Job Description and Duties
This position requires the incumbent maintain consistent and regular attendance; communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in dealing with the public and/or other employees; develop and maintain knowledge and skill related to specific tasks, methodologies, materials, tools, and equipment; complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner; and adhere to departmental policies and procedures regarding attendance, leave, and conduct.
Candidates that are new to state service must take the online examination to establish eligibility. The examination can be found at the following link CalCareers.
There is also a Limited Examination & Appointment Program (LEAP) exam available for this classification. Information on the LEAP certification process is available on the Department of Rehabilitation LEAP Certification website.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
HCAI offers a hybrid telework schedule with a combination of remote and in-office work schedules for CA residents only. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises. If you are interested in maintaining a life/work balance and not dealing with a daily commute, then this position may be for you!
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
JC-528080
Assistant Branch Chief, Data Operations Section
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
$9,387.00 - $12,579.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
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Sacramento County
Hybrid
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information ensures healthcare access is provided to Californians where it is needed most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We can provide you with the tools to start, build, or transition your career while making an impact for all Californians.
At HCAI’s Office of Information Services, we shape conversations and generate impactful insights about California’s healthcare landscape from data submitted to us by hospitals, health plans, prescription drug manufacturers, and California’s health care workforce. These conversations and insights inform policymakers, researchers, community leaders, and the broader health care industry regarding topics such as health care cost transparency, the total cost of care, and health outcomes. Our mission is to expand equitable access to quality, affordable health care for all Californians. Join a dynamic team of technology enthusiasts implementing and maintaining innovative solutions to meet the Department's needs.
HCAI demonstrates a commitment to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated, and comfortable as their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture providing equitable opportunities which empowers health care access and information serving diverse CA populations.
To learn more about HCAI, visit: http://HCAI.ca.gov/
Department Website:
http://HCAI.ca.gov/
Special Requirements
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include a copy of your unofficial transcripts and/or license for verification. Official sealed transcripts will be required upon appointment. If it is determined an application does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.
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:
8/22/2026
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.
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:
Department of Health Care Access and Information
Human Resources Office
Attn:
Department of Health Care Access and Information
2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016
Sacramento,
CA
95833
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Health Care Access and Information
Human Resources Office
Department of Health Care Access and Information
2020 West El Camino Avenue, Suite 1016
Sacramento,
CA
95833
Drop off at 8th Floor Receptionist, Attention Human Resources
08:00 AM
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05:00 PM
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 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. - Resume is required and must be included.
- School Transcripts
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted to apply for this position.
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.
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:
- 5+ years of progressive IT experience in data, data platform, or data management roles
- 3+ years supervising staff
- 5+ years of hands-on leadership with the Microsoft SQL Server stack (SQL Server, SSIS/ETL, and enterprise data warehousing)
- 2+ years of hands-on leadership with a modern cloud data lake/lakehouse platform (e.g., Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Synapse, Snowflake) and familiarity with open table formats (Delta, Iceberg, or Hudi)
- 2+ years demonstrated experience leading a legacy-to-lakehouse modernization with concurrent legacy and modern workloads
- 3+ years experience building or maturing a Master Data Management (MDM) program — including domains, stewardship, tooling, and measurable data-quality improvements
- 2+ years collaborating with infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity peers on enterprise data platform deployments
- 3+ years experience translating business needs into data products/services with measurable business value delivered
- Experience with AI-ready data preparation (data quality, metadata, lineage, and feature readiness)
- 3+ years managing budgets, contracts, and vendors for a data or IT services portfolio
- Public-sector, healthcare, or regulated-industry experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills across executive, business, and technical audiences
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website:
http://HCAI.ca.gov/
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.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 326-3261
[email protected]
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.
Statement of Qualifications
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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.