Software Application Developer

Job Description and Duties Under direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II, and the Chief Technology Officer for the Department of Consumer Affairs, the Information Technology Specialist I is responsible for supporting changes to BAR’s technology environment and performing system development and maintenance. The primary responsibility of the Information Technology Specialist I falls within the Software Engineering domain. *Please refer to the "Application Instructions" and "Additional Information" for instructions on how to apply*. In all job functions, employees are responsible for creating an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. Employees are expected to provide all members of the public equitable services and treatment, collaborate with underserved communities and tribal governments, and work toward improving outcomes for all Californians. CalCareers Exams: Once you find the job you want, we need to learn more about you. We will evaluate your education, experience, abilities, and knowledge through an assessment. The assessment process can take many forms, including an interview or exam, depending on the job. Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. https://forms.office.com/g/ZDz01HNTGG You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The incumbent is a Work Week Group E employee and is expected to work an average of 40 hours per week each year and may be required to work specified hours based on the business needs of the office. The incumbent works in an office setting with artificial light and temperature control. The ability to use a personal computer and telephone is essential. The incumbent must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position at a workstation throughout the day and must occasionally position self to perform a variety of tasks including retrieval of files. Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, they must reside in the State of California once they are hired and start working. Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period as outlined on "Section 2113 - Personal Leave Program (PLP)" of the CalHR Manual. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement Department Information The Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) protects and serves California consumers while ensuring a competent and fair marketplace. DCA educates consumers and protects professionals from unfair competition by unlicensed practitioners. DCA is a unique and dynamic department consisting of 36 different boards, bureaus, a commission, and a program that license and regulate more than 3.4 million licensees in more than 280 license types including certificates, registrations, and permits. DCA has many exciting career opportunities available and is dedicated to hiring and retaining qualified employees. The Bureau of Automotive Repair’s mission is to protect and serve California consumers by ensuring a fair and competitive automotive repair marketplace and administering a model motor vehicle emissions reduction program. This position is located in Rancho Cordova, CA. http://www.bar.ca.gov/ **Free Parking** 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:
• Positive attitude and highly motivated.
• Have excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions in a competent and timely manner.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to ask effective questions, evaluate information, apply guidelines and procedures, and make accurate and timely decisions.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to handle mulitple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maximize utilization of computers to accomplish daily tasks.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS Statement of Qualifications Instructions A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted for the hiring manager's review, and is considered the first interview for this position. An SOQ summarizes your education, training, experience, and skills that qualify you for this position.

The SOQ should specifically address:

• Explain how your experience and skill set make you a good fit for this position.
• What techniques did you use to perform root-cause analysis, and how did you implement both short-term workarounds and long-term change recommendations?
• Experience in evaluating new technologies, providing recommendations, and implementing it in production.
• This position will require management of service assignments and project tasks simultaneously. Discuss how you prioritize your work and manage competing priorities and /or deadlines. Your SOQ must be at least one full page but less than two pages in length, and formatted using 12-point Arial font, single spacing, and one-inch margins. Additionally, your SOQ must contain your name and reference the position's Job Control Number in the header. If your qualifications are competitive, you will be invited to come in for an on-site interview. A resume, cover letter, or other documents do not substitute for the SOQ. Applications submitted without the required SOQ will be considered incomplete, and will not be considered for this position. Additional Information Employment information on the STD 678 MUST be completed with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. 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. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, as specified in the classification specification (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), please include a copy of your degree or unofficial transcripts with your application package. Please be aware that if you are selected for the position, you will be required to submit official sealed transcripts. DO NOT include confidential information such as social security numbers, date of birth, marital status, equal employment opportunity data, examination scores, or LEAP information. Electronic applications through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD 678), https://jobs.ca.gov/pdf/std678.pdf. Applicants who fail to submit the most current version of the STD 678 may be disqualified.
• Multiple positions may become available.

Electronic Submission:

Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted electronically through Cal Career account. The application packages must be received electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. U.S. Postal Service Mail: Application and any applicable required documents may be submitted by mail. The envelope must be postmarked before or on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement.

Hand Delivery:

Application and any applicable required documents may be hand delivered by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date as stated on the job vacancy announcement. Application packages postmarked, personally delivered, or received via interagency mail after 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date will not be accepted for any reason. Do not submit applications to the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR). Note: The drop off location may be non-operational on weekends and holidays. Please note that the Cal Career system will not allow you to resubmit your application once you withdraw it. If you have any updates to your online application after you have submitted it, please contact the Recruitment Technician at JobPostings@dca.ca.gov. For all other questions regarding your CalHR Cal Careers account, you may contact the Cal Career Unit at (866) 844-8671.