INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

California Department of Conservation; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Conservation in Sacramento is seeking an IT Manager I to lead the IT procurement and compliance program. The role oversees the acquisition of IT goods, services, software, cloud services, and telecommunications while ensuring adherence to state laws and agency requirements.

The position requires strategic direction, risk assessment, and collaboration with executive management and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing IT procurement programs and compliance.
• Ability to lead staff and coordinate across departments.
• Strong communication with executive management and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Department's enterprise IT procurement program and compliance.
• Establish policies, standards, and internal controls for IT purchasing.
• Represent the Department with DGS, CDT, CNRA and other agencies on procurement matters.
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate IT procurement staff performance.

Skills

IT procurement

Governance

Contract management

Vendor relations

Strategic planning

Leadership

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-534348

Position #(s)

538-406-1405-XXX

Working Title

IT 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

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

Primary Cert Contact

Department Information

With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

CNRA Career Center
CNRA Career Center , located in downtown Sacramento, is open to both prospective and current employees looking to grow their careers. The center provides a range of personalized services designed to support you at every stage of your professional journey.

Services Include

• One-on-One career consultations
• Application and résumé reviews
• Personalized career guidance
• Mock interviews
• Tips and best practices for applying to positions

Location: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Hours of Operation: Tuesday–Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary by 3% (BU 1) i n exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable Bargaining Unit contract . PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume or SOQ. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I) serves as the manager of the Department of Conservation (DOC) Information Technology Procurement and Compliance Branch and is responsible for management, governance, strategic direction, and oversight of the Department’s enterprise information technology (IT) procurement program. The incumbent manages the acquisition of IT goods, services, software, cloud services, and telecommunications; administers and safeguards the Department’s delegated IT purchasing authority; establishes procurement policies, standards, internal controls, and business processes; and ensures compliance with applicable state laws, regulations, policies, and control agency requirements. The ITM I exercises a high degree of independent judgment in evaluating complex procurement, contractual, fiscal, compliance, security, and technology issues and provides recommendations to division management, the CIO, executive management, and Department programs regarding acquisition strategies, procurement risk, and technology investments. The incumbent represents the Department with the Department of General Services (DGS), California Department of Technology (CDT), California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA), vendors, and other control agencies and stakeholders on significant IT procurement matters. The ITM I plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the work of professional IT procurement staff and is accountable for the effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the Department's IT procurement program.

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

Special Requirements

• This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.
• The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.
• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation series can be found at https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

Application Deadline

Final Filing Date: 10/15/2026

Eligibility

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.

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).

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.