State of California
Technical Developer - Telework Hybrid
Job Location
Job Description
Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-445076 with the final filing date of 8/22/2024, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment.
This position is located in Sacramento at DMV Headquarters.
DMV's Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking a motivated individual to serve as Technical Developer in the Deliverable Review Unit on the Digital Experience Platform (DXP) Project. The Technical Developer will support DMV's DXP applications development needs through the development of Software Application Solution Design and Development & Implementation. The Information Technology (IT) Specialist I coordinates the alignment of team activities, development stacks, design methodologies and technical innovation toward the overall DXP and ISD strategies; develops solutions using new software technologies, components, frameworks, and servers under the guidance of a technical lead/architect; performs software product deployment and release management activities to ensure project milestones are met in accordance with project plans and develops and maintains software documentation for each phase of the SDLC; maintains awareness of emerging methodologies and best practices in application and system development, evolving industry trends, standards, concepts, and practices in compliance with DMV information security standards and practices, and evaluates target platforms, technology stacks, development methodology and testability features of DMV systems and suggest improvements/enhancements and innovative ideas for implementation.
The incumbent will assist with the development of DXP customer support, procedures, and standards/best practices as well as the ability to analyze data to make development decisions related to DXP activities.
The position's primary focus is the DMV's DXP Project and related IT solutions. The incumbent assists in the development of effective solutions to customer problems and questions and efficiently answers customer inquiries to solve problems, and reviews project deliverables (drafts and finals) as assigned. This role requires experience with software engineering and an understanding of State IT project system development lifecycle (SDLC).
In addition to offering a career of service, the State of California provides employees with life-changing benefits. From employee pensions to health, dental, and vision plans to a robust leave program, California's benefits are amongst some of the best offered! Enjoy preparing for your future with complimentary financial literacy programs, retirement planning, student loan forgiveness programs and a Savings Plus Program which provides additional opportunities to save for retirement with 401(k) and 457 Plans. Join the State of California!
This Limited Term position may be extended to 24 months and may become Permanent.
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
DMV operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The incumbent may be required to carry a work cell phone and laptop. There may also be times when the incumbent is required to attend an out-of-town conference, or work evenings and weekends to maintain project schedules.
Telework is 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.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
JC-456869
Position #(s):
525-706-1402-943
Working Title:
Technical Developer - Telework Hybrid
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,323.00 - $10,536.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
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 30 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $11 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 www.dmv.ca.gov .
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.
U sing 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 you are meeting the Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. 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 of approved agencies.
- Foreign Transcript Evaluation (CL-635) (ca.gov)
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: 11/27/2024
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 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 Motor Vehicles
DMV - ASD - HRB - Talent Acquisition
Attn: JC-456869
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-456869
2415 First Avenue, MS E678
Sacramento , CA 95818
Place in the "Selection & Certification Unit Drop Box" located at the 1st Floor Lobby.
08:00 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 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.
- Other - A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 2 pages in length with no less than Arial 11-point font and 1-inch margins, with name in the header, and titled "Statement of Qualifications" submitted as a separate document.
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 with computing software development such as Salesforce, Copado, and Mulesoft.
- Demonstrates the ability to triage and resolve application issues by performing root cause analysis, implementing patches to code, and/or recommending solutions.
- Documented experience in executing test plans for system upgrades and/or releases.
- Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Possess strong analytical, creative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Detail-oriented team player who can consistently provide valuable suggestions and solutions in the delivery of products and services for the DMV's Digital eXperience Platform.
- Can think both as a businessperson and a technical expert.
- Demonstrates the ability to present to peers or executive leadership.
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 - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
- Benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx (click on "CalPERS")
- Benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx
- Job descriptions and pay scales - https://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Anupama Budhiraja
(916) 533-5200
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
(916) 657-7553
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.
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
1. Describe your experience in application development, particularly with a government agency or large business using Mulesoft, Copado, Salesforce, or ServiceNow.
2. Describe your experience in advising and providing formal and informal presentations to executives, managers, peers, and business customers.
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.
Location: Florin, CA, US
Posted Date: 11/25/2024
Contact Information
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