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Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are foundational to our mission to advance the health and well‑being of California’s diverse people and communities. The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) powers this mission with secure, modern platforms and services.

About the role’s ecosystem: CDPH’s Office of Data Strategy (ODS) led by the Chief Data Officer (CDO) guides enterprise data strategy and governance across all programs. The Application Development and Support Branch (ADSB) under the Chief Technology Officer within ITSD delivers the technical backbone that turns strategy into action. The ADSB Chief partners closely with ODS on data modernization and builds durable program partnerships that accelerate adoption of shared architectures, standards, and practices across CDPH.

Our modernization priorities: CDPH is advancing interoperable, cloud‑native data platforms; establishing enterprise governance (standards, catalog, quality); and improving real‑time public health intelligence aligned to CalHHS Data Exchange Framework (DxF) and Future of Public Health (FoPH) priorities.

• The salary information listed on this advertisement may not reflect recent salary increases from salary adjustments or changes in the fiscal year.
• The CDPH is an E‑Verify employer.

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Under the administrative direction of the Chief Technology Officer, the Information Technology Manager (ITM) II acts as Chief of the Application Development and Support Branch (ADSB) and serves as CDPH’s Executive Technology leader for data science, enterprise analytics platforms, and health data exchange infrastructure. The ITM II is responsible for enabling real‑time data integration, supporting AI/ML‑driven public health intelligence, and embedding health equity analytics across CDPH.

This includes leading the implementation of cloud‑native architectures; utilizing generative AI solutions in partnership with the Technology Integration Services Branch; and state‑wide data interoperability initiatives aligned with the California Health and Human Services (CalHHS) Data Exchange Framework (DxF) and Future of Public Health (FoPH) priorities.

The ITM II works directly with internal ITSD staff, including but not limited to the Chief Information Officer, Information Security Office, Enterprise Portfolio Management Office, as well as CDPH centers, divisions, offices and executive staff to advise on all matters relating to CDPH data policies, procedures, and finding solutions to complex technical issues. Solutions may include, but are not limited to, drafting a department‑wide data strategic plan;

selecting enterprise‑wide technology that meets department standards; transforming legacy technology to modern enterprise standards; and adopting platforms that take advantage of new technologies. In addition, the ITM II initiates, develops, and implements CDPH IT policies, as well as oversees the maintenance and operation of ADSB.

The ITM II performs duties within the Business Technology Management domain.

Travel up to 10% to the CDPH Richmond campus and/or other facilities may be required.

In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Job Code #: JC-522334

Position #: 580‑151‑1406‑001

Working Title:

Application Development and Support Branch Chief

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER II

Salary: $11,388.00 – $13,842.00

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

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Final Filing Date: 7/13/2026