INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 8,600 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services seeks an experienced Platform Administrator (IT Specialist II) to lead ServiceNow administration, configuration, and platform enhancements. Hybrid in Sacramento County, with in-office and telework options, and a path for leadership in IT service delivery.

Role requires expertise in data processing concepts and strong collaboration with stakeholders to maintain and improve the ServiceNow environment and related IT operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Office 365, Microsoft Apps for Enterprise (ProPlus) and Azure.
• Experience with ServiceNow or other ticketing systems.
• Knowledge of Exchange, Server OS versions, Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Understanding of patch management, backup, malware protection and MDM.
• Ability to document technical solutions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administers and provides leadership and technical expertise for ServiceNow.
• Develops, configures, and enhances the ServiceNow platform.
• Leads projects and collaborates with teams to meet IT needs.

Skills

Office 365

Microsoft Apps for Enterprise

Azure

ServiceNow

Microsoft Exchange

Active Directory

Group Policy

Anti-Virus Software

Enterprise Backup Solutions

Patch Management

Mobile Device Management

Change Management

Incident Management

Service Request Management

Asset Management

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager I, the incumbent serves as an expert level platform administrator utilizing their expert knowledge of data processing concepts, practices, methods and principles. Administers and provides leadership and technical expertise for ServiceNow, and is responsible for the development, configuration, and enhancement of the ServiceNow platform.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

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

Working Conditions

Open-spaced partition offices; Prolonged periods on a computer; This position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Under Government Code 14200, this position is a hybrid, in-office/telework position, and may be subject to change. Incumbent can be required to report to the office, or any designated location at any time. Telework agreements can be modified and/or cancelled at any time. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate. Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment. This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-530751

Position #(s): 472-510-1414-XXX

Working Title: Platform Administrator

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The California Department of Developmental Services (Department) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Department Is Located In a Modern, Sustainable And Innovative Office Building At 1215 "O" Street, Sacramento, California. Some Amenities Of The Building Include:

• First floor retail space (separate access from 12 th Street)
• Café with multiple vendors
• Outdoor seating for meal breaks
• Employee fitness center which includes a yoga studio, cardio equipment and weights
• Plaza area with kitchenette on each floor
• Lactation rooms

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

Special Requirements

If you are using list eligibility from an on-line exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ’s or you may not be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.

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:

Knowledge of: Office 365, Microsoft Apps for Enterprise (formerly ProPlus), Azure, ServiceNow or other Ticketing Systems, Microsoft Exchange 2013 and above, Microsoft Server 2016 and above, Active Directory, Group Policy, Anti-Virus Software, Enterprise Backup Solutions, Patch Management, Mobile Device Management, Change Management, Incident Management, Service Request Management, and Asset Management.

Ability to: Be a team leader, provide excellent oral and written communication, manage project schedules, work independently with minimal assistance, stay current with the latest developments in software, develop technical documentation, adapt and manage multiple tasks and priorities, develop effective solutions, and communicate with users, team members and management effectively.

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:

State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website

CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

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

Human Resources Contact

Desiree Cervantes

[phone]

[e-mail]

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Office

[phone]

[e-mail]

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.

Additional Information

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further information on the definition of the above may be found on the California Department of Human Resources' website at: www.calhr.ca.gov.

If you have not taken the Information Technology Specialist II exam/assessment you may find the exam for this classification at the link below. You must take and pass the exam/assessment to obtain eligibility for hire. Click here to gain list eligibility.

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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.