Job description

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. In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees' monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. 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. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDPHRecruitmen t You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions 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. 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-492352 Position #(s): 580-151-1414-909 Working Title: Lead Developer & Administrator Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 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 California Department of Public Health (CDPH) plays a crucial role in protecting and improving the health of all Californians. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, touch the lives of everyone who calls California home, and the millions who visit here each year. 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. • The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year. • The CDPH is not currently an E-Verify employer. Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov Special Requirements For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process, and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678) and/or Resume, including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week , and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY) . Application packages without this information will experience delayed processing times and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. A completed State application (STD. 678) and any other relevant documents (e.g., unofficial transcript, copy of degree, resume, etc.) should be submitted electronically via your CalCareers Account. Please reference Job Control # 492352 and indicate the basis of your eligibility in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) section. SROA and surplus candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth) from your documents prior to submission. 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 CalCareers Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Submitting an electronic application through your CalCareers account is strongly recommended since electronic applications will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing. Please submit only one application. If you are unable to submit your application electronically through your CalCareers account, please email apply@cdph.ca.gov for assistance and a CDPH Human Resources Division staff member will contact you to assist with the online application process or, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method as explained in the How to Apply section below. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. 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: 10/6/2025 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 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 Public Health CCAU Mailing Attn: Classification & Certification Unit P.O. Box 997378 MS 1700-1702 Sacramento , CA 95899-7378 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Public Health CCAU Drop Off Classification & Certification Unit 1615 Capitol Avenue Suite 73.430 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. • Other - Please see Supplemental Questionnaire instructions below at end of posting . Any applications received that do not provide a written response to the SQ may be rejected . 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: • 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. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the...

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