Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
Are you an enthusiastic and motivated individual looking for a diverse, challenging, and rewarding position in a highly team-oriented environment? The Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Information Technology Services (OITS) Application Development Services Section is seeking a conscientious professional with a proven record as a full stack developer.
Under direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II, the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Specialist I) will work as an expert level technical specialist in a consulting and Web applications development role. The IT Specialist I demonstrates leadership competencies, works both independently and as part of a team on the most complex system and software projects related to several of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) information technology systems of varying priorities, and mission-critical Web applications projects. The IT Specialist I will be responsible for Web application development and perform the programming needs of the CDFA Systems Development Unit. The IT Specialist I is responsible for designing, modifying, planning, installing, configuring, leading, developing, testing, implementing, and evaluating the largest and most complex enterprise-level applications and systems for the CDFA. The IT Specialist I will partner with other OITS staff to solve the most complex network, server, middleware, and database implementations and shall lead or assist in resolving problems with legacy applications and systems and will participate in communicating and documenting effective resolutions to the appropriate staff and management. The IT Specialist I will have decision making authority related to the design and implementation of Web applications and assists in directing the most critical/complex projects where it is expected that the cost of error in making decisions or giving advice would have a serious detrimental effect on the operating efficiency of CDFA, its divisions, and branches. The scope of this position encompasses primary function of the software engineering domain, with secondary emphasis in the systems engineering and information security engineering domains.
Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
The duties of this position are primarily conducted indoors in an office environment. The incumbent will have a workstation with modular furniture, an adjustable rolling chair, a computer with various software programs, a telephone with voicemail, and stationary filing drawers and bins. The position requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time and operate a personal computer utilizing a mouse and keyboard.
The incumbent must be able to give presentations, participate in meetings, and interact with other staff. They must also be able to: push buttons on a keyboard, calculator, photocopy machine, facsimile machine, and telephone; grasp papers, small objects, and manuals; access upper and lower files and cabinets; and exert up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to move or position objects.
Travel to various CDFA facilities and sites throughout the state as needed using various means of transportation systems; overnight stays, and weekend and off-shift work may be required.
Regular or recurring telework may occur as part of the incumbent’s ongoing regular schedule in accordance with CDFAs Telework Policy.
The position exists in downtown Sacramento. CDFA’s Headquarters office is located at 1220 N Street, Sacramento, California.
Close to major freeways, light rail and transit stops
Close to the California State Capitol Museum
Close to downtown shopping and restaurants
Close to the Sacramento Convention Center
Close to the Golden 1 Center
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED. Your response must be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, and not less than 12-point font. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Submissions received without the SOQ may result in disqualification from consideration.
A SOQ is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The SOQ must be completed in the exact order of the following criteria:
1) Describe your Information Technology education and experience as a software application developer on complex and legacy systems.
2) Describe your experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, distributed multi-tier applications using the .NET technology stack, or similar technology stacks.
3) Describe and provide an example of your knowledge, ability, and skills to troubleshoot complex IT technical issues.
4) Please describe your experience in working with and using software configuration control library tools, ensuring version control of developed software, and performing automated builds.
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:
Knowledge (Experience) of:
- .NET Core
- Azure Cloud Hosting
- C# or similar OOP languages
- ASP.NET MVC and Entity Framework
- Full stack development
- Architecture styles/APIs (REST, RPC)
- MS SQL Server (or similar) databases
- Modern application development principles, practices, and methodologies (Agile, SDLC, etc)
- Microsoft Office productivity tools and usage
- Systems development software tools and assistive software (e.g. Visual Studio and Azure DevOps)
- Security Scanning tools experience (SAST and DAST)
- Coding practices to alleviate security vulnerabilities.
Ability to:
- Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing;
- Communicate effectively with business and technical personnel with various levels of IT knowledge.
- Produce technical documentation for business and technical personnel with various levels of IT knowledge to help understand products and services.
- Provide technical guidance to others.
- Work collaboratively with multiple teams within IT.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
- Problem solve using both critical and creative thinking.
- Apply technical knowledge effectively and methodically.
- Apply industry-standard methodologies to perform analysis.
- Be proactive, positive, and open-minded to direction and new ideas, be flexible with shifting priorities and situations.
- Work well under pressure, work independently in completing assigned work, and meet required deadlines.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 06/2024 version.
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:
A completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your State Application to be considered. The SOQ must follow the specifics as stated in the “Special Requirements” section.
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