Overview
The incumbent works under the direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II), the IT Specialist I (ITS I) performs all aspects of project management for IT projects for small and medium size or complexity following Project Management Institute (PMI), California Department of Technology (CDT) and CDPH standards and industry best practices. The ITS I leverages project management practices and tools for various System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methods (such as waterfall and agile) through the entire project management life cycle. Some activities include: Using standard tools, techniques and best practices when managing projects; Authorizing IT projects leveraging the California Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) process; Managing IT contract acquisitions and resulting contract; Ensuring vendor management methods are followed, and working closely with other project managers on various size and complexity projects while leaning and applying new project management skills, tools, techniques and best practices.
The ITS I provides both verbal and written communication to promote clear communication, common understanding and appropriate information sharing. Collects information and develops quality reports for project teams, executives, stakeholders and state oversight agencies. Has extensive contact with colleagues at all levels within CDPH. In addition, the ITS I may have contact with Control Agencies, other States and the Federal Government. The ITS I must exercise sound judgment, effectively manage small and medium size or complexity projects and produce timely, high-quality IT products in order to align with the ePMO mission to deliver successful technology solutions that advance the missions of CDPH public health business programs.
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About California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
CDPH works to protect the public's health in the Golden State and helps shape positive health outcomes for individuals, families and communities. The Department's programs and services, implemented in collaboration with local health departments and state, federal and private partners, touch the lives of every Californian and visitor to the state 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our Shared Vision
CDPH public health professionals, researchers, scientists, doctors, nurses, and other staff members have a shared vision to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We are dedicated to public service and passionate about our work and the people and communities we serve and protect.
Diversity Statement
At 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.
