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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE Sacramento

$4,935 - $8,740 monthly
Full time Admin-Clerical Customer Service Government Information Technology Installation-Maint-Repair Professional Services Telecommunications Project Managment Safety Operations

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor I, the Information Technology Associate (ITA) is responsible for providing support and assistance to multiple software development projects for the Application Testing Unit within the Software Development Group (SDG). The ITA works with various project teams and will assist with activities related to all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The ITA will analyze business needs, document business requirements, assist in designing business process changes, and perform all manner of software testing activities for the Software Development Group. This position will interact with end users at all levels, as well as information technology (IT) staff, management, and executive leadership.

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

 

Working Conditions

 

This position reports in office, Monday through Friday, 0800 - 1700 hours. Climate-controlled office setting on the second floor.

 

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
 

Position Details

Job Code #:
 
JC-526085
Position #(s):
 
388-041-1401-072
Working Title:
 
ANALYST
Classification:
 
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
$4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A
$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B
$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C
$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
 
# of Positions:
 
1
Work Location:
 
Sacramento County
Telework:
 
In Office
Job Type:
 
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California Highway Patrol
Information Technology Section (041)
601 N. 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
 
The mission of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security. The CHP offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe. We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future.
 
Department Website: https://www.chp.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified before appointment. To satisfy the minimum qualification requirement with education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for initial review. Original diplomas or official, sealed transcripts will be required before 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, course by course, to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://naces.org/ and https://aice-eval.org/.
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. Please state at the top of the SOQ: "I understand this position is 100% in office."
  1. Describe your experience supporting software applications and assisting clients or end users. Include examples of how you have managed and resolved support request, troubleshot application issues, and created user documentation, knowledge articles, or training materials to enhance the user experience and promote effective system use.

  2. Describe your experience contributing to the Software Development Life Cycle. Include examples of your involvement in requirements analysis, solution design, testing, documentation, deployment, and release activities. Also describe how you have applied Agile or DevOps methodologies, developed or executed test plans, documented requirements or defects, and collaborated with stakeholders or end users throughout the process.

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: 8/4/2026

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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:

California Highway Patrol
052/Selection Standards and Examinations
Attn: David Salazar
P.O. Box 942898
Sacramento, CA 94298-0001

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Highway Patrol
052/Selection Standards and Examinations
Classification and Hiring
601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
 
Martin RIvera

Qualifications

refer to job announcement

State

California

Immediate Fill

No
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