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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 Information Technology Services Division (ITSD), within CDPH, is dedicated to embracing technology to create customer-focused solutions that meet customer expectations and support public health outcomes. We are committed to modernizing public health systems. This involves leveraging modern technology and innovative solutions to transform legacy systems into efficient, data-driven platforms. Our mission is to provide information technology services that support the science and operations of the California public health enterprise. Our vision is to for a public health information technology ecosystem that advances the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. • Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov • Check out How to Apply for a Job at CDPH • Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. • The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year • New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or alternate range, as applicable. • Effective July 2025, California’s Personal Leave Program (PLP 2025) reduces employees’ base pay by 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits monthly through June 2027. The posted salary range does not reflect this reduction. 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. Additionally, the division is dedicated to creating innovative solutions, strengthening partnerships and collaborations, and embracing technology. Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager (ITM) I, Chief, Public Health Applications and Technology Section (PHATS), the Information Technology Specialist (ITS) II serves as the lead developer, architect, and administrator for all low-code/no-code platforms, including Microsoft Power Platform. This position provides technical leadership in solution architecture, platform integration, and development standards. The ITS II leads a team of developers, oversees system administration, and ensures alignment with CDPH’s Vision 2035 for modern, cloud-based public health systems. Key responsibilities include: • Lead the design, development, and implementation of applications and solutions. • Architect and maintain Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions. • Administer and configure identity and access management tools such as Okta. • Manage CI/CD pipelines using Octopus Deploy and support DevOps practices. • Develop and maintain applications using .NET, JavaScript, HTML, XML, and JSON. • Integrate systems and manage data migrations across platforms. • Deploy and manage mobile applications in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. • Configure and monitor Microsoft Azure services, including App Services, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, and Log Analytics. • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and documentation. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align solutions with business needs. • Participate in after-hours change release coordination and production support. The ITS II performs duties within the System Engineering, Software Engineering and Business Technology Management domains. This is a reposting of JC-469380 to increase the candidate pool; previous applicants do not need to reapply. Your application is still in consideration. 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: • Proven ability to lead the design and architecture of enterprise applications and integrations. • Experience translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable technical solutions. • Advanced proficiency in low-code/no-code development using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, Dataverse). • Experience developing and maintaining solutions in Microsoft Dynamics 365. • Strong knowledge of system administration and configuration of Okta for identity and access management. • Experience with mobile application deployment and release management for the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, including administration, compliance, and versioning processes. • Experience with Octopus Deploy and CI/CD pipeline implementation. • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for cloud and hybrid environments. • Proficient in Microsoft Azure services, including App Services, Azure Active Directory, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Log Analytics, and Kusto Query Language (KQL). • Proficiency in application development using .NET (C#, ASP.NET, VB.NET), JavaScript, HTML, XML, and JSON. • Experience with system integrations, data migrations, and API development. • Understanding of AI capabilities and integration into business applications (e.g., Power Platform Copilot, Azure AI services). • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor developers. • Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. 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. Please note, resumes do not take the place of the SQ. Q1: Describe a solution you successfully developed and implemented using Microsoft Power Platform (e.g., Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages) or Dynamics 365. In your response, please include: The business problem and your role in the project. How you designed and developed the solution, including any integrations or customizations. The tools and technologies used, the outcome of the implementation and how it met business needs. Q2: Describe your experience working with Microsoft Azure services in a production environment. In your response, please include the following: Which Azure services you have configured or managed (e.g., App Services, Logic Apps, Azure SQL, Azure AD, Log Analytics, KQL). How you used these services to support application development, monitoring, or integration. Any challenges you encountered and how you resolved them. Eligibility Information If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position. Please visit the CalCareers/Exams web page to review the Information Technology Specialist II exam bulletin. Telework Information This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. 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. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office 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. Final Filing Date: 10/6/2025 Job Code #: JC-492352 Position #(s): 580-151-1414-909 Working Title: Lead Developer & Administrator Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.

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