Associate Power Apps Developer

Job Description and Duties INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE– INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISION / APPLICATION & WEB DEVELOPMENT SERVICES/ SACRAMENTO HEADQUARTERS The reporting location for this position will be the Sacramento Headquarters. This position works under the direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II. The incumbent performs a variety of duties that are moderately complex in nature and limited in scope. The incumbent assists in creating, enhancing and maintaining DPR ITD technology service deliveries and contributes to low-code application solutions, built on Microsoft Power Apps and developed with the assistance of GitHub Copilot, that are scalable, supportable, secure, and stable. This includes assisting with the assessment of business needs and participating in the system development project life cycle to support successful solution implementation. The incumbent follows industry, State and Department standards when contributing to solutions that serve the public, business partners and employees of the Department of Parks and Recreation. The incumbent develops, configures, and deploys canvas apps and model-driven apps using Microsoft Power Apps, Power Fx, and Microsoft Dataverse, working closely with senior developers, database administrators, users and management. Uses GitHub Copilot to assist with writing and explaining Power Fx formulas, JavaScript and Power Apps Component Framework (PCF) code components, SQL queries, and unit tests, and to speed up documentation and refactoring. The incumbent reviews, tests, and takes responsibility for all AI-suggested output, does not enter confidential data into AI prompts, follows Department and State guidance on the responsible use of generative AI, and submits work through GitHub pull requests for code review by senior staff in accordance with established coding standards. Training and Development Assignments may be considered. This position is designated as telework eligible-office centered. State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Oscar Vasquez at (916) 698-4672 or at (Oscar.vasquez@parks.ca.gov). This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement Department Information The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

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http://www.parks.ca.gov Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a discussion of how an applicant's education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria in the duty statement and qualify the applicant for the position. Please include a 1-2 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of

Qualifications (SOQ) that answers the following 2 questions:

1. Please describe your experience developing Microsoft Power Apps projects, focusing on one project where you automated a manual process to improve client efficiency. Include the technology stack used, the main challenges faced, and your approach to delivering a successful product with the assistance of AI technologies.
2. Why do you want to work for California State Parks and not a different State Department? Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT

include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.) SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Additional Instructions If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-073-1401-029 and the Job Control # JC-538784 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered. Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, 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. Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above). In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.