California State Controller's Office
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
California State Controller's Office, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
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California State Controller's Office .
The indicated pay range for this position is $9,387.00 – $12,579.00 per annum. The actual paycheck will depend on candidate skills and experience and will be discussed with the recruiter.
Job Code:
JC-497287 Position # :
051-221-1405-XXX Working Title:
Functional Business Manager Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I Number of Positions:
1 Work Location:
Sacramento County Telework:
Hybrid Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Facility:
California State Payroll System
Department Information
– The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
The California State Payroll System (CSPS) Project at the State Controller's Office plays a vital role in modernizing the state's human resources and payroll infrastructure. This project leads the implementation of an innovative Human Capital Management system that will streamline services for 300,000 state employees. The team manages the development of essential functions including personnel administration, payroll processing, benefits management, and employee self‑service capabilities. By joining CSPS, you'll be at the center of a historic transformation, contributing to solutions that will enhance government operations for decades to come.
Job Description And Duties
Under administrative direction provided by the CSPS Functional Manager (ITM II), the Functional Business Manager (ITM I) is responsible for managing the business analysis team performing a variety of complex analytical and IT support activities for the California State Payroll System IT Project, a project to improve and replace the current personnel and payroll systems. The CSPS will deliver a modern solution for Human Capital Management (HCM) including core HR functionality (position control, personnel administration, benefits administration, time management, and travel and expense management) and Payroll with employee self‑service and streamlined business processes using innovative technology solutions. The incumbent will influence the design of the future solution and organization, leading a team performing the most complex analysis of business and technical needs with project management tasks, which include personnel and payroll systems design planning and implementation activities. They must demonstrate the highest level of expertise in business systems analysis techniques and System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices, the Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC), CA-Project Management Framework (PMF), Change Control principles and practices, Information Technology Security concepts, and customer service concepts.
Duties performed:
Lead and manage a team responsible for all main business capabilities development, design, configuration, release management, testing, and implementation of the future solution.
Plan, organize and direct the work of several senior Business and Technical Leads and a variety of consultants.
Develop IT policy, program goals and objectives, ensuring the future solution implementation is in conformance with the organization’s policies and objectives.
Ensure work complies with both industry and project standards.
Provide leadership in the identification, quantification, and mitigation of project issues and risks.
Provide strategic leadership in discussions regarding process design, change impacts, and potential issues to help remove barriers and keep the project on track.
Manage the requirements management tool and portfolio of analysis tasks.
Develop the future solution policies, goals and objectives and ensure the implemented future solution meets those goals and objectives.
Work with the Project Management Office, Organizational Change Management teams, and other technical teams to ensure project artifacts (schedule, metrics and reporting) are updated timely.
Ensure project tasks are on schedule, independently leading mitigation activity to bring work activity back into compliance with baselines.
Inform executive management of project progress and any issues that arise.
Collaborate with the Contract Manager to obtain and manage contracted resources.
Monitor vendor work performance and progress in completing deliverables pursuant to the contract, reviewing and approving contract work and deliverables.
Lead and manage teams to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities and work performance.
Develop and maintain a high performing organizational culture.
Provide opportunities for experience and advancement, ensuring staff have the proper training needed to perform their critical role.
Assist in the planning of the future organization with executive management.
Identify resource needs, providing input into the development of budget requests.
Recruit, manage, and monitor the performance of the Business Analysis team and their activities.
Represent CSPS at all levels of state organizations including executives.
Present to large and small groups, leading project meetings with various functional and technical focus groups, task forces comprised of departmental, control agency and labor union representatives.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships within the SCO, contractor management staff, project staff, business partners, department and agency staff, executives, and other project stakeholders.
Special Requirements A resume is required. A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions. Take the required examination here: Information Technology Manager I examination.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 11/19/2025.
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
State Controller's Office N/A Attn: Human Resources Office - A.M. 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
State Controller's Office N/A Human Resources Office - A.M. 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications must be received in HR, postmarked or submitted online by the final filing date.
Required Application Package Documents
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.
Statement of Qualifications – The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should be no longer than two pages in length, using size 12 font. Include your first and last name in the upper right corner and respond to the prompts listed below in narrative format:
Describe your relative work experience in leading a large project team through the various phases of the System Development Lifecycle.
Resumes and cover letters cannot substitute for the SOQ. Applications submitted without the SOQ will not be considered for the position. Applications submitted without a SOQ in narrative format will automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.
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.
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.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I
role at
California State Controller's Office .
The indicated pay range for this position is $9,387.00 – $12,579.00 per annum. The actual paycheck will depend on candidate skills and experience and will be discussed with the recruiter.
