Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the Business Continuity Unit (BCU) IT Supervisor II, the Information Technogloy Aassociate (ITA) performs at the journeyperson level, which includes business continuity and disaster recovery (DR) support for the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) systems and applications.
The ITA’s critical responsibility is to support the work of internal and external technologists, which include but is not limited to the BCU and the Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) application analysts, developers, and database administrators. The incumbent works with the Technology Support Bureau (TSB) infrastructure staff to develop, investigate, and resolve enterprise networking, file sharing, data storage, or data processing solutions and issues related to business continuity and DR efforts. The collaborators include both state staff and consultants. The incumbent will participate in the coordination of recovery strategies that meet the DOJ’s business needs. As part of the duties, the incumbent will provide support for the Section and Unit management team that guide CJIS staff regarding the development and update of their DR procedures. The ITA is responsible for working with the DOJ systems analysts and the BCU to update DR procedures and manuals.
These duties require the ITA to use initiative and independence, be reliable, and ensure work is completed in a timely manner. Interaction and contact with clients and staff require the ITA to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. The incumbent contributes toward the growth of the TSB into a customer-focused service organization. Additionally, the ITA will continuously improve communications and relationships with subordinates, peers, management, customers, and vendors.
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Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for telework up to 5 days a week, in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. A teleworker is considered Remote-centered if they work fifty percent or more of their time from an alternate work location. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
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-425879
Position #(s): 420-861-1401-060
Working Title: Information Technology Associate Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
$4,651.00 - $6,234.00 A
$5,113.00 - $6,852.00 B
$5,589.00 - $7,491.00 C
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Telework
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: Day Shift
Work Week: Monday-Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Technology Support Bureau, Production & Network Services Branch, Implementation & Production Services Section, Production Support Unit.
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 www.oag.ca.gov .
Special Requirements
A fingerprint check is required.
Clearly indicate JC - 425879 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: 5/1/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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
Attn: Dunya Jamshed JC-425879
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
Dunya Jamshed JC-425879
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 -
All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager’s review. A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses and failure to include an SOQ will disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ will disqualify an applicant from consideration. The SOQ must be titled "Statement of Qualifications” and must be one singled-spaced page typed in 11-point Arial font.
Please provide your answer to the following questions;
1. Please define what Completed Staff Work means to you and describe in detail an example of a time when you used this approach towards an IT assignment you had.
2. Please describe in detail your experience developing (independently and/or as part of a team) any of the following: application and technology recovery plans/procedures, business resumption plans, concept papers, desk manuals/procedures, disaster recovery procedures, feasibility studies, operations manuals/procedures, operational recovery plans, and/or requirements documents.
- Other - Please include a cover letter to your resume.
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:
• Business continuity and/or disaster recovery experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Completed Staff Work.
• Knowledge of DOJ applications, technologies, and/or infrastructure.
• Displays a high degree of initiative, independence, effort, and commitment towards thoroughly completing assigned tasks in a timely manner, while proactively sharing progress and results.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data and make sound decisions.
• Ability to create, enhance, and maintain information technology software solutions.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise documentation for both technical and non-technical staff (e.g., application and technology recovery plans/procedures, business resumption plans, concept papers, desk manuals/procedures, disaster recovery procedures, feasibility studies, operations manuals/procedures, operational recovery plans, requirements documents, etc.).
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff and management.
• Ability to work with customers and manage priorities in a team environment.
Benefits
Please access this link for information on benefits afforded to employees who work for the State of California - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx .
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Dunya Jamshed
(916) 210-5219
dunya.jamshed@doj.ca.gov
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
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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.
Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency, applying electronically is highly encouraged. 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.
Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024
