Job Description

Job Description and Duties

As an Information Technology Specialist (ITS) I in Department of FISCal’s Project Management Office (PMO), you’ll play a key role as a project manager as well as coordinating change and release management activities for one of California’s largest and most complex financial systems. The PMO is a dynamic, customer-focused team dedicated to delivering high quality Information Technology (IT) projects that support the FISCal’s strategic mission

The ITS I is responsible for a wide range of project management tasks. Key duties include gathering and documenting requirements, supporting development and business teams, and facilitating project meetings. The role manages project risk, issues, scope, schedule, change control, decisions, execution, monitoring and close out tasks. Additional responsibilities include scheduling and coordinating meetings, providing regular status updates, and presenting progress to executive and senior leadership.

The ITS I maintains project documentation to ensure governance and clarity of project management processes. This includes developing initial documentation, keeping it up to date, and ensuring that all project artifacts reflect current standards and practices. The incumbent coordinates IT application change control activities to support deployments and ensuring adherence to best practices for facilitating all code migrations.

Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Information Technology Specialist I classification, you must take and pass the examination . 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

At FI$Cal, we currently offer a remote-centered position with the flexibility of telework up to three days per week. In-office attendance is mandatory on designated days and is subject to change. Our office is located at 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA. Candidates residing outside of California are welcome to interview, but proof of California residency is required before appointment. Please note, relocation and commute expenses are the responsibility of the employee. 

This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures. 

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US at all times during their employment with the Department of FISCal. 

The Department of FISCal  does not : 

• Sponsor visas 
• Utilize E-Verify for employment authorization/certification purposes 
• Participate in the STEM OPT extension program 

Special Requirements

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

• • The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity. 
  • This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked.    
  • The incumbent should be available to travel as needed and is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.  
  • The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.  

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 or education with Project Management
• Collaboration with other teams, management and stakeholders
• Effectively facilitate and deliver presentations and reports to leadership and executives
• Experience in developing procedures, policies, reports and general audit process management
• Experience and familiarity with major IT methodologies
• Familiar with execute and deployment processes
• Experience managing project risks and issues
• Experience working in a team setting with the ability to work independently and completing deliverables successfully without supervision

Benefits

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

Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. 

When completing the SOQ, you  must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and list the question, providing your answer below. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education and training. The SOQ  must be typed in 12-point Arial font and be no more than 2 pages in length with correct grammar use, punctuation and spelling. Your SOQ  must  address the following: 

1. Please explain how your education and work experience qualify you for this role based on the desired qualifications and duty statement.

2. Please describe a scenario where project scope changed. How did you manage the change request and ensure stakeholders are informed throughout the process?

Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

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 (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Please see instructions below.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Remote work, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, 3 days per week,

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