<p>Job Description and Duties</p> <p>Under the general direction of the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I), the incumbent performs as a skilled information technology (IT) specialist lead for highly complex technical architecture projects of moderate to high risk and acts as a technical advisor and consultant to other staff in solving system problems and achieving best use of available computer hardware and software resources. The incumbent is responsible for IT support services of computer systems critical to meeting business requirements of the California State Legislature and legislative support organizations. Additionally, the incumbent functions as a support technician lead, troubleshooting and resolving service requests that are escalated to the Infrastructure Services Division</p> <p>Duties & Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Acts as project manager over highly complex database infrastructure and software implementations. Leads moderately complex projects, using project management tools and techniques to define tasks, to estimate the level of effort and calendar time required to complete each task, to obtain, assign and train resources to monitor progress, to review projects and deliverables to prepare and conduct presentations, and to report status as required by management. </li><li>Performs as a database consultant on highly and most complex database, computer hardware, and software installation projects for the Legislative Data Center (LDC) customers, including the Assembly, Senate, Legislative Analyst Office, the Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC), and others. </li><li>Performs database capacity planning and support to ensure optimum database availability and performance, while providing for future growth. Evaluates database software and tools, using analysis methods to produce documented alternatives and recommendations, for the purpose of obtaining, replacing or upgrading existing database and software. </li><li>Conducts research of the computer and IT industries to identify technological trends and new technologies, and utilizes this information in recommending alternative solutions for improving the LDC customer's business processes. Maintains necessary skills to stay current with technology. </li><li>Provides direct support to customers, analysis, and resolution of most complex computer system problems related to Operating Systems, web application servers, layered products, databases and network products in a multi-vendor environment. </li><li>Manages interruptions and changes in priorities without losing productivity. </li><li>Possesses strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering the most accurate data content and availability. </li><li>Available nights and weekends to address and facilitate the resolution of urgent issues. </li><li>Performs other duties as directed. </li></ul> <p>You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.</p> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>Core business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and the incumbent is expected to be available during core hours. However, the schedule may be adjusted and is contingent upon business needs. Availability after core business hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays is mandatory and essential during peak times of the year. Peak times generally fall within the legislative session, which is January through September. Therefore, the incumbent may be scheduled to work up to 7 days a week and after core business hours, which may not always be scheduled in advance.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.</p> <ul> <li>INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II </li></ul> <p>Additional Documents</p> <ul> <li>Job Application Package Checklist </li><li>Duty Statement </li></ul> <p>Position Details</p> <p>Job Code #:</p> <p>JC-477542</p> <p>Position #(s):</p> <p>430-154-1414-XXX</p> <p>Working Title:</p> <p>Database Administrator</p> <p>Classification:</p> <p>INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II</p> <p>$8,622.00 - $11,558.00 L</p> <p># of Positions:</p> <p>1</p> <p>Work Location:</p> <p>Sacramento County</p> <p>Telework:</p> <p>Hybrid</p> <p>Job Type:</p> <p>Permanent, Full Time</p> <p>Work Shift:</p> <p>8:30 AM - 5:00 PM</p> <p>Work Week:</p> <p>Monday - Friday</p> <p>Department Information</p> <p>The Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC) is a small civil service department whose mission is to provide responsive nonpartisan and confidential legal services and information technology support services to the California State Legislature and in support of the legislative process. This position is located in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The State of California provides excellent health benefits and retirement options, sick leave and vacation accrual, and paid state holidays. OLC employees are excluded from collective bargaining and, therefore, receive enhanced benefits and do not contribute fair share.</p> <p>Special Requirements</p> <p>Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your STD. 678, resume, or school transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your social security number, birthdate, student identification number, driver license number (unless required), examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. (Note confidential information on the first page of the application submitted online through your CalCareers account will be redacted automatically upon submission.)</p> <p>Employment Application (STD. 678):</p> <p>Applications must be complete and include dates and hours worked; contact names and phone numbers of supervisors; and a description of the duties performed for each position held; reference to a resume (i.e., "See Resume") in place of a description of the duties performed will not be accepted.</p> <p>School Transcripts:</p> <p>When using education to qualify, unofficial transcripts must be submitted. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. If selected for appointment, official transcripts will be required.</p> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Final Filing Date: 5/27/2025</p> <p>Who May Apply</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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).</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>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:</p> <p>Address for Mailing Application Packages</p> <p>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:</p> <p>Office of Legislative Counsel</p> <p>N/A</p> <p>Attn: Jessica Gonzalez</p> <p>925 L Street, Suite 900</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages</p> <p>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:</p> <p>Office of Legislative Counsel</p> <p>N/A</p> <p>Jessica Gonzalez</p> <p>925 L Street, Suite 900</p> <p>Sacramento, CA 95814</p> <p>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM</p> <p>Required Application Package Documents</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>Resume is required and must be included. </li><li>School Transcripts </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Desirable Qualifications</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>Five (5) or more years of experience leading and performing advanced database administrator (DBA) duties. </li><li>A minimum of one (1) or more years of experience in Oracle database administration on a UNIX (Solaris/Linux) platform in an organization providing data services, application development, or systems support. </li><li>Experiences with Oracle RAC, Oracle OEM, and Oracle Golden Gate, Data Guard. </li><li>Demonstrated experience in database administration operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and working with other teams to resolve both technical and complex problems. </li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of project management practices, tools, and techniques. </li><li>A bachelor's degree in computer science or other relevant degrees. </li><li>Ability to independently initiate and/or participate in a project team. </li><li>Experience with agency guidelines and policies. </li><li>Knowledge of the Legislative business environment and its business practices. </li><li>Knowledge of UNIX/Linux administration, Exceed, shell scripting, and web application administration. </li><li>Experience with cross-platform support. Ability to collaborate within and outside the team with a focus on continuous improvement of every relationship. </li><li>Demonstrated experience planning assignments and monitoring performance according to priorities. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions to problems and tackle issues in a self-motivated manner in line with the direction of the team and the organization. </li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of web standards and technologies, including HTML and JavaScript. </li><li>Knowledge of the OLC's mission, vision, and values. </li><li>Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <p>All OLC employees are excluded from collective bargaining, and therefore, receive enhanced benefits, such as CoBen benefit allowance, employer paid life insurance, additional vacation/annual leave, and are not subject to State Disability Insurance payroll withholding. Additional information can be found on CalHR's website under State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.</p> <p>Human Resources Contact:</p> <p>Jessica Gonzalez</p> <p>(916) 341-8330</p> <p>jessica.gonzalez@LegislativeCounsel.ca.gov</p> <p>Hiring Unit Contact:</p> <p>Binh Huynh</p> <p>(916) 341-8675</p> <p>binh.huynh@lc.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>EEO Contact:</p> <p>EEO/Human Resources</p> <p>(916) 341-8330</p> <p>OLC.HumanResources@LegislativeCounsel.ca.gov</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>