Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of an IT Supervisor II, the incumbent serves as a Senior Systems Administrator supporting Caltrans Enterprise Server Hosting Unit. The incumbent is based in the Sacramento Headquarters office and provides statewide support, leadership and expertise for Caltrans business units.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

The incumbent works collaboratively with management and staff to provide subject matter expertise to IT Staff and Program personnel in all aspects of design, architecture, and implementation of Caltrans Enterprise Virtual Infrastructure. The incumbent shall display a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of System Administration practices and collaborate with a team that is responsible for the successful operation of this Virtual Infrastructure, which consists of VMware virtualization and HPE Blade Servers. Incumbent will be responsible for administering VMware, operating system upgrades, patches, management of externally connected storage, and provides expertise in solving server-related issues that may involve said hardware, software, or firmware problems. The incumbent will have thorough knowledge of overlying technologies which includes but not limited to; Active Directory, SAN/FLASH Storage, Backup, Linux and Windows Server Operating Systems. The incumbent will assist Server and Storage Management section team members in analyzing new technologies, proposing solutions, and leading projects to implement them. Performs research on existing and emerging technologies and assesses conformance with Caltrans' current and future state architectures and the State IT strategic direction. The incumbent performs highly complex activities of the System Development Life-Cycle which includes systems analysis, design, build, test, maintenance and operations. Additionally,the incumbent provides support for all phases of end user device life-cycle management including procurement, deployment, installation, configuration, maintenance and operations, and surplus. The incumbent provides training to staff in the configuration and use of infrastructure technologies. The incumbent collaborates with peers and management to update and recommend standards, processes, procedures, and technology practices. The incumbent tracks, monitors, and audits IT assets to maintain accountability using standard asset management tools and techniques in compliance with the State Administrative Manual and other applicable policies and regulations. The incumbent also performs functions including, but are not limited to, researching, writing, reporting, and presenting.

Domains:

System Engineering

Client Services

PARF# 20-5-163 / JC-470600

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Information Technology Specialist I exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 1500 5th Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

If not working remotely, the employee will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting using a personal computer. The employee may be required to work for extended periods of time in a computer room that maintains an approximate temperature of 70 degrees.

The employee may be required to travel. When available, a State vehicle will be provided. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. If the employee utilizes their own personal vehicle, they may be reimbursed for travel expenses.

Some weekend or after-hours may be required. The employee must carry a cell phone and respond to calls after hours.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

• Resume and Statement of Qualifications is required.

All candidates MUST submit a SOQ with their application to be considered as a qualified applicant.

(Look carefully here): SOQ must be typed in Arial 12 font and no more than 2 pages in length. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as responses to the SOQ. (Do Not Miss This Step)

1. Describe how your experience and education qualifies you for this position.
2. Describe your experience in leading a team. What was the project, what were the challenges, what did you do to delegate and engage with your team, what was the outcome of the project?
3. Please share your background, knowledge, and experience working with server, virtualization, or Microsoft Active Directory.
4. Please share an example where you worked with a team to complete a challenging project or assignment. What was the situation, what was your role, what challenges did you encounter, what was the outcome?

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Desirable Qualifications

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:

• Experience managing and securing server operating systems (Windows, Unix, Linux).

• Experience with VCenter, Microsoft Active Directory, Monitoring and networking technologies and concepts.

• Experience in enterprise server hardware/software and VMware virtualization technologies.

• Knowledge and experience in application, storage, database, and cloud technologies.

• Critical thinking to tackle and troubleshoot complex technical problems.

• Effective communication and writing skills.

• Ambitious, collaborative, and willing to learn.

Desirable Certifications: Any VMWare, Microsoft and/or Linux Certification

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. 

Important Application Instructions

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-470600), PARF# 20-5-163 and title of the position (Information Technology Specialist I) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts.  Confidential information that should be  excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.  The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position.  Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Required Application Package Documents

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:

• 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 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.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions.

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