INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

California Department of Developmental Services; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Developmental Services seeks a Lead IT Project Contract Manager to oversee contract administration, procurement, and budgeting for the LOIS project in a hybrid in‑office/telework setting.

Reporting to the IT Division, you will coordinate with legal, fiscal, and budget offices, monitor vendor performance, and ensure compliance with state laws and governance requirements. Candidates should have strong contract management experience.

Qualifications

• Describe and quantify your Contract and Procurement experience, including roles and where gained.
• SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial, single spaced, and no more than two pages.
• If using list eligibility, include verification documents with application.
• MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract, procurement, and budget management for the LOIS project.
• Coordinate activities with procurement, legal, fiscal, and budget offices; monitor vendor performance and deliverables.
• Oversee contract expenditures and funding commitments in compliance with state laws and project governance.

Skills

Contract management

Procurement

Budget management

Job description

Work Location

Sacramento County

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Division’s Life Outcomes Improvement System (LOIS) Project Director, the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) serves as the lead Contract, Procurement, and Budget Manager responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing contract administration, procurement activities, vendor performance, and financial management functions supporting the LOIS Project. The incumbent provides expert-level technical leadership and oversight throughout the contract lifecycle, from procurement planning and contract development through execution, administration, amendments, and closeout. Responsibilities include coordinating procurement and contractual activities with departmental procurement, legal, fiscal, and budget offices; monitoring vendor performance and contractual deliverables; overseeing contract expenditures and funding commitments; and ensuring compliance with applicable State laws, regulations, departmental policies, and established project governance requirements.

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 partitioned offices. Occasionally required to move and transport objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

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.

Under 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-536074

Position #(s): 472‑519‑1414‑004

Working Title: Lead IT Project Contract Manager

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Salary: $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: 1

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 12th 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

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be typed in 12‑point Arial font, single spaced, and be no more than two pages in length. Applicants who fail to answer the question below or submit an SOQ may not be considered.

Describe and quantify your Contract and Procurement experience. What was your role(s) and where did you gain this experience?

If you are using list eligibility from an online 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.

Required Application Documents

• Completed application package (including State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and required documents) must be submitted electronically through CalCareer or mailed to the Department of Developmental Services — Headquarters, N/A, Attn: Desiree Cervantes, Cert Unit, 1215 O Street, MS 10-40, Sacramento, CA 95814. Acceptable drop‑off: same address, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.
• Final Filing Date: 11/9/2026
• 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.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. See Special Requirements above for instructions.

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 State Contracts Manual, California Public Contract Code, California Government Code, IT procurement methods, State Administrative Manual, State Information Management Manual, Department of Technology’s Project Approval Lifecycle, Request for proposal, Request for Quote, Request for Interest/Information, Service agreements, and Interagency agreements. Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Medicaid Information Technology Architecture funding processes, and the administration and department’s goals and policies.
• Ability to: Apply contract analysis and management principles and practices; Work in a matrixed team environment inclusive of technical staff, program staff, and vendors; develop and maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with regional centers, other state departments, and the public; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; reason logically; analyze data and present ideas and information effectively; communicate effectively; utilize critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills with the ability to recommend practical mitigation strategies; maintain strong documentation, facilitation, and organizational skills.

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, visit the following links:

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

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

Human Resources Contact: Desiree Cervantes (916) 245‑1946 [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 (OHRAS) (916) 654‑1888 [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 not 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.

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.