INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

State of California; California; Hybrid; USD 96.000 - 133.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Sacramento seeks an Information Technology (IT) Solution Architect/IT Specialist II to lead backend financial systems using Oracle, Assembler and COBOL. This is a telework-hybrid role within the ISD Operations Systems Section.

You will provide technical leadership, design and implement mission-critical applications, mentor developers, and coordinate with business stakeholders on settlements, reconciliation, accounting and inventory to ensure reliable,

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education/work experience.
• Experience leading IT projects and mentoring developers is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Provide architectural and technical leadership for DMV back-end financial systems.
• Lead design, development, testing, maintenance and operations of mission-critical applications.
• Collaborate with technical staff and business stakeholders on settlements, reconciliation, accounting and inventory.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education/work experience

Tools

Oracle

Assembler

COBOL

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting:IT Specialist II – Telework Hybrid

Department of Motor Vehicles

JC-535981 -

JC-535981 - IT Specialist II – Telework Hybrid
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,905.00 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: 11/2/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento.
DMV's Information Systems Division (ISD) is seeking a motivated and experienced Information Technology (IT) Solution Architect to serve as a technical lead and principal analyst/developer for mission-critical backend financial applications using Oracle, Assembler, and COBOL. This position is within the Operations Systems Section/Financial Systems Support Group of the Enterprise Applications Branch.

Under the direction of the IT Manager I, the ITSpecialist II serves as the architectural and technical lead for DMV back-end financial systems. The incumbent provides technical leadership and expertise in systems architecture, analysis, design, development, integration, testing, maintenance, and operations for complex, mission-critical applications.

The ITS II provides recommendations on technology strategies, policies, standards, and solutions; mentors developers; and collaborates with technical staff and business stakeholders to implement and maintain systems supporting critical DMV operations, including settlement, reconciliation, accounting, inventory, and other financial functions. The incumbent also leads and/or supports medium to large-scale IT projects and complex system initiatives, ensuring effective and sustainable technical solutions.

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.

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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 works in a remote setting or in an office setting, in a cubicle, which may include sitting for long periods of time, accessing a computer, and typing for long periods of time.
DMV operates 24/7, so this position may be required to carry a cell phone, work occasional evenings and/or weekends, or attend out of town classes or conferences.

Minimum Requirements

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,625.00 - $11,905.00 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.

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).

Application Instructions

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.

Final Filing Date: 11/2/2026

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.
• Other - A written response to the item(s) listed in the Written Response section below, no more than 2page(s) in length with no less than Arial 12-point font and 1-inch margins, submitted as a separate document. A Resume does not take the place of a written response. Written responses may be similar in format to a Statement of Qualifications. Be sure to follow all instructions closely. For helpful tips on crafting a strong SOQ, view CalHR’s video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA-mGmyx1TY . Candidates are advised to:
  • use simple formatting (avoid justified text, large text boxes, or custom bullets),
  • use standard fonts like Arial or Times New Roman,
  • left-align the text,
  • save the written response as a PDF document, and “flatten” it before uploading by printing to PDF or using the “Save as PDF” feature, and
  • submit or upload the written response PDF document as part of the application package.

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Lead, Solution Architect, Lead Systems Analyst, or similar position in a technology-driven environment.
• Experience in the development, maintenance, and optimization of custom applications using Oracle, Assembler, COBOL or similar.
• Experience in modernizing legacy systems through integration with modern platforms and technologies, such as Salesforce, MuleSoft, and related cloud-based solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to triage and resolve application issues by performing root cause analysis, implementing patches to code, and/or recommending solutions.
• Experience in gathering requirements and performing comprehensive research/analysis.
• Experience working in Agile methodology and using a Application Lifecycle management tool such as ALM Octane etc.,
• Experience in building and documenting architecture process flows, design diagrams, etc.
• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Possess strong analytical, creative, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Possess knowledge and experience working on multiple projects at the same time and with various cross-functional teams.
• Think both as a business person and a technical expert.
• Demonstrates the ability to present to peers or executive leadership.

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.

Job Application Package Checklist

Contrary to the "How To Apply" and "Alternate Application Process" sections of this job posting, the Job Application Package Checklist is not required. However, applicants must submit all Required Application Documents identified under the "Application Instructions" section by the final filing date.

1. Describe your experience as an IT Application Solution Architect or technical lead responsible for designing, developing, and supporting complex, mission-critical applications. Describe a specific project and your role in defining the solution architecture, developing the system design, managing technical risks, and ensuring system reliability and maintainability.

2. Describe your experience in modernizing legacy applications and integrating legacy technologies with modern platforms such as Salesforce, MuleSoft, cloud technologies, or APIs.

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.

EEO Contact:
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