CALIFORNIA STATE GOVERNMENT SUPPORTS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO ALL REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, RELIGIOUS OR POLITICAL AFFILIATION, AGE, OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION. IT IS AN OBJECTIVE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ACHIEVE A DRUG FREE STATE 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 LAWS OF THE STATE, THE RULES GOVERNING CIVIL SERVICE, AND THE SPECIAL TRUST PLACED IN PUBLIC SERVANTS OPEN EXAMINATION For DATA PROCESSING MANAGER I This examination is being administered through the Special Examination and Appointment (SEA) Program which uses an alternative examination and selection process for filling specified positions. Interested incumbents at the Data Processing Manager I level and those eligible for lateral transfers are encouraged to apply. DIVISION POSITION : Information Systems : Data Processing Manager I (2 Positions) POSITION NUMBERS : (718-1381-007) & (718-1381-008) LOCATION : Sacramento SALARY : $5318 - $6993 FINAL FILING DATE : January 15, 2014 This position may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. RESPONSIBILITIES Under the direction of the Data Processing Manager II, the Data Processing Manager I is responsible for directing a Telecom Team, either Voice or Data, and for providing technical leadership for the design and implementation of the most complex telecommunications related issues. Bulletin Release: December 19, 2013
MAJOR DUTIES INCLUDE Manages, coordinates, and directs the activities of the Telecom Voice/Data Team which includes resource management, project management, customer relations, internal and external linkage and networking (data switching) technology connecting to the department s databases, and communication of a critical nature with other agencies. Ensures mission-critical environments such as data operations, network operations, network attached devices, production terminals, production printers, thin clients voice operations, call center and field offices connections, cellular and smartphones, Executone and managed Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), and customer transactions are functioning. Assists in the development and vision of all telecommunications (data and telephony) technology within the department. Prepares, analyzes, recommends, negotiates, and proposes cost benefit analysis for telecommunications equipment, facilities, and services based on project volumes, anticipated growth, scope, and the technical work involved for Information Technology (IT) contracts and projects. Acts as technical lead on departmental projects with a data and/or telephony component. Provides technical consultation on projects in support of the Department s mission critical data and voice network. Administration of the telecommunications policies established by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), California Department of Technology, Department of General Services (DGS) Telecommunications Division, DGS Office of Procurement, and other governmental agencies with regard to departmental projects. Coordinates telecommunications service and equipment issues with vendors, other DMV divisions, and/or appropriate State agencies. Maintains effective communication and customer relations with multiple management levels, with the division, business partners, department, and vendors. Complies with security policies and procedures established by the data owners and the Information Security Officer. Implements the technical means to preserve the integrity and security of the department s information assets, and manages the risks associated with those assets. Advises the data owners and Information Security Officer of control vulnerabilities, and recommends alternatives to enhance data security and integrity for existing and developing systems. Performs other duties as required. 2
POSITION SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS/EVALUATION CRITERIA In addition to the minimum qualifications listed, the following position specific qualifications will be evaluated. Only the most qualified candidates will be interviewed based on the screening criteria. 1. Describe your knowledge of general management principles, including your ability to analyze situations accurately and take effective action. 2. Describe your knowledge of and experience with general telephony and data network technology. 3. Describe your knowledge of and experience with VoIP and call center technologies. 4. Describe your knowledge of and experience with the administration of department and state telecommunication and project policies. 5. Describe your ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with multiple levels of management, divisions, vendors, state agencies, and business partners; and your ability to effectively communicate technical terms and concepts to a non-technical and or a diverse audience or group 6. Describe your ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers and co-workers; and your ability to create team work groups. 7. Describe your knowledge of the budget process; and your ability to prepare, analyze, recommend, and negotiate cost benefit analysis for telecommunication equipment and services for IT contracts and projects. 8. Describe your ability to lead meetings; your ability to develop presentations to a wide variety of audiences; and your ability to act as a lead on high profile departmental projects. 3
