INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Motor Vehicles in Sacramento seeks an Information Technology Manager I to lead the Data Technical Group within the Enterprise Modernization Project Branch. This role directs application support and development for DMV core business applications and handles workforce planning, budgeting, procurement, and strategic IT initiatives.

The position is a 12-month limited term full-time assignment with telework allowed as hybrid.

Qualifications

• Desirable managerial or supervisory experience leading technical teams and managing staff, consultants, and vendor resources.
• Experience in managing technical teams supporting mission-critical systems with extended hours or 24x7 support.
• Experience in large-scale data conversion, data migration, data integration, or data modernization initiatives.
• Experience in planning, organizing, directing, and delegating.
• Experience in supervising multidisciplinary staff.
• Experience in project management and SDLC/Agile methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Direct application support and development activities for DMV’s core business applications.
• Oversee workforce and succession planning, IT budgeting and procurement, and strategic planning.
• Gather business requirements to design systems, develop technical specs, test and implement new applications and services, and maintain existing systems.
• Serve as Technical Manager and Contract Manager for IT projects.

Skills

Managerial skills

Staff supervision

Project management

SDLC/Agile

Communication

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Job description

Job Posting:Information Technology Manager I – Telework Hybrid

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-535489 -

JC-535489 - Information Technology Manager I – Telework Hybrid
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

$9,387.00 - $12,579.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/28/2026

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

DMV's Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking an innovative individual to serve as a Manager for the Data Technical Group in the Enterprise Modernization Project Branch. The Information Technology (IT) Manager I will direct application support and development activities for DMV’s core business applications. The incumbent supports projects that interface with DMV's core business applications. The incumbent is responsible for workforce and succession planning, IT budgeting and procurement, and strategic planning. Through subordinate staff, the incumbent in Data Technical Group is responsible for gathering business requirements to design systems, developing technical specifications, testing and implementing new applications and/or services, and maintaining/enhancing existing systems. The incumbent serves as Technical Manager and Contract Manager for various IT projects.

This is a limited term position that 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.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

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 the designated office is the employee's own responsibility and is not eligible for reimbursement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I $9,387.00 - $12,579.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

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 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proficient managerial or supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated managerial or supervisory experience leading technical teams and managing staff, consultants, and/or vendor resources.
• Experience in managing technical teams supporting mission-critical systems and activities requiring extended-hours or 24x7 support.
• Experience in managing large-scale data conversion, data migration, data integration, or data modernization initiatives involving complex and high-volume data.
• Experience in effectively planning, organizing, directing, and delegating.
• Experience in supervising complex work of a multidisciplinary staff.
• Experience in developing processes and procedures and training staff
• Experience in project management and SDLC/Agile methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize workload to accommodate changing priorities.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
• Positive attitude and highly motivated

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.

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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:
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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.