Information Technology Manager I (JC-508609)

To be considered for this position, you must apply at CalCareers.ca.gov. To apply you must first, create a CalCareers account. Once your account is created you can search 508609 to locate the job posting and apply.

Link: CalCareers

Note: This position will no longer be available on CalCareers after the job closes on 3/6/2026. No applications will be accepted after the job closing date.

Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify.

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position and might be expected to comply with Executive Order (EO) 22-25 after July 1, 2026.

Salary Information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Information Technology is seeking an Information Technology Manager I to join the Business Management Branch.

Apply today and join our dedicated and driven team. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 8th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

Duties: 

Under the general direction of the Division of Information Technology (DIT) Information Technology Manager II (ITM II), and consistent with good customer service practices, the incumbent is expected to be courteous and provide timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and to solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments.

The Information Technology Manager I (ITM I) has full managerial responsibility for the direction, oversight, and operation of two units: Web Services and IT Contracting, Planning, and Procurement, within the Division of Information Technology’s Business Management Branch.

Web Services unit provides strategic design, development, maintenance, support, and guidance on a wide range of web solutions including the agency’s public-facing websites, intranet sites, outreach and engagement platforms, cloud collaboration environments, web applications, digital libraries, and immersive digital experience solutions, with an emphasis on customer service and expertise regarding universal design, content strategy and information architecture, user experience and digital accessibility, systems and content development lifecycles, strategic governance, long-term planning and digital modernization.

Contracting, Planning & Procurement unit provides strategic facilitation and expertise regarding the identification, sourcing, acquisition, and implementation of necessary technology tools, platforms, and solutions in support of the agency’s strategic mission and objectives.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $9,387.00 - $12,579.00 per Month

The Water Resources Control Board is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer.