the door at the Human Resources Office will be time stamped the following business day.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a MANDATORY requirement to apply for this position. The SOQ will answer specific questions and provide insight to the hiring manager regarding the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills to meet the minimum and desirable qualifications for the position.

  Please see section labeled Statement of Qualifications Instructions for further direction .