Job Posting: Information Technology Associate (Technical Assistance Center)

Department of Justice

JC-494471
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Information Technology Associate (Technical Assistance Center)
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

$4,935.00 - $8,740.00 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: 10/24/2025

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor II, the Information Technology Associate (ITA) provides first-level technical support in the Technical Assistance Center. The incumbent is responsible for troubleshooting, documenting, and resolving hardware, software, remote access, mobile devices, and network connectivity issues for end users. The ITA also assists with account administration, enterprise applications, imaging and deploying end-user devices, and escalation of complex issues to higher-tier support. The position requires excellent customer service skills, clear communication, and the ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, including responding to helpdesk calls, emails, and tickets and traveling to offsite locations as needed.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-494471
Position #(s):
420-798-1401-004
Working Title:
Information Technology Associate (Technical Assistance Center)
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
$4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A
$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B
$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C
$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D
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:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week:
Monday - Friday

Department Information

This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Technology Support Bureau, Enterprise Operations Support Branch, Technical Assistance Center (Local), Local Support Section

Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

ALTERNATE RANGE CRITERIA 483
Established 1/31/18, Pay Letters 18-04 and 18-05

When using education to meet the Alternate Range Criteria, education must include at least 15 semester units (or 22.5 quarter units) of information technology or closely related course work. Closely related coursework refers to a course of study involving the study of computing, such as software engineering, computer engineering, Management Information Systems, Geographic Information System, and computing technology.
Range A. This range shall apply to persons who do not meet the criteria for Range B, Range C, or Range D.

Range B. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have:

1. Completed one year of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to: or higher than an Information Technology Associate, or
2. Completed an additional 30 semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university.
Range C. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have:

1. Completed three years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Associate, or

2. Received a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Range D. This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the
classification and who have completed five years of satisfactory additional experience
performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Associate.

When the requirements for the criteria are met and upon recommendation of the appointing power, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.674 upon movement to Range B or Range C and a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.676 upon movement to Range D.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

 


Special Requirements

A fingerprint check is required.

Clearly indicate JC – 494471 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) For Which You Are Applying” section of your State Application.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Applying electronically is highly encouraged.

A background check is required (if applicable).

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: 10/24/2025

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.

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 Justice
Mail in-CJIS Divisions
Attn: Alyssa Davis JC-494471
PO Box 160608
Sacramento, CA 95816-0608

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
Drop off- CJIS Divisions
Alyssa Davis JC-494471
4949 Broadway
Sacramento, CA 95820
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 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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ is a discussion of how an applicant's education and experience meets the evaluation criteria and qualifies them for the position. Please see Statement of Qualifications section below to complete the requirements.
  • Other - Cover Letter. 
  • Other - List of Professional References. 
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:
  • Experience installing/troubleshooting various software including, but not limited to Microsoft Windows 11 and O365 Suite, Adobe, etc.
  • Experience installing and troubleshooting hardware and peripherals.
  • Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and Virtual Private Network (VPN).
  • Ability to prioritize work assignments and/or problem solutions to ensure completion within established time frames.
  • Ability to adapt to changes in priorities, work assignments, and other interactions.
  • Ability to work independently on projects or assignments without close supervision or detailed instructions.
  • Skill to communicate effectively in writing in a courteous, professional manner.
  • Skill to read and comprehend written materials (e.g. references, memos, letters ) to apply information and determine appropriate courses of action.
  • Skill to work with others to identify problems to seek improvements in Information Technology (IT) and other work processes.
  • Knowledge of customer service and customer support principles in an IT environment.
  • Skill to analyze and evaluate data and information to formulate conclusions and courses of action.
  • Skill to prepare clear and concise written instructions to audiences with varying levels of understanding.
  • Knowledge of basic customer technical support standards, protocols, and procedures, including tracking procedures and security devices.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and respond to general IT service requests (Level/Tier 1 and Level/Tier 2).
  • Skill to identify solutions to various IT environment related problems.

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 position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Alyssa Davis
(000) -
Alyssa.Davis@doj.ca.gov

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 Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.ca.gov
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.

Statement of Qualifications

The SOQ must include a title, not exceed two pages, single-spaced, Arial 12-point font size. Responses should be numbered and presented in the order they appear.

  1. Describe the most complex helpdesk issue you have personally resolved. Include the systems or applications involved, your troubleshooting process, the tools you used, and how you confirmed resolution.
  2. Share an experience when you had to manage multiple urgent tickets at once. How did you decide what to handle first, and what metrics or guidelines informed your decision?
  3. Provide an example of when you dealt with an upset or frustrated customer. What steps did you take to de-escalate the situation, and what was the final outcome?

Additional Information about Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.

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