Information Technology Specialist

Job Description and Duties
Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply.


Under direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the Information Technology Specialist I collaborates with management and staff offering administrative and technical support for computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices. The incumbent monitors, tracks, and audits IT assets to ensure responsibility, utilizing standard asset management tools and methods, aligning with the State Administrative Manual (SAM), other applicable laws and regulations, and consistent with departmental policies and procedures. Working alongside peers and management, the incumbent collaborates to revise and propose standards, processes, procedures, and technological approaches.


Specifically, the incumbent provides lead support for all phases of end user device life cycle management including but not limited to, procurement, deployment, installation, configuration, maintenance and operations, and surplus.


This professional contributes to strategic decision-making and expenditure optimization within the IT landscape, facilitating the organization in gaining a more profound insight into the business value of its IT resources. The incumbent aids the department in reducing waste and enhancing efficiency through the optimal utilization of existing IT assets, thereby avoiding unnecessary asset acquisitions.


The incumbent adapts easily to changing priorities and maintains consistent, predictable attendance in the performance of these specific functions. Strong team building and communication skills are essential and required in this position.


Incumbents in this classification will progress through ranges A, B and C based upon the requirements of the alternate range criteria relating to the classification specifications. As the incumbent progresses beyond Range A, the incumbent will be expected to perform the level of responsibilities associated with the assigned range, in addition to the level of responsibilities in the lower range(s).


Duties of this position fall primarily under Client Services and Business Technology Management but may include other IT domains.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule which includes up to two days of remote work per week. Additional in office days may be required based on the business need.


Job Code #: JC-421856
Position #(s): ********
Working Title: Asset Management Specialist Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,139.00 - $8,228.00 A
$6,751.00 - $9,048.00 B
$7,413.00 - $9,932.00 C


Work Location: Sacramento County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.


In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
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Special Requirements
Application Package Requirements To have your application considered for this job opportunity:
List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" section on the State Application, STD. 678. List your most current employment history first in the "EMPLOYMENT HISTORY" section on the STD. 678. Provide the "From" and "To" dates with the month, day and year, the "Hours Per Week" that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours. You must complete the "DUTIES PERFORMED" on the State Application ( do not note "see attached resume" in this section ). Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete. SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter. If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency. Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service. NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.
**A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.** **We encourage applicants to apply electronically.** **All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.** 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: 3/28/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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 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:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Attn: HR Unit
Human Resources Examinations
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
HR Unit
Human Resources Examinations
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather, CA 95655
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 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 refer to the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) section at the bottom of this job bulletin for the filing instructions and the SOQ Question(s). Applications submitted without the SOQ may not be considered. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Benefits
Cal OES offers FREE PARKING and is conveniently located near many local eateries, financial institutions, and the Light Rail Station. In addition, there is a free an on-site gym and locker room for employee use.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: Human Resources Contact:
HR Unit- SP


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:
EEO Officer

California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Statement of Qualifications
All applicants must provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for the hiring manager's review. Failure to include an SOQ may disqualify an applicant from consideration.
A resume in lieu of the SOQ responses will disqualify an applicant from consideration. A standard or generic SOQ will disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Please review the Duty Statement and Desirable Qualifications for this position.
The SOQ should be no more than two pages, single-spaced in 11-point Arial font. Must contain the candidates name on each page. Each question must be numbered. PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING: 1. Describe your education or work-related experiences you have that most qualifies you for the position of IT Asset Management Specialist outlined in the duty statement?
2. Describe your experience working proficiently with spreadsheets and database files using Microsoft Excel or other programs such as Smartsheet's?
3. Describe your experience accurately analyzing data and independently preparing asset reports for annual IT asset refresh cycles?
For assistance in uploading documents, including the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog:
Upload SOQ to your Application Package
Exam Information & Additional Information
To obtain list eligibility please click on the link below:

Information Technology Specialist I - Exam 2PBBR


Training and Development (T&D) assignments are temporary assignments to provide an employee training and experience to move to a different occupational field. A T&D assignment is a formal agreement between the employee, the current supervisor, and the new supervisor. The duration of agreements can vary in length but shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.


The duration may also be the length of experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications. Please note they are only available to current California State employees who have permanent status.
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.