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I One year of experience in the California state service performing electronic data processing duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to Information Systems Technician Supervisor II. Four years of progressively responsible experience in EDP systems design, programming, or operations, at least two years of which shall have been in a supervisory assignment. (Experience in the California state service applied toward this requirement must include one year performing the duties of a class with a level of responsibility equivalent to Information Systems Technician Supervisor II.) Or II Education Experience: The following educational background is required of all competitors who wish to be given credit for experience under the outside experience pattern for any level: Education: Equivalent to graduation from college. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Principles, practices, and trends of public administration, including management, organization, planning, cost/benefit analysis, budgeting, and project management and evaluation; employee supervision, training, development and personnel management; current computer industry technology and practices; principles of data processing systems design, programming, operations, and controls; State level policies and procedures relating to EDP; the department s goals and policies; department s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; a manager s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and the processes available to meet Equal Employment Opportunity objectives. Ability to: Develop and evaluate alternatives, make decisions and take appropriate action; establish and maintain priorities; effectively develop and use resources; identify the need for and assure the establishment of appropriate administrative procedures; plan, coordinate and direct the activities of a data processing staff; make effective use of interdisciplinary teams; reason logically and creatively and use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve managerial problems; present ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing; consult with and advise administrators and other interested parties on a variety of subject-matter areas, translating technical data processing terms into everyday language; gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of others; and effectively contribute to the department s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives. 4
SPECIAL PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Demonstrated ability to act independently with flexibility and tact. EXAMINATION INFORMATION The SEA Program provides for position specific examining and selection of the most qualified managerial candidates. Job-selection criteria specific to each position and consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the classification will be applied. All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may compete for the vacant position. An evaluation of the Statement of Qualifications and/or interview may be used to rate candidates. A pool of candidates will be created for the specific position identified on this bulletin which will include the ranking of each candidate. Candidates will be notified in writing of their examination results. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Shelley Hom at (916) 657-6695. Questions concerning the examination process should be directed to Alice Schneider, Selection Analyst at (916) 403-8335. FILING INSTRUCTIONS Interested applicants must submit both items 1 and 2 below by the final filing date. Applicants who fail to submit both items by the final filing date will be disqualified from the examination. 1. A completed Standard State Application (STD. 678), which must include all job titles, employment dates, and experience. 2. A Statement of Qualifications: Is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the POSITION SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS/EVALUATION CRITERIA for the position. Must include specific examples addressing each of the POSITION SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS/EVALUATION CRITERIA. Please note that the examples you provide in the Statement of Qualifications may be the only tool used for determining your final score and rank on the eligible list. Is your written presentation to the examination panel. Serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Must be typed with font no smaller than Arial 10 point. Must be no more than two pages in length (one 8 ½ x 11 sheet with print on front and back is considered two pages). Resumes do not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. 5
FILING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED The Standard State Application (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications must be submitted by the final filing date: Postmarked by mail to: OR In person by 5 p.m. to: Department of Motor Vehicles Department of Motor Vehicles Attn: Alice Schneider Attn: Alice Schneider Position # s 718-1381-007 & 008 Position # s 718-1381-007 & 008 Selection and Certification Unit Selection & Certification Unit Drop Box P.O. Box 932315, MS A208 2415 1 st Avenue, 1 st Floor Lobby Sacramento, CA 94232-3150 Sacramento, CA 95818 Standard State Applications (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications submitted in person must be placed in the Selection & Certification Unit Drop Box by 5 p.m. on the final filing date. Standard State Applications (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications personally delivered or received via interoffice mail after the final filing date will not be accepted. SPECIAL TESTING If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, mark the appropriate box on the Standard State Application. You will be contacted to make specific arrangements. ELIGIBLE LIST INFORMATION To be successful in the examination, you must obtain a final score of 70.00%. A certification list will not be established as a result of this examination; therefore, candidates will not have the ability to transfer list eligibility to other departments. This examination is only for the specific position identified within this bulletin. Applications received will not be maintained for future positions. CRIMINAL RECORD CLEARANCE INFORMATION Some positions, within various divisions of the Department of Motor Vehicles, may be subject to fingerprint and criminal records check requirements. The Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation will complete this check. Candidates will be notified during the hiring process if the position is affected by the criminal records clearance procedure. Criminal record clearance is a condition of employment in positions affected by this procedure. California Relay Telephone Service for the deaf or hearing impaired: from TDD phones (800) 735-2929; from voice phones (800) 735-2922. 6