TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF
CAREER EXECUTIVE ASSIGNMENT
EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT

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DEPARTMENT: TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF RELEASE DATE: Monday, April 13, 2015
POSITION TITLE: Chief, Infrastructure Division - Information Technology, Sacramento FINAL FILING DATE: Monday, May 4, 2015
CEA LEVEL: CEA B EXTENDED FINAL FILING DATE:
SALARY RANGE: $ 8,766.00 - $10,442.00 / Month BULLETIN ID: 04132015_2

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the incumbent develops and implements departmental policy related to the Department’s current and future infrastructure operations statewide including establishing policy standards related to hardware, software and telecommunications. The incumbent will manage a highly technical function that has a direct effect on the Department’s ability to deliver its program and services. Caltrans IT is continually striving to collaboratively meet customer service expectations. Therefore, this position is expected to continually enhance the customer's experience by implementing, utilizing and monitoring proven customer service practices.

Responsibilities include:

• Serves as key advisor to the Directorate for policy decisions affecting the Department’s computing infrastructure including: desktop hardware & software standards; communications networks; internet standards; equipment acquisition, installation and maintenance and statewide technology Infrastructure facilities.

• Develops strategic planning policy for information systems infrastructure statewide. Works with headquarters programs, districts and external agencies to provide functional guidance to Department staff working on infrastructure projects and programs.

• Develops and implements program action plans and budgets to support the Department’s strategic goals and objectives.

• Represents the Department with the Office of the CIO/Office of Technology Services; Legislative Analyst Office and the Department of General Services on department infrastructure and telecommunications matters.

• Establishes and maintains Department policies related to computing infrastructure required to meet current and future Department business needs. Additionally, develops policies, standards and best use business practices for networking, operations, systems, office automation and computer facilities. Organizes the work and staff of the infrastructure program. Establishes management control systems and performance targets.

• Develops goals and objectives, performance measures, cost allocation, charge-back practices and customer service agreements and standards related to the acquisition and operation of the department’s computing infrastructure.

• Advises and/or acts for the CIO on infrastructure matters and responds to inquiries from legislators, public agencies and the private sector.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications:

Either I
Must be a current State civil service employee with permanent civil service status, as defined in Government Code Section 18546.

Or II
Must be a current or former employee of the Legislature, who resigned or was released from service within the last 12 months, and with two or more consecutive years of service as defined in Government Code Section 18990.

Or III
Must be a current or former nonelected exempt employee of the Executive Branch of government who resigned or was released from service within the last 12 months, and with two or more consecutive years of service (excluding those positions for which the salaries are set by statute) as defined by Government Code Section 18992.

Or IV
Must be a person retired from the United States military, honorably discharged from active military duty with a service-connected disability, or honorably discharged from active duty as defined in Government Code Section 18991.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to perform high administrative and policy – influencing functions effectively. Such overall ability requires possession of most of the following more specific knowledge and abilities:
(1) Knowledge of the organization and functions of California State Government including the organization and practices of the Legislature and the Executive Branch; principles, practices, and trends of public administration, organization, and management; techniques of organizing and motivating groups; program development and evaluation; methods of administrative problem solving; principles and practices of policy formulation and development; and personnel management techniques; the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program objectives; and a manager’s role in the Equal Employment Opportunity Program.

(2) Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of multidisciplinary professional and administrative staff; analyze administrative policies, organization, procedures and practices; integrate the activities of a diverse program to attain common goals; gain the confidence and support of top level administrators and advise them on a wide range of administrative matters; develop cooperative working relationships with representatives of all levels of government, the public, and the Legislature and Executive branches; analyze complex problems and recommend effective courses of action; and prepare and review reports; and effectively contribute to the department’s or agency’s Equal Employment Opportunity objectives.
These knowledge and abilities are expected to be obtained from the following kinds of experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation and/or evaluation of program policies (experience may have been paid or volunteer; in State service, other government settings, or in a private organization):

CEA Level A Responsible for broad administrative and program activities, including the execution and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level B Responsible for extensive managerial and program administration or broad program manager experience with substantial participation in the formulation, operation, and/or evaluation of program policies.

