Cal OES is recruiting for Limited Term positions and Emergency Hire Appointments in support of the Disaster Response and Recovery efforts in Southern California.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the IT Manager II, the IT Specialist I (ITS I) provides expert-level support for multiple sites, including Mather Campus and CalOES Recovery Operations.
The ITS I is responsible for performing as tier I/II computer and network support in a statewide information technology enterprise environment. Responsibilities will include participation in the analysis of user needs, systems analysis, innovation/function/design, documentation, testing, installation activities, evaluation, user support, maintaining an operational readiness posture and training. The ITS I will prepare operating instructions and on-the-job training when needed, and follow enterprise IT standards for problem documentation and resolution through the use of a ticketing system application. The incumbent is responsible for imaging systems, maintaining network equipment, and go kits. The incumbent will perform regular team exercises with disaster response network solutions. The incumbent will have extensive troubleshooting skills of Windows clients operating in an Active Directory environment, cloud environments and be comfortable supporting a range of hardware and software products which include Microsoft products, Lotus Notes, TeamViewer, Apple, Cradlepoint and Satellite technologies. This position will require travel throughout California to provide onsite visits.
Limited Term positions may be appointed up to 12 months or extended to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent.
• For Limited Term positions please review the benefit information on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Emergency Appointment (Ehire) will be considered
• An emergency hire appointment can work up to 189 days in 12 consecutive months, based on the needs of the disaster.
• Positions are paid on an hourly basis, once a month, during the first week of the month following the closure of the pay period. An emergency hire appointment is not eligible for medical benefits or a retirement program.
• Emergency hire appointments earn state service and sick leave and vacation based upon actual time worked.
• Civil Service Examinations are not required for appointment. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
Telework - This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Main Office located in Mather, CA.
Conflict of Interest - This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code and is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict of Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement Position Details Job Code :
JC-474118
Position (s):
-904
Working Title:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I $6,323.00 - $8,475.00 A
$6,954.00 - $9,319.00 B
$7,635.00 - $10,230.00 C
of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture by hiring and retaining individuals from a variety of backgrounds and personal experiences. Our employees are empowered with the tools and resources necessary to meet our mission, while continuing to expand equity and inclusion efforts at all levels of the organization. We are committed to the spirit and work required to ensure the safety and resilience of every community in California.
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is an emergency response, homeland security, and disaster recovery agency and as a result, is a dynamic and exciting place to work in a team-oriented environment. Cal OES provides training to enhance the understanding of emergency and incident management to all employees.
In the event of an emergency, employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency. This contact may be outside of your normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays). This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in your official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and you may be required to relocate to emergency sites.
More information may be found here: Policy & Administration California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Department Website:
Special Requirements Application Package Requirements
To have your application considered for this job opportunity:
• List the Job Code (JC) and Position Number for this position in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" section on the State Application, STD. 678.
• List your most current employment history first in the "E MPLOYMENT HISTORY" section on the STD. 678.
• Provide the "From" and "To" dates with the month, day and year, the "Hours Per Week" that you worked and the Total Worked (Years/Months). You may include overtime hours.
• You must complete the "DUTIES PERFORMED" on the State Application (do not note "see attached resume" in this section) . Failure to comply and your application is considered incomplete.
• SROA and Surplus are encouraged to apply and must submit a copy of their letter.
• Please note consideration shall be given to work experience gained in a part-time or full-time job, regardless of whether the job was a paid or a volunteer position or was within, or outside of, state service. If using education to qualify please submit a copy of your transcripts. If selected, official transcripts will be required. Foreign education must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency.
NOTE: Incomplete applications received may not be considered. Resumes are welcomed but do not take the place of the completed State Application STD 678. Applications received via fax or email will NOT be accepted. If you would like confirmation of receipt, please send certified mail.
A candidate pool may be established for subsequent vacancies.
All hires may be subject to a criminal background check.
We encourage applicants to apply electronically.
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: 4/21/2025
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. 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:
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Recruitment
Attn: Human Resources
3650 Schriever Ave
Mather , CA 95655
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Human Resources
HR Unit - TD
10370 Peter A McCuen Boulevard
Mather , CA 95655
Please drop off at HR Window; Second Floor. This excludes holidays and weekends.
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: . click apply for full job details
Date Posted: 13 April 2025
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