INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Job Posting: MMBN Stakeholder Engagement Project Lead

Department of Technology

JC-535823

• MMBN Stakeholder Engagement Project Lead

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: 10/26/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (IT Manager I), the Information Technology Specialist II (IT Spec II), MMBN Stakeholder Engagement Project Lead, plans, manages, and executes customer engagement and stakeholder coordination as structured IT project workstreams supporting the California Department of Technology's (CDT) Middle-Mile Broadband Network (MMBN).

Telework

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule within California based on departmental policy and operational needs. The telework policy is subject to change depending on business needs, and/or reporting to the work site may be required with minimal notification given. Pursuant to Executive Order, effective July 1, 2026, employees in this position will be required to report to the work site a minimum of four (4) days per week. The specific on-site days will be determined by the department based on operational requirements.

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

CA Residency:

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon a job offer, candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded

• Must be able to work under pressure within tight timeframes.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations within Sacramento area and the state as needed.
• May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
• May be asked to work after hours and weekends on occasions.
• Will be required to carry a State approved mobile computing device (e.g., cell phone, laptop)

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II
• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-535823

Position #(s):

695-954-1414-048

Working Title:

MMBN Stakeholder Engagement Project Lead

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.

Shall Consider:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

# of Positions:

2

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Work Week:

Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Department of Technology (CDT) is the guardian of public data, a leader in information technology (IT) services and solutions and has broad responsibility and authority over all aspects of technology in California state government, including policy formation, interagency coordination, IT project oversight, information security, technology service delivery, and advocacy.

As an industry leader, we are committed to partnering with state and local government and educational entities to deliver digital services, develop innovative and responsive solutions for business needs, and provide quality assurance for state government IT projects and services. Our success and legacy of service is reliant upon our highly talented, dedicated, and diverse workforce, for it is our individual cultural diversity, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and unique identities that spark our collaborative strength and innovative approach to serving the State of California.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed state application (STD. 678) - For exam use only.

Please do NOT include your Social Security Number on any of the submitted documents.

All interested applicants are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). You must provide direct responses to each of the numbered items listed below. Each individual response must be numbered. Text of the question is optional to include. Please include specific examples of your education, training, and/or experience. Limit your SOQ to a maximum of two (2) pages, single-spaced, twelve-point Arial font.

Stakeholder Engagement & Project Coordination

Question 1: Describe a project, program, outreach effort, or stakeholder engagement initiative where you were responsible for coordinating multiple stakeholder groups to achieve a technology, infrastructure, telecommunications, broadband, or business objective.

Technical Communications, Outreach & Public Representation

Question 2: Describe a situation where you were responsible for communicating complex technical, operational, or program information to customers, stakeholders, executive leadership, or members of the public.

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: 10/26/2026

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.

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 Technology

Human Resources

Attn: Human Resources/Nicole R. - RPA 26-048/JC-535823

Selection Services Unit

P.O. Box 1810

Rancho Cordova, CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Technology

Drop Off 2nd Floor Security

Human Resources

10860 Gold Center Drive

Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Drop Off at 2nd Floor Security - Attn: Nicole R.- RPA 26-048/JC-535823

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.
• Statement of Qualifications - Required. Please see "Special Requirements" section for further information.

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:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of broadband planning and management.
• Information technology project management methodologies
• Broadband, telecommunications, network infrastructure, internet services, or related technologies.
• Principles and resources of legislative processes and regulatory bodies.
• Federal, state, and local laws and practices governing municipal networks.
• Data management and familiarity with Customer Relations Management Systems (CRMS)
• Internet infrastructure layers including data center, internet exchange point and peering dynamics
• Marketing strategy and public outreach methods.
• Project planning, work breakdown structures, schedule development, and project communications management.
• Budget development and management.
• Applicable grant acquisition procedures and processing.
• Multi-year forecasting and financial planning.
• Effective customer service techniques
• California Project Management Framework (CA-PMF) and industry-standard project management methodologies.
• Risk identification, mitigation strategies, and quality assurance practices for project artifacts.

Ability to:

• Manage complex IT project workstreams.
• Translate complex IT and network concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop IT project plans, status reports, and communication plans.
• Plan, manage and coordinate operational, legislative and technology activities.
• Develop and implement innovative programs and projects.
• Conduct complex analytical studies and prepare written reports.
• Prepare analytical and project status reports.
• Interpret and apply policies, laws and regulations.
• Make presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports and make recommendations.
• Lead project workstreams, coordinate cross-functional resources, and ensure adherence to project schedules and communication plans.
• Apply project management techniques to stakeholder engagement, outreach planning, and public representation activities.
• Manage project scope, change control, and quality standards for customer-facing materials and engagement deliverables.
• Use project monitoring tools to track progress, identify risks, and support decision-making.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://cdt.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Erica Basinger

(916) 579-2207

erica.basinger@state.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Melissa Carlin

(916) 460-9867

melissa.carlin@state.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State Application (STD. 678) revised 10/2023. The position number and job control number must be identified in the job title line of the STD 678 (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title of the STD 678 if submitting an electronic application through CalCareers Account). The hard copy application MUST be signed. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD. 678 may be disqualified.

Note: Applications MUST include the "From dates" and "To" dates, "Hours Per Week", and "Duties Performed" fields for all job listed in the "Employment History" fields, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles). Applications that are submitted blank will be considered incomplete. Reference to a resume in place of a description of the duties will not be accepted. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Please note that the CalCareer system will not allow you to make changes to your application information once it is submitted. For all other questions regarding your CalHR CalCareer account, you may contact the CalCareer Unit at (866) 844-8671.

The Fine Print

If you have questions about the State Hiring Process visit our Career Opportunities webpage at https://cdt.ca.gov/career-opportunities/state-hiring-process.

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.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.