CEA Level C Responsible for extensive highly professional influence and contributes to program, policy, and the methods to provide professional services needed to set policies, to meet the mission of the State department and often exercising technical and or professional skills that are required at this level.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S)
• Strong leadership and management team experience demonstrating an ability to create a clear vision, set goals and expectations, encourage leadership and initiative at all levels; use sound judgment in managing complex problems. • Ability to develop and maintain the highest levels of service and technical support to our customers. • Experience that demonstrates the ability to effectively plan, organize, and balance multiple and conflicting priorities to achieve the highest-level outcomes for the organization, resolve operational issues, and develop timely and economical solutions. • Extensive knowledge of information technology and trends as it applies to serving the Department’s IT needs. • A broad and comprehensive knowledge of the Department’s programs and experience that demonstrates the ability to manage a complex statewide program. • Knowledge of the development of and knowledge in operating transportation facilities. • Familiarity with federal and state information technology project acquisition and implementation requirements and guidelines. • Demonstrated ability to supervise a multi-disciplinary professional staff; participate in public forums; represent the Department in advanced infrastructure matters; and serve in a consulting and coordinating capacity with other departmental functional areas statewide. • Demonstrate ability to effectively apply logic and creativity in decision making processes and successful application of motivational and negotiating skills. • Demonstrated ability to provide new perspectives and/or develop and implement new initiatives. • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION
A minimum rating of 70% must be attained to obtain list eligibility. Hiring interviews may be conducted with the most qualified candidates. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results. The result of this examination will be used only to fill the position of Chief, Infrastructure Division - Information Technology, Sacramento, with the TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

The Results of this examination will be used only to fill this position and may be used to fill subsequent vacancies for this position for a period of up to twelve months.

A minimum rating of 70% must be attained to obtain list eligibility. Hiring interviews may be conducted with the most qualified candidates. All candidates will receive written notification of their examination results. The result of this examination will be used only to fill the position of CEA B, Chief, Division of Infrastructure, with the Department of Transportation. Applications will be retained for twelve months.

The examination will consist of a review of each candidate’s application and Statement of Qualifications. The minimum and desirable qualifications listed on the bulletin will be used as the evaluation criteria to screen applications. Therefore, it is critical that each applicant include specific information on how his/her background and knowledge and abilities meet the minimum and desirable qualifications. Only the most qualified candidates may be scheduled for an interview.

FILING INSTRUCTIONS
All interested applicants must submit:

• A completed standard original State application (Form 678) with civil service titles and dates of experience. • The Statement of Qualifications is a narrative discussion of how the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills meet the minimum and desirable qualifications and qualify them for the position. The statement should be no more than two (2) pages in length. • Resumes are optional and DO NOT take the place of the Statement of Qualifications.

APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE ELIMINATED FROM THE EXAMINATION.

The State application and Statement of Qualifications are to be submitted to:

Department of Transportation Division of Human Resources, Attn: Leslie Mazzeo (15CEA08) P.O. Box 168037 Sacramento, CA 95816-8037 Or Department of Transportation Division of Human Resources, MS #90 1727 – 30th Street Sacramento, CA 95816-8037

Or via email: CEA.MSPexams@dot.ca.gov

Application and Statement of Qualifications must be received or postmarked by 5:00 p.m. on May 4, 2015. Interagency mail received after this date will not be accepted.

Application packets may be emailed to the above address to ensure delivery prior to the final filing date.

Questions regarding this examination should be directed to: Leslie Mazzeo at (916) 227-4176.

GENERAL INFORMATION

If you meet the requirements stated in this bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described on this bulletin will be compared with the performance of others who take this test, and all candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

The Department of Transportation reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

SPECIAL TESTING

If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, mark the appropriate box in Part 2 of the State application (Form 678). You will be contacted to make specific arrangements.

Interested applicants must submit:

Applications must be submitted by the final filing date to:
TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF, Division of Human Resources (15CEA08)
1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816
Leslie Mazzeo | 916-227-4176 | CEA.MSPexams@dot.ca.gov

SPECIAL TESTING
If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, mark the appropriate box in Part 2 of the "Examination Application." You will be contacted to make specific arrangements.

GENERAL INFORMATION
If you meet the requirements stated in this bulletin, you may take this examination, which is competitive. Possession of the entrance requirements does not assure a place on the eligible list. Your performance in the examination described on this bulletin will be compared with the performance of others who take this test, and all candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores.

The TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF reserves the right to revise the examination plan to better meet the needs of the service if the circumstances under which this examination was planned change. Such revision will be in accordance with civil service law and rules and all competitors will be notified.

General Qualifications: Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

California Relay (Telephone) Service for the Deaf or Hearing Impaired: From TDD phones: (800) 735-2929, from voice phones: (800) 735-2922

Class specs:  CEA and Exempt Appointees