Systems Analyst

Job Description And Duties

Join the Application Development Bureau and play a vital role in shaping the future of criminal justice technology! As part of our team you’ll design, implement, and maintain statewide information systems that directly support law enforcement efforts. We value innovation and collaboration, offering you the chance to work on impactful projects that enhance public safety. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your skills can truly make a difference!

Under the general direction of the Criminal Records Applications Unit (CRAU) Information Technology Supervisor II (IT Sup) II, the Information Technology Specialist (ITS) I is a member of the mission critical Systems Analysis team that maintains and monitors the cohesiveness between the technology and program clients. Accordingly, the ITS I is responsible to sustain effective communications with all stakeholders and team members, possesses keen analytical skills, and demonstrates the ability to problem solve.

These attributes are essential for the successful navigation through the business analysis, systems analysis, product development, systems maintenance, and project management intersecting processes.

The unit’s system portfolio includes the Automated Criminal History System and its interfaces. The ITS I works closely with program clients, unit developers, database administrators and consultants. The ITS I performs systems analysis reviews and clarifications in regards to business and functional requirements.

In addition, the ITS I confirms technical requirements with other ITS I and ITS II’s who are responsible for software engineering and architecture. The ITS I collaborates with CRAU’s developers, administrators and consultants to facilitate the completion of as-is system architecture, database schema, programming code, testing certifications, and disaster recovery documents.

The ITS I works with the same team to document and recommend to-be technical solutions. The ITS I is the central Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) and monitors and processes requests submitted to CRAU’s intake process. The CRM systems include a unit email inbox, a JIRA application, and an IT service and change request management system. The incumbent may participate on projects as a systems analyst, technology coordinator, or project coordinator.

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

Job Code #: JC-504617

Position #: -001

Working Title: Systems Analyst

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Salary: $6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A, $7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B, $7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Telework

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Day

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information: This position is located in the California Justice Information Services Division, Application Development Bureau, Criminal Justice Information Systems Branch, CJIS Systems Section, Criminal Records Application Unit.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax with holdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Established 1/31/18, Pay Letters 18-04 and 18-05.

Range A: This range shall apply to persons who do not meet the criteria for Range B or Range

C.

Range B: This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed two years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.

Range C: This range shall apply to persons who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the classification and who have also completed four years of satisfactory additional experience performing duties equivalent to or higher than an Information Technology Specialist I.

When the requirements for the criteria are met and upon recommendation of the appointing power, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.676. Upon movement to Range C, the employee shall receive a rate under the provisions of California Code of Regulations, title 2, section 599.674 shall apply.

• Work-life balance
• 11 paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
  
  Pension retirement
• Job stability
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and more!