Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Reporting to the Information Technology Manager I, the Systems Administrator will take on a variety of complex tasks to support Department of State Hospital's (DSH) technology infrastructure. This role requires advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to work within broad guidelines, addressing multiple program areas. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for the planning, design, development, implementation, and ongoing management of key technological solutions that are integral to DSH’s mission.

The role primarily focuses on Cloud and Systems Engineering, with responsibilities including architecture, security, system design, development, testing, operations, configuration, and maintenance. The systems managed by this role include server infrastructure, storage, operating systems, Active Directory, Azure, AWS, automation, databases, VMware (VRA, Log Insight), vulnerability management, Office 365, Nagios, and identity management.

The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise and have experience managing complex systems while ensuring high levels of security, performance, and reliability. This position is key to maintaining Visa’s IT infrastructure and contributing to the delivery of innovative solutions that support the company’s goals.

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You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

***NOTE: If you are interested in working out of any of the state hospitals, you will be required to complete the above pre-employment screening.***

***While US mail applications are still accepted, applying electronically through your CalCareers account is strongly encouraged.***

NOTE: If applying by mail, please do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 10) with your completed State Application (STD 678). This page is for examination use only.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview. However, upon job offer candidates must provide proof of residence in California prior to their appointment becoming effective, or the offer may be rescinded.

Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Failure to complete the STD 678 in its entirety may result in disqualification, resumes and/or Statements of Qualifications do not take the place of the STD 678. You must clearly indicate the basis of your eligibility (i.e., list, transfer, SROA/Surplus, reinstatement, etc.), classification title, position number, and job control number in the Examination/Job Title section. 

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply their coursework toward meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which his/her foreign coursework is equivalent. DSH accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the services listed on these webpages:

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Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. 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: 1/31/2025

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. 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 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:

Department of State Hospitals

Whitney Brown

Attn: Whitney Brown

1215 O Street, MS 17

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of State Hospitals

Whitney Brown

Whitney Brown

1215 O Street, MS 17

Sacramento , CA 95814

Application drop-off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.

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:

• 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 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.
• Other -

  Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on an education pattern, must provide a copy of their UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS along with their completed application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position.

  Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on experience, must state that in the bypass notes for this requirement.

• Statement of Qualifications -

  Please see the Statement of Qualifications section at the bottom of this job advertisement for more details.

  Applicants must submit the required documents in order to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ, as requested (i.e. respond to questions asked), may be disqualified.

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.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Benefits include: Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, 11 Paid State Holidays, one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday and two  (2), (16) hours, Paid Professional Development Days (PDD) per fiscal year; excellent Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans; Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; Alternate Workweek Schedules and Flextime; and, enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Whitney Brown
(916) 562-2304
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Human Rights
(916) 573-2727
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ should include your name with “Statement of Qualifications” appearing below it in the page header, and the header contents should be centered. Each question(s) must be numbered and addressed in the same order as listed below. Resumes and/or Cover Letters cannot replace the SOQ. Applicants that do not submit the required SOQ may be disqualified.

Requirements for Statement of Qualifications:

• Paper Size to be 8 ½” x 11”
• Left, Right, Top, and Bottom Margins to be 1”
• Font type to be Arial, Font size to be 12
• Do not exceed two pages in length

Please respond to the following questions:

1. Describe your experience in managing and designing complex infrastructure systems. Specifically, how have you served as a subject matter expert in Cloud and Server technologies? Include examples of how you have led initiatives in architecture, security, system design, and automation. Provide details on the tools and scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, PowerShell, Chef, Puppet) you’ve used to improve system management, and how you collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement strategic solutions.
2. Explain your experience with managing and maintaining Azure and Office 365 environments, including tasks such as planning, testing, configuring, and monitoring these platforms. Discuss any policies or standards you have created around identity management and security. Share an example of how you worked with cross-functional teams to implement best practices for Azure, Office 365, or related technologies to improve operational efficiency and security.
3. Provide examples of your experience with systems maintenance and operations, specifically with Active Directory, VMware, disaster recovery, and backup administration. Additionally, describe your experience with IT project management—particularly in assessing project requirements, recommending IT solutions, and managing the successful completion of infrastructure projects within budget and timelines. Include an example of how you have led a project from conception through implementation.

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