Job Posting: Chief, Project Management Office

Department of Managed Health Care

JC-302549
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Chief, Project Management Office
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I

$8,381.00 - $11,231.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/29/2022

Job Description and Duties

Pending Legislative and Governor's approval

You must submit a completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) Template when you apply.

The SOQ consists of questions that must specifically be addressed and submitted within the SOQ Template. Submission of anything other than the SOQ template does not meet application requirements.

BE A TELEWORK SUPERSTAR!
Work remotely from home (from within the state of California) Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I) serves as the Chief of the Project Management Office (PMO). The incumbent is responsible for managing the department’s most critical Information Technology (IT) projects including, but not limited to, the NIMBUS (Necessary Infrastructure Modernization for Business Unified Services) modernization project. NIMBUS is the department’s modernization initiative to move legacy applications from custom-code to configurable cloud systems. This position has oversight of the PMO staff that includes, but is not limited to, Project Managers, Business Analysts, vendors/contractors, and partners/external stakeholders to ensure successful project completion; reporting of project status to multiple stakeholders within DMHC, California Health and Human Services (CalHHS) Agency and California Department of Technology (CDT).

You will utilize your Microsoft .NET development skills, and experience configuring cloud-based applications.

WORK BALANCE LIFE!
OTI believes it is critical for our staff to have a healthy work/life balance to ensure we have happy, productive staff that love their job! The perfect balance is achieved when you are able to meet work deadlines and still have time for friends, family, and hobbies!

INNOVATION!
We have adopted low-code cloud technologies for application deployment, and soon hope to add cloud-based business intelligence tools to our tool belt!


JOIN US ON OUR MISSION!
Your work supports the mission of the DMHC to protect consumers’ health care rights and ensure a stable health care delivery system for more than 27.7 million Californians.


This is your opportunity to join a newly energized and highly innovative team, eager to embrace new technologies that will effect digital transformation at the DMHC.


 Due to COVID -19 pandemic, DMHC employees are currently teleworking.

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

Working Conditions

This position is located in downtown Sacramento in a modern facility with the following amenities: on site gym, free shuttle service to local businesses, two tenant appreciation events each year, across the street from a Farmer’s Market, and one block to light rail. Join this team of professionals for an opportunity within an energetic setting.

The employee will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. There will be occasional fluctuations in temperature. The employee will work in a cubicle and will periodically attend meetings and/or training outside of his/her assigned office. The employee will work in and/or visit offices located in a high rise building accessed through elevators. 

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-302549
Position #(s):
409-551-1405-006
Working Title:
Chief, Project Management Office
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
$8,381.00 - $11,231.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of the California Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) is to protect consumers’ health care rights and ensure a stable health care delivery system. The DMHC accomplishes its mission by ensuring the health care system works for consumers. The Department protects the health care rights of more than 27.7 million Californians by regulating health care service plans, assisting consumers through a consumer Help Center, educating consumers on their rights and responsibilities and preserving the financial stability of the managed health care system.

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

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

All applicants not currently employed by the DMHC will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. This investigation will consist of fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your State application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential
information. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthday, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.

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: 4/29/2022

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.

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 Managed Health Care
Attn: Human Resources - Margie Villadelgado
980 9th Street, Suite 500
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Managed Health Care
Human Resources - Margie Villadelgado
980 9th Street, Suite 500
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.
  • Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a MANDATORY requirement in order to apply for this position. A SOQ is a narrative discussion describing how the candidate's education, training, expereince and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications for the position.
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:
  1. Current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification issues by the Project Management Institute (PMI).
  2. Experience managing Software Development Projects that leverage Microsoft .NET.
  3. Experience managing Business Intelligence Projects.
  4. Experience managing projects that utilize low-code configurable SaaS Platform(s).
  5. Experience managing Dynamic Case Management projects.
  6. Experience managing Medium ($1 million) to Large (tens of millions) Software Development projects in a Project Management Supervisor or Management role.
  7. Experience exercising a high degree of initiative supervising or managing a Project Management Office consisting of 5 or more persons.
  8. Experience with Information Technology (IT) management methods and techniques; planning, design, development, testing, and deployment of IT projects and systems.
  9. Experience with industry best practices and standards such as Information Technology Information Library (ITIL), Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC); Agile and Waterfall Project Management Methodologies, DevOps software development methodologies/framework
  10. Experience with State of California IT policies and procedures including Statewide Information Management Manual (SIMM), State Administration Manual (SAM), State Contracting Manual (SCM) and California Project and Portfolio Management (CA-PMM).
  11. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects.
  12. Ability to work with multiple levels of staff and management to achieve desired outcomes.
  13. Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.
  14. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the page California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary on the CalHR website.

General State Employment Benefits and Protections: Click here to view more information about the outstanding benefits offered to State employees.

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: http://www.dmhc.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Margie Villadelgado
(916) 322-6864
Margie.Villadelgado@dmhc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Ralph Cesena
(916) 738-3379
Ralph.Cesena@dmhc.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) 403-0409
EEO@dmhc.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.

Additional Application Instructions

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current occupational experience in the duties performed section.

Electronic applications though your CalCareer account are highly recommended.

Do NOT include your social security number on any submitted documents. If submitting your application via postal mail or in person, please notate RPA: 21-200 and Job Control: JC-302549 on your application.

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification for the Information Technology Manager I is located at the top of this Job Announcement Posting under Minimum Requirements.

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DMHC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are mailing your application, it must be postmarked by the final filing or cut-off date. Hand delivered applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date or cut-off date. Applications slipped under the door at the Human Resources Office will be time stamped the following business day.

Statement of Qualifications Instructions

Please submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), using the SOQ Template to describe your experience, knowledge, skills and abilities related to the qualifying factors listed on the SOQ Template. The SOQ must not exceed two pages, single-spaced, typed, and Arial 12-point font size. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as a response to the SOQ.

Applications submitted without a SOQ are excluded from further consideration.

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.