Job Code:
JC-497287 Position # :
051-221-1405-XXX Working Title:
Functional Business Manager Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER I Number of Positions:
1 Work Location:
Sacramento County Telework:
Hybrid Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Facility:
California State Payroll System
Department Information
– The Office of the State Controller (SCO) is the destination employer within the State of California. As California’s chief fiscal officer, the Controller’s Office ensures accountability and transparency of California’s financial practices while promoting fairness and opportunity for all. Here, you’ll work in a collaborative and supportive environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth and development. A career with the SCO offers meaningful work that directly impacts the state’s future.
The California State Payroll System (CSPS) Project at the State Controller's Office plays a vital role in modernizing the state's human resources and payroll infrastructure. This project leads the implementation of an innovative Human Capital Management system that will streamline services for 300,000 state employees. The team manages the development of essential functions including personnel administration, payroll processing, benefits management, and employee self‑service capabilities. By joining CSPS, you'll be at the center of a historic transformation, contributing to solutions that will enhance government operations for decades to come.
Job Description And Duties
Under administrative direction provided by the CSPS Functional Manager (ITM II), the Functional Business Manager (ITM I) is responsible for managing the business analysis team performing a variety of complex analytical and IT support activities for the California State Payroll System IT Project, a project to improve and replace the current personnel and payroll systems. The CSPS will deliver a modern solution for Human Capital Management (HCM) including core HR functionality (position control, personnel administration, benefits administration, time management, and travel and expense management) and Payroll with employee self‑service and streamlined business processes using innovative technology solutions. The incumbent will influence the design of the future solution and organization, leading a team performing the most complex analysis of business and technical needs with project management tasks, which include personnel and payroll systems design planning and implementation activities. They must demonstrate the highest level of expertise in business systems analysis techniques and System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) practices, the Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC), CA-Project Management Framework (PMF), Change Control principles and practices, Information Technology Security concepts, and customer service concepts.
Duties performed:
Lead and manage a team responsible for all main business capabilities development, design, configuration, release management, testing, and implementation of the future solution.
Plan, organize and direct the work of several senior Business and Technical Leads and a variety of consultants.
Develop IT policy, program goals and objectives, ensuring the future solution implementation is in conformance with the organization’s policies and objectives.
Ensure work complies with both industry and project standards.
Provide leadership in the identification, quantification, and mitigation of project issues and risks.
Provide strategic leadership in discussions regarding process design, change impacts, and potential issues to help remove barriers and keep the project on track.
Manage the requirements management tool and portfolio of analysis tasks.
Develop the future solution policies, goals and objectives and ensure the implemented future solution meets those goals and objectives.
Work with the Project Management Office, Organizational Change Management teams, and other technical teams to ensure project artifacts (schedule, metrics and reporting) are updated timely.
Ensure project tasks are on schedule, independently leading mitigation activity to bring work activity back into compliance with baselines.
Inform executive management of project progress and any issues that arise.
Collaborate with the Contract Manager to obtain and manage contracted resources.
Monitor vendor work performance and progress in completing deliverables pursuant to the contract, reviewing and approving contract work and deliverables.
Lead and manage teams to improve knowledge, skills, and abilities and work performance.
Develop and maintain a high performing organizational culture.
Provide opportunities for experience and advancement, ensuring staff have the proper training needed to perform their critical role.
Assist in the planning of the future organization with executive management.
Identify resource needs, providing input into the development of budget requests.
Recruit, manage, and monitor the performance of the Business Analysis team and their activities.
Represent CSPS at all levels of state organizations including executives.
Present to large and small groups, leading project meetings with various functional and technical focus groups, task forces comprised of departmental, control agency and labor union representatives.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships within the SCO, contractor management staff, project staff, business partners, department and agency staff, executives, and other project stakeholders.
Special Requirements A resume is required. A Statement of Qualifications is required; please see ‘Required Application Package Documents’ for instructions. Take the required examination here: Information Technology Manager I examination.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Final Filing Date: 11/19/2025.
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
State Controller's Office N/A Attn: Human Resources Office - A.M. 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
State Controller's Office N/A Human Resources Office - A.M. 300 Capitol Mall 3rd Floor, Ste 300 Sacramento , CA 95814
Applications must be received in HR, postmarked or submitted online by the final filing date.
Required Application Package Documents
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.
Statement of Qualifications – The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should be no longer than two pages in length, using size 12 font. Include your first and last name in the upper right corner and respond to the prompts listed below in narrative format:
Describe your relative work experience in leading a large project team through the various phases of the System Development Lifecycle.
Resumes and cover letters cannot substitute for the SOQ. Applications submitted without the SOQ will not be considered for the position. Applications submitted without a SOQ in narrative format will automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.
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.
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.
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