Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Information Technology Specialist I will be responsible for the administration of the Department’s server infrastructure. The individual will be part of a team that manages Windows/Linux servers, VMware, storage, and backups for the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Responsibilities include planning, installation, configuration, and operation of server infrastructure technologies. This includes virtual servers, physical servers, blade enclosures, server network design, and enterprise storage management. In addition, the Information Technology Specialist I will collaborate with other groups to support CHP custom applications as well as commercial-off-the-shelf solutions. The individual will be an integral part in maintaining system high availability for CHP operations and continued public safety. 

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Monday through Friday 0800-1700 hours. Occasional after hours and weekends when required. Occasional travel when needed. Telework may be available for this position once the probation period is successfully completed.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to appointment. To satisfy the minimum qualification requirement with education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for initial review. Original diploma or official, sealed transcripts will be required prior to the start date. Applicants with foreign transcript(s)/degree(s) must provide a third-party transcript/degree credential evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.

The  Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.  Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below.  The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

1. Share an example of a complex issue you encountered in a VMware or Windows Server environment. How did you identify and resolve the issue and what was the outcome?
2. Describe your experience with VMware virtualization technologies, including designing, deploying, and managing VMware environments. Provide examples of specific projects or implementations you have worked on.
3. Explain your experience managing and maintaining Windows Server environments. Include your knowledge of Active Directory, group policy management, and server performance optimization.

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:

Knowledge of and experience with VMware ESXi, knowledge of and experience with enterprise storage systems, knowledge of and experience with Windows Server administration, knowledge of and experience with Active Directory/Domain Controllers, has well-developed verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and the ability to solve technical problems, and can provide outstanding customer service.

Benefits

Newer gated campus located close to Downtown Sacramento; offers free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, gym, on-site Bistro, and is close to a light rail station. Close to bike/walking paths along the American River.

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

Additional Application Submission Requirements

Interested individuals shall submit a Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire and a Statement of Qualifications with their STD. 678 Employment Application. Hard copy applications must also include the classification title, job control number (JC-459843) and/or position number 388-041-1402-079 on the application.

It is required to submit work/employment experience, dates, hours worked, supervisor names and supervisor phone numbers on the application in descending order, starting with your current job. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute a state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed state application may not be considered.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, the Equal Employment Opportunity page, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Although the intent is to fill this vacancy as soon as possible, the exact duration of the selection process can vary and is unknown at this time.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Criminal Record Supplemental Questionnaire
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is REQUIRED and MUST be submitted with your application to be considered for this position.  Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered.  Résumés in lieu of the SOQ will not be considered.

  Refer to Special Requirement Section of this job posting for the SOQ questions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Remote job, Trial period, Monday to Friday,

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