Information Technology Associate

Position: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical) and many other protected characteristics. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. All applicants 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.

California

Child Support Services pay range

This range is provided by California Child Support Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A
$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B
$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C
$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Job Details

• Job Code: JC-502731
• Position #:
  
  -004
• Working Title:
  
  Associate Test Engineer
• Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
• # of Positions: 1
• Work Location:
  
  Sacramento County
• Telework:
  Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries:
  Government Administration

Department Information

The Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) promotes parental responsibility to enhance the well‑being of children by providing child support services to establish parentage and collect child support. DCSS provides an environment where creativity and productivity are encouraged, recognized, and rewarded. DCSS welcomes, affirms, and supports employees of all backgrounds and identities, striving to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and embrace equity.

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Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II), the Information Technology Associate (ITA) performs system test activities that involve planning, developing, and implementing technological solutions essential to the mission of the organization in the Testing 1 Unit, Testing Section, Applications Development & Testing Branch, within the Technology Services Division (TSD). For additional information, see the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position requires a Background Investigation to be cleared before hiring.
• Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 1/11/2026.

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or its electronic equivalent) plus experience and education relating to the Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Qualifications.

Contact and Application Submission

Applicants may apply electronically through Cal Career. Hard‑copy applications may be mailed to:

Department of Child Support Services
Human Resources Branch
Attn:
James Boyd
PO Box 419064 - MS 631
Rancho Cordova, CA

or dropped off at:

Department of Child Support Services
Personnel Services
James Boyd
11150 International Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Hours:

08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Closed holidays and weekends.

If an applicant requires reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process, they must request them at the time of contact. For questions regarding reasonable accommodations, please refer to the EEO contact listed on this posting.

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