Information Technology Associate - Telework Hybrid

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

DMV operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This position has core work hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekends, long and/or irregular hours, after-hours work, holiday work, and overnight travel may be required. This position is required to carry a DMV issued cell phone and required to be reachable outside of normal business hours. Telework available. Telework requires California residency. This position may be required to occasionally report to the designated office location in DMV headquarters at 2415 First Avenue, Sacramento, California, 95818. Travel expenses related to reporting to designated office is employee's own responsibility and is not eligible for reimbursement.

All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply.


The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position.


To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process.

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

Working Conditions


Part-time telework available. Telework requires California residency. This position offers hybrid telework opportunities; however, telework arrangements are subject to change at any time based on State & departmental operational needs. Employees may be required to report to the office as necessary.

The incumbent performs work indoors in a climate-controlled environment under artificial lighting. The incumbent must carry a cell phone and respond to calls after hours to lead multi-disciplinary IT professionals' team(s) in organizing, analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving IT system problems; Organization-wide travel is integral to our operations and will be required of all team members as necessary.


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

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-525615


Position #(s):
525-710-1401-082

Working Title:
Information Technology Associate - Telework Hybrid


Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE $4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A
$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B
$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C
$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D
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:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.


Work Week:
Monday through Friday


Department Information
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at


Special Requirements

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

Applicants must be eligible for appointment (e.g., must take and pass examination); see Who May Apply section below for more information. Additionally, applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.


Using the online application system as specified in this 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. Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days.


Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), 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 license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.


Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.


If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

• Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635)

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: 8/4/2026
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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). 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 Motor Vehicles
DMV - ASD - HRB - Talent Acquisition
Attn: JC-525615
2415 First Avenue, MS E678


Sacramento , CA 95818


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


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


Department of Motor Vehicles
DMV - ASD - HRB - Talent Acquisition
JC-525615
2415 First Avenue, MS E678


Sacramento , CA 95818
Place in the "MS E678 Drop Box" located at the 1st Floor Lobby.
09:00 AM - 04:00 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 -
  A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 2 page(s) in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document. A resume does not take the place of a written response.
  
  
  Written responses may be similar in format to a Statement of Qualifications. Be sure to follow all instructions closely. For helpful tips on crafting a strong SOQ, view CalHR's video at .
  
  
  Candidates are advised to:
  • use simple formatting (avoid justified text, large text boxes, or custom bullets),
  • use standard fonts like Arial or Times New Roman,
  • left-align the text,
  • save the written response as a PDF document, and "flatten" it before uploading by printing to PDF or using the "Save as PDF" feature, and
  • submit or upload the written response PDF document as part of the application package.

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:


- Foundational experience in a Network Operations Center (NOC) or similar operational IT environment, including monitoring system performance, responding to alerts, and following escalation procedures. - Ability to analyze and triage technical issues involving enterprise applications, network connectivity, identity services, or server/cloud environments. - Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Nagios, BigPanda, Splunk, or similar technologies. - Understanding of basic networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing fundamentals. - Experience working with ServiceNow or another ITSM ticketing system, including documenting incidents and communicating resolutions. - Ability to read, follow, and update technical documentation such as SOPs, Knowledge Base (KB) articles, runbooks, or system guides. - Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally with technical teams, vendors, and end users. - Ability to prioritize multiple alerts, tasks, or incidents in a fast paced operational setting. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively, contributing to continuous improvement of NOC workflows. - Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving enterprise systems. - Experience supporting coordination with vendors or service providers is helpful. - Ability to lift up to 25 pounds of IT equipment when needed.

Benefits
The Department of Motor Vehicles and the State of California offer many benefits to its employees. These include health, vision, and dental benefits; retirement plans (CalPERS); savings plans (401K and 457b); leave benefits; insurance (such as group legal insurance and group long term disability insurance); and employee assistance program. Benefits may be based on the job classification, bargaining unit, tenure, time base, and length of appointment. Click on each web link below for more information.

• Benefits summary -
• Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System -
• Benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service -
• Job descriptions and pay scales -

Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Yagya Bashyal
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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:
Office of Civil Rights and Resolution
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Job Application Package Checklist


Contrary to the "How To Apply" and "Alternate Application Process" sections of this job posting, the Job Application Package Checklist is not required. However, applicants must submit all Required Application Documents identified under the "Application Instructions" section by the final filing date.

Written Response

• Describe a time when you monitored systems or applications, identified an alert or issue, and walk us through the steps you took from detection through resolution.
• Explain a technical issue you diagnosed (network, application, or system related). What troubleshooting process did you follow, and what was the final outcome?
• Describe your experience using a ticketing system such as ServiceNow. Include how you documented incidents and how you use runbooks, SOPs, or KB articles to resolve or escalate issues.
• Provide an example of when you had to communicate technical information to non-technical staff or collaborate with another team/vendor during an outage or service degradation. What was your role, and what was the result?

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.