TELEWORK IS AVAILABLE.

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is focused on improving how the state government develops and implements innovative solutions to meet the public’s evolving needs, enriching customer experiences, and improving critical technological applications. CDT’s Office of Digital Services (ODS) plays a critical role to enhance digital government and build a California that works for all Californians. We do this by providing foundational platforms, web standards, and technologies for state entities to provide and scale innovative digital services.
Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager I (IT Mgr I) over Planning and Product Management (PPM), the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Spec I) performs a variety of complex analytical tasks and activities for all enterprise-wide information technology (IT) projects by bringing stakeholders together to assess overall functional, technical and operational scope, perform cost-benefit analysis, and the resource capacity to determine how and when the California Department of Technology (CDT), through innovative services, can be provided. The IT Spec I will help guide enterprise projects through the process of business analysis, project initiation and testing. The IT Spec I will be responsible for assisting in the facilitation and management of all enterprise IT governance processes. The IT Spec I should have a product mindset, testing and able to play multiple roles. The IT Spec I is responsible for product planning and management for digital initiatives, coordinating the delivery of new product features and functionalities, optimizing product strategy and roadmaps, collaboration with business, and utilizing agile methodologies to deliver the product.
Telework
This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given.
Visa Sponsorship
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
CA Residency:
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.
Incumbent may be required to work outside of normal hours/weekends to support the business needs of our clients/to meet project deadline. Some traveling may be required to various CDT locations.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (SOQ) REQUIRED

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered and include the full text of the numbered items prior to your response. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

Note: Applicants who do not follow these instructions may be disqualified from the selection process.Cover letters and résumés do not take the place of the SOQ.

• Describe your relevant experience, education, and significant achievements related to the responsibilities detailed in the duty statement, with a focus on your involvement in the delivery of digital products. Kindly provide specific examples from your role as a Product Specialist.
• Can you describe your experience collaborating and coordinating with internal departments, external vendors, business, and cross-functional teams throughout the entire product lifecyle, from inception to implementation? Please include a specific example that highlights your involvement during product development lifecyle phases.

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: 8/22/2025

Please refer the Job description for details