Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) acts as a lead publishing service developer with expertise in Java J2EE. The incumbent is responsible for the analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and implementation of highly complex in-house developed applications and publishing services for the California State Legislature within the Legal Services Development Section of the Architected Services Division. The incumbent will provide proficient knowledge in systems analysis and Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes. The incumbent acts as a knowledge expert on the use of new technologies in the enhancement and support of Legal Services applications. The incumbent works continually with Legal Services technical staff and quality control experts to ensure that system functionality meets customer business needs and objectives. The incumbent works independently or as a team member and/or lead a team of information technology specialists on complex projects of variable risks over computer systems that are highly visible and mission-critical to meeting the business requirements of the California State Legislature and legislative support organizations.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions Core business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and the incumbent is expected to be available during core hours. However, the work schedule may be adjusted and is contingent upon business needs. Extended hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays are mandatory and essential during peak times of the year. Peak times generally fall within the legislative session, which is January through September. Therefore, the incumbent may be scheduled to work up to 7 days a week and extended hours may not always be scheduled in advance.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code :
JC-475827
Position (s):
-XXX
Working Title:
SOFTWARE APPLICATION DEVELOPER
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,374.00 - $11,558.00
of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week:
Monday - Friday
Department Information The Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC) is a small civil service department whose mission is to provide responsive nonpartisan and confidential legal services and information technology support services to the California State Legislature and in support of the legislative process. This position is located in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The State of California provides excellent health benefits and retirement options, sick leave and vacation accrual, and paid state holidays. OLC employees are excluded from collective bargaining and, therefore, receive enhanced benefits and do not contribute fair share.
Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your STD. 678, resume, or school transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your social security number, birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. (Note confidential information on the first page of the application submitted online through your CalCareers account will be redacted automatically upon submission.)
Employment Application (STD. 678):
Applications must be complete and include dates and hours worked; contact names and phone numbers of supervisors; and a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume (i.e., "See Resume") in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.
School Transcripts:
When using education to qualify, unofficial transcripts must be submitted. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. If selected for appointment, official transcripts will be required.
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: 5/16/2025
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 . 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:
Office of Legislative Counsel
N/A
Attn: Madison Weaver
925 L Street, Suite 900
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Office of Legislative Counsel
N/A
Madison Weaver
925 L Street, Suite 900
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 . 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.
- Degree and/or School Transcripts
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:
• 5+ years of working experience developing or supporting Java J2EE based web applications utilizing the Oracle database
• 5+ year of working experiences in Publishing services and using tools such as RenderX (XEP), QuickSilver and Hummingbird Client
• Hands on experience in middleware technologies such as WebLogic, Glassfish, JBoss or Tomcat
• Knowledge of coding and design with Prime Faces, EJB, JPA, JMS technologies
• Ability to troubleshoot complex information technology systems
• A strong history of successful customer service and support with a passion to meet the dynamic needs of external and internal customers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including ability to produce IT documentation
• Ability to act as a subject matter expert and to facilitate the transfer of knowledge of technical information to other IT professionals
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement, act independently, solve critical and complex problems, and manage multiple competing priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team settings to support in-house developed applications and routines
• Demonstrated experience directly leading technical and business interdisciplinary teams to develop a highly functional cross-collaborative team
• Demonstrated experience managing or leading mission critical software development projects that successfully implemented new or enhanced technical solutions to meet specific business needs or solutions
Benefits All OLC employees are excluded from collective bargaining, and therefore, receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance . click apply for full job details