Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Telework is available.

This position has been previously advertised. If you have already submitted an application, it is not necessary to re-apply.

Under the direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Supv II), the IT Spec I performs a wide variety of tasks requiring regular innovative problem-solving within broadly stated and non-specific guidelines. The scope typically includes multiple program areas, and involves planning, developing, and implementing technological solutions for IT policy that are essential to the missions of the overall organization, affecting large numbers of people on a long-term or continuous basis in one or more of the Business Technology Management and Technology Project Management domains. The incumbent will assume a specialist level role in Data Analytics and Policy (DAP) in the Statewide Information Technology Policy Office for the California Department of Technology (CDT), Office of Government Affairs (OGA). The DAP Specialist orchestrates people, processes, and technology to ensure quality data, policy development, reviews, and coordinating IT governance is thorough, timely, and accurate.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

• Some travel required to attend training and meetings.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Work additional hours as needed (frequency varies).

Special Requirements

Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State Application (STD. 678) - For exam use only. Please do not include your Social Security Number on any submitted documents.

Must pass a fingerprint background criminal record check completed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) REQUIRED

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

1. Provide a narrative response detailing your experience with complex data sets using Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and/or Tableau.
2. Describe your experience writing, reviewing, editing, and tracking executive level reports.

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:

• Proven working experience as a data analyst or business data analyst.
• Knowledge of statistics and 2 years of experience using statistical packages for analyzing datasets (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
• Strong writing, editing, and reviewing skills for policies and legislative reports.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize complex assignments.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills, as well as excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with critical deadlines.
• Ability to quickly and easily adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

The Fine Print

When applying for a Job Opening, you must be sure to submit one state application per RPA #. You must indicate the RPA # you are applying for on your application unless submitting electronically; otherwise, your application may not be processed.

If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at .

Training and Development Assignment may be considered.  Additional positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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 "Special Instructions" section for further information.

Job Tags

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