Information Technology Specialist Ii

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Job Code #: JC-509884

Position #: -XXX

Working Title: Enterprise GIS Administrator

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II

Salary Range: $8,625.00 - $11,905.00

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Primary Cert Contact

With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

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Under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Information Technology Specialist II is responsible for designing and administering the department’s GIS infrastructure, performing a variety of GIS and database tasks as well as creating and maintaining applications. The incumbent maintains expertise in various hardware, software, services, and programming languages including, but not limited to: ESRI software and tools, MS SQL Server, Windows Server, Python, JavaScript, and a variety of GIS, database, and web development tools.

The incumbent performs GIS programming functions as a project lead, managing ESRI Enterprise Geodatabases as well as ESRI’s suite of GIS server and desktop applications, provides advice on emerging technical developments and how these might impact critical DOC systems. Communicates effectively, in discussions, presentations, and in writing with peers, clients, customers, and management.

This position may be involved in additional duties per the Duty Statement
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• This recruitment will require all interview candidates to attend in‑person interviews at the Department of Conservation Headquarters located at 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814. No virtual interviews will be offered.
• The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E‑Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

This position is subject to budget approval and departmental Conflict of Interest Code.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 3/13/2026. Application packages must contain the State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and any required documents. Failing to submit the required information may result in elimination from the recruitment process.

Applicants must
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* * include “SEE RESUME” or “SEE ATTACHED” in their application.

To apply:

• Submit electronic applications through Cal Career at
• Or submit a hard copy application to:

Mailing Address: Department of Conservation, Primary Cert Contact, Attn:
Andrea Derich, 715 P Street, MS 1806, Sacramento, CA 95814

Drop‑Off Address: Department of Conservation, 715 P Street, MS 1806, Sacramento, CA 95814 (call prior to dropping off. 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

• State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 or electronic version.
• Resume.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations at the time of contact to schedule the interview.