Information Technology Specialist I

California Department of Justice; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

11 paid holidays

Flexible paid leave options

Pension retirement

Job stability

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The California Department of Justice seeks an Information Technology Specialist I to analyze, design, develop, and implement complex software systems for the Bureau of Firearms. You will lead in building scalable databases and ensure robust operation across internal and external facing applications.

You will work under the unit supervisor in a fast-paced environment, participate in the full project life cycle from kickoff through requirements analysis, design, implementation and ongoing

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, develop, and implement the most complex software systems for the BOF program.
• Lead in the development of application functionality and the design and maintenance of multiple highly scalable, fault tolerant databases for business critical, internal and external facing applications.
• Provide on-going monitoring, support and performance tuning of the BOF software systems and database.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of the unit supervisor, the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) performs at the expert specialist level of this career series to analyze, design, develop, and implement the most complex software systems for the Bureau of Firearms (BOF) program. The ITS I is involved in all aspects of the project life cycle, from the initial kickoff through the requirements analysis, design and implementation. The ITS I serves as a leader in the development of application functionality and the design and maintenance of multiple highly scalable, fault tolerant databases for business critical, internal and external facing applications. The ITS I provides on-going monitoring, support and performance tuning of the BOF software systems and database.

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of the unit supervisor, the Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) performs at the expert specialist level of this career series to analyze, design, develop, and implement the most complex software systems for the Bureau of Firearms (BOF) program. The ITS I is involved in all aspects of the project life cycle, from the initial kickoff through the requirements analysis, design and implementation. The ITS I serves as a leader in the development of application functionality and the design and maintenance of multiple highly scalable, fault tolerant databases for business critical, internal and external facing applications. The ITS I provides on-going monitoring, support and performance tuning of the BOF software systems and database. The ITS I performs effectively in a fast paced environment with changing priorities and applies principles, methods and procedures for developing, optimizing and integrating systems in accordance with industry standards and best practices. Works effectively and cooperatively with project team members, management, vendors, and clients throughout all analytical and technical activities. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533031

Position #(s): 420-964-1402-002

Working Title Information Technology Specialist I

Classification INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

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

Work Shift 8AM-5PM

Work Week Monday-Friday

Department Information This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Application Development Bureau, Firearms & Enterprise Systems Branch, Manage Applications Services Section, Firearms Software Development Unit, FFAS Application Development & Support Team.

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Additional Salary Information

Alternate Range Criteria 484

Established 1/31/18, Pay Letters 18-04 and 18-05

Range A. This range shall apply to persons who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range C.

Range B. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed two years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.

Range C. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed four years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.

When the requirements for the criteria are met and upon recommendation of the appointing power, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.676. Upon movement to Range C, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.674 shall apply.

Benefits of working for the State of California:

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!