Job Posting: Senior System Support Specialist

Department of Public Health

JC-516802
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Senior System Support Specialist
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 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: 5/14/2026

Job Description and Duties

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by creating customer-focused solutions that are responsive and agile, supporting a modern infrastructure, tools, architecture, and standards to effectively provide efficient services following service-level agreements. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) leverages data and technology to create sustainability across CDPH by creating efficient solutions that meet customer expectations and reduce waste, as well as creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology.

 

Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager (ITM) I, Chief, Disease Technology Management Section (DTMS), the Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II performs all aspects of business technology management for information technology (IT) projects of varying size and complexity following Project Management Institute (PMI), California Department of Technology (CDT) standards, CDPH standards, and industry best practices. The ITS II leverages project-management practices and tools for various System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methods (such as waterfall and agile) through the entire maintenance and operation (M&O) life cycle. Some activities include developing and sharing tools, processes, techniques, and best practices when managing projects; managing IT contract acquisitions and resulting contracts; managing system maintenance and operation budgets; ensuring vendor management methods are established and followed; and training teams on various aspects of operations management and procedures.

 

The ITS II exercises a high degree of independence and proficiency in managing the resolution of the most challenging and difficult IT operation issues that are time sensitive and publicly or politically visible. In addition, the ITS II adheres to organizational governance processes; and manages resources, metrics, and tools to ensure IT service continuity.

 

The ITS II provides both verbal and written communication to promote clear communication, common understanding, and appropriate information sharing. Collects information and develops quality reports for project teams, executives, stakeholders, and state oversight agencies, and has extensive contact with colleagues at all levels within CDPH. In addition, the ITS II may have contact with control agencies, other departments, other states, and the Federal Government. The ITS II must exercise sound judgment, effectively manage high complexity projects, and produce timely, high-quality IT products in order to align with the Application Technology and Support Branch’s (ATSB) mission to deliver successful technology systems and services that advance the missions of CDPH public health programs.

 

The ITS II performs duties within the IT Project Management and Business Technology Management domains.

 

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

 

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

Working Conditions

Telework Information:

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. 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.

Travel may be required for this position. Reimbursement for travel takes into consideration an employee’s designated headquarters, as reflected in the duty statement, and is subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the attached duty statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-516802
Position #(s):
580-151-1414-046
Working Title:
Senior System Support Specialist
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
$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
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 Disease Technology Management Section (DTMS), within ITSD’s Application Technology and Support Branch (ATSB), manages several key systems, including SaPHIRE and CalCONNECT to protect the people in California from the threat of preventable infectious diseases and assists those living with an infectious disease in securing prompt and appropriate access to health care, medications, and associated support services

“The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.”

“*CDPH is an E-Verify employer.”

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov

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 # (516802) 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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 apply@cdph.ca.gov 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: 5/14/2026

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. 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 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 Public Health
CCAU Mailing
Attn: Classification & Certification Unit
P.O. Box 997378
MS 1700-1702
Sacramento, CA 95899-7378

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Public Health
CCAU Drop Off
Classification & Certification Unit
1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430
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 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 - Please see Supplemental Questionnaire instructions below at end of posting.  Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SQ 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:

  • Experience with the development, implementation, and management of large IT systems to support business needs.
  • Managing project or system operations budgets and actual costs.
  • Project management experience, including planning, scheduling, facilitating meetings, managing stakeholder communications, and managing risks and issues.
  • Experience working with system integrators and ensuring their accountability to contract services and deliverables.
  • Ability to clearly articulate system requirements, issues, proposed resolutions, or process improvements.
  • Experience in developing process models and procedure documentation.
  • Experience performing a range of quality control and testing services, including managing testing processes, developing test scenarios, and executing test scripts.
  • Experience developing or reviewing contract documents (Statement of Work) for IT service contract procurements.
  • Experience drafting and/or reviewing work products and deliverables for IT managed service contracts.
  • Experience with IT governance, standards compliance, enterprise architecture alignment, and security policies.
  • Ability to research, problem solve, and trouble shoot the most challenging business and/or technical issues.
  • Experience with State contract management processes and procedures.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Critical thinking and analytical capability.
  • Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and independence.
  • Depth and strengths in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

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.

Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources Division
(916) 445-0983
apply@cdph.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Clarissa Wallace
(279) 217-0711
Clarissa.Wallace@cdph.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 Office
(916) 445-0938
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.

Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Instructions:

A completed Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) must be submitted in order to be considered for this position. The SQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SQ should be typed, no more than two pages in length, with a font size no less than Arial 11-point with 1-inch margins. Please answer the questions in the order as they appear below. Candidates are also required to include a resume with their submission; however, please note, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the SQ.

  1. Describe your specific experience with the development, implementation or management of a large IT system. Briefly describe the system and your experience pertaining to the following responsibilities:
    1. Project management (scope, schedule, risks, issues)
    2. Budget and cost management
    3. Stakeholder communications and meeting facilitation
    4. Collaborating with program and technical team members such as defining requirements or user stories, troubleshooting issues, or evaluating technical solutions.
    5. Overseeing contractors and ensuring that they meet the contractual requirements.
    6. Reviewing and approving contract deliverables.

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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