Software Engineering Supervisor - Sacramento, United States - State of California

Description

This position supports the California Department of Public Health's (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to advance goals and inform action and accountability.

The Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II) leads and/or directs application and database development, technical system configuration, performance tuning, and problem resolution. Serves as a technical supervisor in providing support and maintenance for mission critical applications and systems. Maintains and utilizes knowledge of application isolation, database configuration, server administration, web site configuration, and system security practices are required. May act in a consultant capacity advising teams on recommended solutions and providing project guidance, developing documentation, and conducting research and analysis for information technology systems. Works with programs and teams on business requirements, architectural design, and overseeing the implementation process.

This position is responsible for ensuring quality applications are developed to support the Certification and Licensing enterprise environment. Responsibilities include overseeing software developers and business analysts in a DevOps environment; planning and preparing recommendations to strengthen the enterprise environment; reviewing development and deployment activities; providing clear direction on best practices based on lessons learned; and promoting the creation and reuse of shared assets.

The IT Sup II works under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I.

This position will perform duties within the Software Engineering and Information Technology Project Management domain.

The attached duty statement indicates whether this position is eligible for telework. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200, and may be required to report to a CDPH office, when needed. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

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

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC

Position #(s):


Working Title:
Software Engineering Supervisor

Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPERVISOR II $8, $10,741.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information
At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California's diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of the people of California. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) within CDPH advances its vision of "Healthy Individuals and Families in Healthful Communities" through the provision of high-quality information resources and technology.

The Enterprise Platform Services Branch is responsible for developing enterprise features impacting all applications while leveraging technology to advance departmental goals of reuse and sustainability.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile environment. We are a collaborative, fun, tightknit team working from home developing and supporting applications built on a low-code/no-code framework. We are looking for a motivated self-starter who can work independently as well with a team.

Special Requirements
For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY) . Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g. unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e. social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission.

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareers Account at Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application.

If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

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: 5/15/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Public Health
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box
MS
Sacramento , CA

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Public Health
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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 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 - Please see Statement of Qualifications instructions below at end of posting . Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SOQ may be rejected .

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:

• Planning, organizing, directing, delegating, and supervising complex work of a multidisciplinary staff supporting software development.
• Project management in complex/technical services, web applications, and content management to support enterprise capabilities.
• Working knowledge of the California Project Management Framework (CA-PMF) (SIMM section 17) and California Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) (Statewide Information Management Manual (SIMM) section 19).
• Scrum Master Certification is preferred but not required.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in the Agile methodology.
• Ability to perform complex system analysis and data analysis utilizing tools such as Microsoft Excel and pivot tables.
• Strong oversight skills with the ability to analyze burn rates and formulate solutions to development problems.
• Ability to conduct in-depth analysis and deliver a high-level view of goals and end deliverables.
• Ability to complete multiple assignments simultaneously and deliver within a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with users at all levels, verbally and in writing.

Benefits 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 application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division


Hiring Unit Contact:
Erlene Jara


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:
EEO Office


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Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Instructions

Please describe how your education and experience meet the requirements for this position by addressing the duties outlined in the Duty Statement. Please be specific about your knowledge, skills, and abilities. The SOQ must be no more than two pages in length, in Arial 12-point font. Candidates are also required to include a resume with their submission; however, please note, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the SOQ.

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.