IT Junior Application Developer

The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) is seeking an Information Technology Associate. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting enterprise websites and applications, and ensuring they operate and deliver the expected functionalities and meet the requirements for CSAC's business.

What you'll do :

• Support the technical activities of the CSAC ITSD Application Development Team.
• Adhere to coding standards and version control process followed by Application Development Team
• Ensure applications meet the security and efficiency standards.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to the analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of information technology services for CSAC.
• Interact with diverse technical and non-technical groups, spanning all organizational levels.
• Plan and prioritize work assignments to meet scheduled releases.
• Ability to understand design documents such as Data Modeling and UML diagrams.
• Excellent communication skills and team player with creative and innovative problems solving abilities.
• Strong relationship management skills, enthusiastic and self-driven, with a high degree of commitment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, including the ability to multi-task and adjust to changing priorities, work under pressure, meet deadlines, in a fast-paced and small team atmosphere.

This position will remain open "Until Filled", with cutoff dates of the 15th and 30th / 31st each month. Applications will be reviewed on the 1st and 16th of each month, after each cutoff date, until the position has been filled, beginning December 1, 2025.

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

Working Conditions

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details Job Code # :

JC-498871

Position #(s) : 270-701-1401-XXX

Working Title :

IT Junior Application Developer

Classification :

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE $4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A

$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B

$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C

$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions : Work Location :

Sacramento County

Telework : Hybrid

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Department Information The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC), is the principal state agency responsible for administering financial aid programs for students attending public and private universities, colleges, and vocational schools in California. Our mission is to promote education equity by making postsecondary education affordable for all Californians. By joining us, you become part of a passionate and driven organization dedicated to its mission where all areas across the organization are aligned with the common goal of developing technical and analytical skills and leadership abilities, through promoting teamwork and cross-functional teams.

The Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) supports CSAC in the delivery of State services and information to internal and external stakeholders through IT service management using the IT Infrastructure Library framework. CSAC operates in an Oracle-based database environment and develops and maintains a cloud-based application that is used by students, colleges, and CSAC staff (also known as the "Grant Delivery System Modernization" project or "GDSM").

Department Website : Special Requirements

Candidates are required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). The SOQ is a narrative discussion of how the candidates' education, training, experience, and / or skills qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes and / or cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ.

Instructions : The SOQ must be typed in 12-point Arial font, not to exceed two (2) pages in length, and clearly titled "Statement of Qualifications". Responses must be answered and numbered in the same order as the following questions :

1. Please provide a detailed description of your work experience or knowledge which demonstrates your ability to provide technical application support and administration that includes the following technology groupings :

2. Describe the most difficult technical problem you encountered. What was the situation and how did you handle it? Please include which technologies you use, description of the supported environment and level of complexity (low, med, high), service level expectations, and achievements.

Applications received without the SOQ will be rejected and disqualified from the hiring process.

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date : Until Filled

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. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

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

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to :

CA Student Aid Commission

Human Resources Office (USPS)

Attn : Recruitment

P.O. Box 419027

Rancho Cordova , CA 95741

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at :

CA Student Aid Commission

Human Resources Office (DO)

Recruitment

11120 International Drive, Suite 100

Rancho Cordova , CA 95670

08 : 00 AM - 05 : 00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job :

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.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate :

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Application Instructions

A completed application package must include the following :

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification must be included in your completed Application Package to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

Failure to provide the information listed above may disqualify you from consideration for this recruitment.

Resumes, Cover Letters, etc. DO NOT replace the required, completed Examination / Employment Application (STD. 678).

Personally Identifiable Information :

Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any of your documents in your application package.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CSAC

Diversity Statement : Here at the CSAC, we want all of our employees to feel respected, valued, appreciated, and equipped to thrive. CSAC encourages employees to work together to fuel the creativity and innovation process necessary to serve our customers well. This commitment fosters and inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are honored as we join in common cause to make college affordable for all California students.

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.