INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Position Details

The California Department of Insurance (CDI) is seeking a dynamic Senior Software Technical Specialist with experience working on Oracle APEX platform, Oracle DB 19, BI Publishing Servers, and Power BI systems as well as knowledge of SDLC methodologies and software development best practices, secure application development practices, and information security principles.

Job Description And Duties

Under the direction of the Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup II), Oracle APEX Application Development, the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Spec I) serves as the Application Development & Maintenance (ADAM) Bureau's Senior Software Technical Specialist and lead application developer. The incumbent is responsible for leading the analysis, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of complex enterprise business applications and services supporting the Department's mission-critical operations. The incumbent is expected to take the lead in database design, data analysis, and front-end development of an application suite using various platforms. The incumbent assists with the ADAM Bureau's Maintenance & Operations (M&O) process by resolving priority APEX application issues and training/mentoring team members to effectively work on Oracle APEX platforms. As a key member solving critical business problems for the Department and division, the incumbent utilizes prescribed technology standards and methodologies, adhering to the California Department of Insurance (CDI) System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) framework. The incumbent must independently research and integrate emerging technologies using state-prescribed methods and compliance standards.

Special Requirements

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 and related Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 requires employees to receive a reduction in pay in exchange for monthly hours of PLP 2025 leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay. For more information, visit the CalHR website (www.calhr.ca.gov).

Department Information

The CDI is the consumer protection agency for the nation's largest insurance marketplace and safeguards all of the state’s consumers by fairly regulating the insurance industry. With annual direct premiums of $340 billion, California is the largest insurance market in the United States and the fourth largest insurance market in the world. Nearly 1,400 dedicated employees work at CDI to oversee more than 1,400 insurance companies and license more than 425,000 agents, brokers, adjusters, and business entities.

Application Instructions

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: Department of Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Attn: Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor Sacramento , CA 95814
• Address for Drop-Off Application Packages: Department of Insurance CDI Jobs Inquiries Classification & Consultation Unit Human Resources Management Division 300 Capitol Mall, 13th Floor Sacramento , CA 95814

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 - Instructions may be found in the Statement of Qualifications Section of this job posting.