INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Caltrans; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in California is seeking a Senior IT Business Analyst to serve as a lead for complex IT projects within the Project and Portfolio Management Section. You will shape requirements, governance, and deliverables, collaborating with IT and business teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong analysis, project management experience, and ability to document specifications and user stories; telework is hybrid with on-site duties in Sacramento County.

Qualifications

• Lead business analysis for large, complex IT projects.
• Document requirements, user stories, and PAL artifacts.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to deliver solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead business analysis for complex IT initiatives within PPMS.
• Define methodologies, standards, and project artifacts for enterprise portfolios.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Business analysis

Leadership

IT project management

Requirements gathering

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-530962

Position #(s): 900-170-1414-026

Working Title: Senior IT Business Analyst

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the incumbent will function as a lead business analyst for complex, sensitive and/or major projects undertaken by the Project and Portfolio Management Section (PPMS). The Department of Transportation (Department) Information Technology (IT) Enterprise Portfolio Management Services is responsible for the management and execution of all reportable and delegated projects with IT components in the Department. This responsibility requires the PPMS to define methodologies, standards, processes, and conduct activities for the enterprise portfolio which includes various deliverables such as Requirements Specifications, Project Approval LifeCycle (PAL) forms and artifacts, process flows and user stories.

DOMAIN(s):

Business Technology Management

IT Project Management

PARF# 20-27-0034 / JC-530962

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• Resume required.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

• Describe your work experience and education (including any job specific training/certifications), that would make you the best candidate for this position.
• Describe your business analyst experience with large, complex IT projects. Provide at least one specific example and be specific regarding your role. Be sure to include the tracking tools you have used as a business analyst, project budget, number of requirements gathered, and diagrams created.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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).

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).

Final Filing Date: 9/14/2026

Required Application Package Documents

• 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 - Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

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.