INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California's Department of Motor Vehicles seeks an IT Manager II to lead the Vehicle Registration Product Section from the Sacramento HQ, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams and high-priority projects. The role emphasizes governance, policy adherence, and strategic modernization in a telework-hybrid setup.

Executive leadership will drive workforce planning, recruitment expansion, and adoption of new technologies to meet future state needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Vehicle Registration (VR) Product Section.
• Provide high-level administrative oversight for critical IT projects.
• Ensure adherence to Departmental and State regulations, policies and procedures.
• Develop workforce and succession plans; expand talent recruitment; modernize core business applications; implement new technology.

Job description

Job Posting:Section Chief – Telework Hybrid

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-531159 -

JC-531159 - Section Chief – Telework Hybrid INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

$11,388.00 - $13,842.00 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: 9/21/2026

Job Description and Duties

Applicants who previously applied in response to Job Posting JC-516328with the final filing date of 5/18/2026, must reapply to be considered for this recruitment.

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.

DMV's Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking a highly motivate and innovative individual to lead the Vehicle Registration (VR) Product Section. Under the general direction of the Enterprise Applications Branch Chief, the Information Technology (IT) Manager II will be a member of the ISD senior leadership team responsible for leading multi-disciplinary teams that provide high-level administrative oversight for critical projects. Furthermore, the incumbent ensures the Section activities adhere to the Departmental and State regulations, policies, and procedures.The incumbent should have experience in workforce and succession planning; expanding talent recruitment efforts; modernizing core business applications with current technology; and implementing new technology to meet the future needs. The incumbent is an inspirational leader responsible for developing and guiding project teams to become highly efficient and effective team members.

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.

To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process.

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

Working Conditions

Part-time telework available. Telework requires California residency. This position offers hybrid telework opportunities; however, telework arrangements are subject to change at any time based on State & departmental operational needs. Employees may be required to report to the office as necessary.

This position may be required to work on weekends and off shift hours.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II $11,388.00 - $13,842.00 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

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, 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.

Using the online application system as specified in this announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Advertisement may be used for subsequent vacancies within 180 days.

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), photograph, basis of eligibility, examination results, Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) status, gender, marital status, ethnicity, and age. Confidential information on STD. 678s submitted electronically online, such as SSN, will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of the Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications, your name will be removed or withheld from the eligibility list, rendering your eligibility as inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates whose names have been withheld from an eligibility list may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, please include a copy of your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an academic credential evaluation. Below is the link to a list of approved agencies.

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.

Who May Apply

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in project management, procurement, contract management, budget and reporting, human resources, change management principles, strategic planning, and customer relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a large multidisciplinary organization.
• Knowledge of or experience in Agile methodology for software development.
• Demonstrated experience in enterprise process and policies for service delivery of major programs.
• Demonstrated capacity to make critical and timely decisions on a variety of challenges in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of state laws, rules, policies, and procedures with a demonstrated effectiveness in implementing initiatives and policies.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary technical professional staff.

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:
Office of Civil Rights and Resolution
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California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Job Application Package Checklist

• Describe a time when you led a large, multidisciplinary IT organization through a major transformation. How did you align project management, procurement, budget, HR, and change-management efforts to achieve the strategic outcome?
• Can you describe your experience implementing knowledge-transfer practices and succession planning strategies for teams with key long-tenured subject-matter experts?
• How can we balance modernization initiatives with the ongoing operational needs of legacy systems while avoiding service disruptions?

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 workplace. 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.