What are the responsibilities and job description for the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II position at California Child Support Services?
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-514318
Position #(s):
817-423-1414-001
Working Title:
Systems Administrator
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A
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
Department Information
START ON A NEW JOURNEY TODAY!
The Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) promotes parental responsibility to enhance the well-being of children by providing child support services to establish parentage and collect child support. This is a great opportunity to work for a progressive and innovative organization that cares about children, and to collaborate with individuals who value and care about their staff. DCSS provides an environment where creativity and productivity are encouraged, recognized, and rewarded.
DCSS believes in the dignity and intrinsic value of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support employees of all races, ethnicities, abilities and disabilities, experiences, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and any other category people use to define themselves. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity, embrace cultural sensitivity, foster positive relationships, and center equity in practice and policy. DCSS believes equity is an essential component of a successful child support program and delivers quality services that embrace a vision of all parents engaged in supporting their children.
DCSS encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us. The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. Using LEAP is optional. Learn more about LEAP and find available examinations on CalHR’s LEAP page. Link: Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) (ca.gov)
For more information about DCSS, visit: https://childsupport.ca.gov/
Job Description And Duties
Are you an energetic, self-motivated, creative problem-solver with attention to detail? If so, we encourage you to apply!
Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as a senior technical engineer and technical lead within the Systems Administration 1 Section of the Infrastructure and Operations Branch, within the Technology Services Division (TSD). The Systems Administrator provides advanced systems engineering for cloud services, identity management, systems architecture, visualization, storage, and enterprise infrastructure. The incumbent functions as a technical lead for the section, provides guidance and escalation support to staff, and serves as a backup to the Section Manager to ensure continuity of operations.
If this sounds like a positive and exciting opportunity for you, then apply and tell us why.
We would love to have you join our team!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
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: 4/28/2026
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.
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 Child Support Services
Human Resources Branch
Attn: James Boyd
PO Box 419064 - MS 631
Rancho Cordova , CA 95741-9064
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Child Support Services
Personnel Services
James Boyd
11150 International Drive
Rancho Cordova , CA 95670
Closed holidays and weekends.
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:
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.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-514318
Position #(s):
817-423-1414-001
Working Title:
Systems Administrator
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A
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
Department Information
START ON A NEW JOURNEY TODAY!
The Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) promotes parental responsibility to enhance the well-being of children by providing child support services to establish parentage and collect child support. This is a great opportunity to work for a progressive and innovative organization that cares about children, and to collaborate with individuals who value and care about their staff. DCSS provides an environment where creativity and productivity are encouraged, recognized, and rewarded.
DCSS believes in the dignity and intrinsic value of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support employees of all races, ethnicities, abilities and disabilities, experiences, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and any other category people use to define themselves. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity, embrace cultural sensitivity, foster positive relationships, and center equity in practice and policy. DCSS believes equity is an essential component of a successful child support program and delivers quality services that embrace a vision of all parents engaged in supporting their children.
DCSS encourages people with disabilities to apply for jobs with us. The Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) can help people with disabilities get jobs with the State of California. Using LEAP is optional. Learn more about LEAP and find available examinations on CalHR’s LEAP page. Link: Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) (ca.gov)
For more information about DCSS, visit: https://childsupport.ca.gov/
Job Description And Duties
Are you an energetic, self-motivated, creative problem-solver with attention to detail? If so, we encourage you to apply!
Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as a senior technical engineer and technical lead within the Systems Administration 1 Section of the Infrastructure and Operations Branch, within the Technology Services Division (TSD). The Systems Administrator provides advanced systems engineering for cloud services, identity management, systems architecture, visualization, storage, and enterprise infrastructure. The incumbent functions as a technical lead for the section, provides guidance and escalation support to staff, and serves as a backup to the Section Manager to ensure continuity of operations.
If this sounds like a positive and exciting opportunity for you, then apply and tell us why.
We would love to have you join our team!
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
- Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire.
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: 4/28/2026
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.
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 Child Support Services
Human Resources Branch
Attn: James Boyd
PO Box 419064 - MS 631
Rancho Cordova , CA 95741-9064
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Child Support Services
Personnel Services
James Boyd
11150 International Drive
Rancho Cordova , CA 95670
Closed holidays and weekends.
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Salary : $8,625 - $11,557