What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II position at California Department of Justice?
Job Description And Duties
Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Tehnology Specialist (ITS) II will independently plan, organize, and manage the most complex analytical tasks related to independent oversight of IT projects, including project management of IT projects at the expert level. The ITS II has responsibility for project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource planning, communications management, risk management, and project procurement.
The ITS II leads, manages, schedules, and conducts the activities necessary to manage an IT project and system development methods based on state policies, industry best practices, and alignment with the Department and Division's vision, goals, and objectives. The ITS II is also responsible to prepare periodic formal reports and other relevant documents to control agencies such as Department of Finance, California Department of Technology, and Department of General Services. The ITS II will prepare and assist staff in the preparation of Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) deliverables, Special Project Reports, Post Implementation Evaluation Reports, Financial Analysis, and/or Economic Analysis Project Cost Worksheets.
Assignments will involve delegated, non-delegated medium and high criticality projects needed for continued operation of State business processes and/or implement legislative mandates. The project manager may be assigned to and responsible for management of multiple projects concurrently. The incumbent is involved in the planning and organization of the Department of Justice project resources to move the project towards completion. This includes resource management including finances, technology, and intellectual property. It also involves identification and management of risks, careful resource management, smart budgeting, and clear communication across multiple teams and stakeholders.
The incumbent's objectives are the successful development and implementation of the project's processes and procedures for initiation, planning, execution, regulation, and closure as well as the leadership and guidance of the project team's operations to achieve all the agreed upon goals within the set scope, time, quality, and budget standards.
The incumbent will provide leadership, motivation, coaching, remove roadblocks, and inspire the team to do their best work. Project managers serve the team but also ensure clear lines of accountability.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-493534
Position #(s):
420-878-1414-901
Working Title
Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II
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
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift
Day Shift
Work Week
Monday-Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Enterprise Services Bureau, Project Management & Procurement Branch, Project Management & Overight Section.
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.
Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025 state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholding. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Benefits of working for the State of California:
Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Tehnology Specialist (ITS) II will independently plan, organize, and manage the most complex analytical tasks related to independent oversight of IT projects, including project management of IT projects at the expert level. The ITS II has responsibility for project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource planning, communications management, risk management, and project procurement.
The ITS II leads, manages, schedules, and conducts the activities necessary to manage an IT project and system development methods based on state policies, industry best practices, and alignment with the Department and Division's vision, goals, and objectives. The ITS II is also responsible to prepare periodic formal reports and other relevant documents to control agencies such as Department of Finance, California Department of Technology, and Department of General Services. The ITS II will prepare and assist staff in the preparation of Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) deliverables, Special Project Reports, Post Implementation Evaluation Reports, Financial Analysis, and/or Economic Analysis Project Cost Worksheets.
Assignments will involve delegated, non-delegated medium and high criticality projects needed for continued operation of State business processes and/or implement legislative mandates. The project manager may be assigned to and responsible for management of multiple projects concurrently. The incumbent is involved in the planning and organization of the Department of Justice project resources to move the project towards completion. This includes resource management including finances, technology, and intellectual property. It also involves identification and management of risks, careful resource management, smart budgeting, and clear communication across multiple teams and stakeholders.
The incumbent's objectives are the successful development and implementation of the project's processes and procedures for initiation, planning, execution, regulation, and closure as well as the leadership and guidance of the project team's operations to achieve all the agreed upon goals within the set scope, time, quality, and budget standards.
The incumbent will provide leadership, motivation, coaching, remove roadblocks, and inspire the team to do their best work. Project managers serve the team but also ensure clear lines of accountability.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-493534
Position #(s):
420-878-1414-901
Working Title
Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II
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
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Work Shift
Day Shift
Work Week
Monday-Friday
Department Information
This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Enterprise Services Bureau, Project Management & Procurement Branch, Project Management & Overight Section.
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.
Please note that all new to state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025 state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholding. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Benefits of working for the State of California:
- Work-life balance
- 11 paid holidays
- Flexible paid leave options
- Consistent wage increases
- Pension retirement
- Job stability
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!
Salary : $8,625 - $11,557
