Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking an experienced Information Technology Manager to serve as the agency’s Chief Information Officer. This role is pivotal in developing, managing, and executing IT strategies to support the OIG's mission of safeguarding the integrity of the State's correctional system by providing oversight and transparency through monitoring, reporting, and recommending improvements to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The successful candidate will lead and manage a robust IT portfolio encompassing all of the agency’s IT domains, including the Business Technology Management, Help Desk, Client Data Services, Information Security, Software Development, DevOps, Infrastructure/System Engineering, Quality Assurance, and IT Project Management domains. This position requires a strategic planner, a strong and decisive leader, and a great communicator who can provide effective leadership for IT staff and the agency’s technology projects and initiatives.

The OIG operates in a diverse technical environment. Key aspects of the OIG's network include:

• On-Premises Data Center: A data center comprised of VMware virtualized machines, encompassing a range of technologies including Windows Active Directory, Kubernetes, and Linux; Cisco blades systems and networking hardware.

• Client Computing Environment: Mac desktops and laptops, iPads, iPhones, and a small number of Windows desktops.

• Application Development: All application development is conducted in-house, primarily on a LAMP (Linux, Apache, MariaDB, PHP) stack with Kubernetes.

• IT Infrastructure Management: Management of servers and networking hardware is performed solely by inhouse staff.

Candidates should have a strong background in managing similar environments and be comfortable working with a mix of technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead IT activities that support the OIG's business goals and mission.

• Manage the IT portfolio across the Business Technology Management, Help Desk, Client Data Services, Information Security, Software Development, DevOps, Infrastructure/System Engineering, Quality Assurance, and IT Project Management domains.

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership for technology projects and initiatives

• Formulate and implement internal processes to manage the internal operations of the IT Unit.

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of IT staff and managers.

• Plan, organize, direct, and review the work of the IT team.• Collaborate and communicate with OIG managers and supervisors to support unit-specific IT initiatives.

• Act as a liaison with control agencies, vendors, and business partners.

• Manage IT procurement, asset inventory, contracts, software licenses, and service agreements.

• Travel to regional offices and be available to work after hours and on weekends as required.

The OIG is dedicated to being an agency that promotes a positive work environment where employees feel valued and ensures opportunities for employee growth.

Pursuant to Government Code 14200,  hybrid telework may be available for eligible employees residing in California .  Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telew ork. 

Proof of California residency will be required if teleworking prior to start date.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

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

Proof of California residency will be required if teleworking prior to appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must provide their employment history. Employment history includes but is not limited to: “from” and “to” dates, hours worked, and job description. If the application is not completed appropriately and/or if all required information is not submitted with the application, the applicant will not be considered.

Electronic application submission through CalCareers is highly encouraged. If you are not submitting your application electronically through CalCareers : Clearly indicate job control number JC-421510, the title of the position you are applying for in the "Examination(s) Or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying" section. Also, clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility in the "Explanations" section of the application.

Please only submit ONE application.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed includes, but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. Please speak with the Human Resources contact for more information.

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:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

• Experience in managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of strategic, operational, and disaster recovery plans.

• Strong supervisory skills with experience in managing technical staff responsible for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructure and services.

• Experience in managing application development staff.

• Expertise in the selection, development, integration, and maintenance of software applications and cloud services.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of communicating internally with all levels of staff at the agency and acting as a liaison between the OIG, external stakeholders, and control agencies.

• Proven leadership skills in formulating policy, recommending innovations, and making decisions related to technology initiatives.

• Experience in a confidential environment, maintaining privacy and confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Knowledge of multiple IT domains, including Business Technology Management, Help Desk, Client Data Services, Information Security, Software Development, DevOps, Infrastructure/System Engineering, Quality Assurance, and IT Project Management.

• Experience working with control agencies, vendors, and business partners on technology issues.

• Understanding of IT governance principles and practices.

• Experience with IT budget management and development of IT policies and strategic plans.

• Proficiency in managing IT procurement, asset inventory, contracts, software licenses, and service contracts.

Benefits

The State of California offers its employees generous benefits that include leave benefits; health, dental, and vision benefits; retirement benefits, and more. For additional information on benefits offered, please visit the CalHR Benefits Summary web page.

In addition, the OIG offers employees flexible work schedules, free parking, and free electric vehicle charging (charging stations located at our Sacramento office only). Our offices are located near public transit, shopping, and an array of food options.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your application. Your SOQ should be well-organized, clearly demonstrating how your experience and skills align with the specific requirements of the duty statement and the OIG's IT environment. Please adhere to the following formatting guidelines:

• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size
• Spacing: Double-spaced
• Length: No more than three pages

In your SOQ, specifically address your education and experience as it relates to the desirable qualifications, and include responses to the following questions:

1. What is the most significant IT change effort you have led? Provide information on the type of  project/change effort, length of project, size of team, and size of organization impacted.

2. How did you manage the project to ensure its success?

3. Describe your experience managing and leading teams across multiple IT domains.

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 - Please see below for specific SOQ requirements.

Job Tags

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