INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

State Of California

Sacramento, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$8,625–$11,557 Per Year
SKILLS
Ansible, Automation, California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), Child Support, Classification Technology, Cloud Computing, Conferences, Data Recovery, Detail Oriented, Documentation Review, Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multitasking, Operating Systems, PC (Personal Computer) Systems, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Red Hat Linux Operating System, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Operations, Technology Analysis, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sacramento, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Posting: Senior System Administrator

Department of Child Support Services

JC-509620 - Senior System Administrator

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 3/19/2026

Job Description and Duties

Are you an energetic, self-motivated, creative problem-solver with attention to detail? If so, we encourage you to apply!

Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the Information Technology Specialist II (ITS II) performs systems administrator work and participates with other Information Technology (IT) Specialists within the Section on projects of a very complex nature or unusually broad scope in the System Administration 2 Section, Infrastructure & Operations Branch, within Technology Services Division (TSD).

The incumbent will:

  • Manage and maintain Linux-based systems ensuring security and stability of the operating system that supports the Child Support Enforcement (CSE) application;
  • Perform technology operation analysis for troubleshooting of the operating system;
  • Oversee all aspects of one or multiple IT projects assigned to Systems Administration 2;
  • Develop and design new system architecture, standards, and methods to support Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) business requirements.

If this sounds like a positive and exciting opportunity for you, then apply and tell us why. We would love to have you join our team!

Working Conditions

Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) is a diverse, family-friendly organization. The headquarters office is in Rancho Cordova, convenient to Highway 50, with free parking, close to restaurants and shopping. The facility consists of a standard office workspace, within a 2-story building, and may require sitting for extended periods of time while using a personal computer, reviewing documents, and attending meetings.

The position requires occasional travel to off-site meeting locations, conferences, or training. The work environment is fast-paced and requires the incumbent to be flexible, use good time management practices, and effectively identify priorities to complete assignments in a timely manner.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and requires employees to work two days, each week, on-site at our headquarters office in Rancho Cordova, CA; however, changes to the hybrid/telework program are at the departments and/or Governor's discretion.

DCSS does utilize a shared workspace or "hoteling" when working in the office. All employees may be required to report in person to the Rancho Cordova headquarters and/or off-site events or locations, as determined by management.

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-509620
  • Position #(s): 817-424-1414-MUL
  • Working Title: Senior System Administrator
  • Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
  • $8,625.00 - $11,557.00
  • # of Positions: 2
  • Work Location: Sacramento County
  • Telework: Hybrid
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
  • Department Information

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact: James Boyd (916) 464-5200 ext: 5372 personnelhelp@dcss.ca.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Application Instructions

A detailed electronic application package submitted through your Cal Career account is highly recommended. Applications submitted electronically must be received by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.

Required Application Documents

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically)
  • All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification
  • Resume
  • Statement of Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidates relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

  • Extensive experience with Linux Administration
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud Administration
  • Experience with various Red Hat specific toolsets such as IPA/Identity Management (IdM), Satellite, Insights, etc.
  • Experience with IaC utilizing tools such as Terraform, etc.
  • Experience with Red Hat Ansible playbooks and Ansible Automation Platform
  • Experience with Broadcom UIM Monitoring
  • Experience with Backup and Restore Systems such as Commvault
  • Ability to work and learn independently
  • Leadership skills such as project management, mentoring, etc.

Statement of Qualifications and Instructions

The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative description of how an applicants education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the qualifications for the position. The Statement of Qualifications serves as documentation of each candidates ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

The hiring manager will review the Statement of Qualifications and is considered the first interview for this position.

Disclaimer

Applicants who fail to follow the format instructions or fail to submit a Statement of Qualifications as required will be disqualified from the selection process.

FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS

  • Must be typed
  • 1" Margins
  • Font must be Arial 12-point (not higher or lower)
  • Not to exceed two pages
  • Single-sided, Single-spaced
  • Include your first and last name at the top of the page
  • Indicate the corresponding criteria number for each response

CRITERIA

  1. Describe your experience as a Linux System Administrator in a Cloud environment that makes you qualified for this position.
  2. Describe your experience with Cloud Administration; include years of experience and tasks performed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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