INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

Job Posting: EBT Contract Manager

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

JC-534871

EBT Contract Manager

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $10,537.00 per Month

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

Final Filing Date: 10/18/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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Job Description and Duties

Why Join California Health and Human Services Agency Office of Technology and Solutions Integration (CalHHS OTSI or OTSI)?

At OTSI, your work directly improves the health and well-being of Californians. We exist to be the trusted partner to CalHHS and its 12 state departments to deliver high-impact IT and data solutions that strengthen health and human services programs statewide.

We bring leadership, expertise, and capacity together and work collaboratively with our partners to design, deliver, and support IT and data solutions that accelerate the delivery of health and human service program outcomes and service value. Our culture is grounded in accountability, respect, integrity, and collaboration, and we integrate those values in how we lead, how we work, and how we serve.

If you are interested in applying your knowledge, skills, and experience in supporting critical public services, influencing statewide health and human service outcomes, and working alongside leaders and professionals who take ownership of results – OTSI is where that happens!

About this role:

OTSI is seeking a highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented professional to serve as the EBT Contract Manager (Information Technology Specialist I)for the California Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Project. This role is central to ensuring the integrity, performance, and compliance of the statewide EBT system that supports critical public assistance programs.

The EBT Project automates card issuance and delivery, redemption, settlement, and reconciliation of California’s Food and Cash program benefits. Each month, the California EBT system provides millions of recipients with electronic access to Food and Cash benefits at POS terminals and ATMs. Under direction of the EBT Transition and Administration Manager (IT Sup II), the Information Technology Specialist I is responsible for managing all contract and change management activities related to the California EBT Project and the California EBT system.

As the EBT Contract Manager, you will oversee contract administration and change management activities that guide the maintenance, enhancement, and evolution of California’s EBT services. You will lead complex analyses, coordinate with legal, procurement, and fiscal partners, and ensure that contractor performance aligns with state and federal requirements.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with project leadership, contractors, state partners, and external stakeholders to:

• Ensure contractor compliance with service requirements and system performance, conducting complex studies and tracking contractual obligations across project phases.
• Lead contract development activities, including SOWs, procurement plans, market surveys, RFPs, evaluation criteria, and related procurement documentation.
• Manage the full lifecycle of change requests and work authorizations, assessing impacts, securing approvals, and ensuring system modifications comply with legal and contractual requirements.
• Prepare official contract correspondence such as amendments, liquidated damages notices, deliverable reviews, issue papers, and other documentation that supports project oversight.
• Coordinate with fiscal and technical teams to monitor budgets, evaluate contract-related costs, facilitate Change Control Board (CCB) activities, and resolve risks affecting project success.

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

Working Conditions

PLP:

On July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. Please reach out to the hiring unit contact listed on this job advertisement for details.

Telework:

This position is currently eligible for telework opportunities. This position is currently hyrbrid. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the OTSI and is subject to operational needs.

Reporting Location:

Business travel may be required. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The OTSI office location for this position is: 2870 Gateway Oaks Drive Sacramento, CA 95833

Travel reimbursement considerations take into account an employee’s home address and designated reporting location and are subject to applicable policies, rules, regulations, and bargaining unit contract provisions.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-534871

Position #(s):

791-743-1402-002

Working Title:

EBT Contract Manager

Classification:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

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

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Visit our website: Office of Technology and Solutions Integration | Home page

The CalHHS IT and Data Strategic Plan provides more information about us including our strategic goals and priorities.

Special Requirements

Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to the interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Sealed Official transcripts are required upon appointment. If it is determined a candidate does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position.

Simple Application Steps:

If you are interested in this position, complete the following simple steps:

• Review the education and experience minimum qualifications (MQ’s) of the Information Technology Specialist I Classification CalHR See the Minimum Requirements section above.

• Complete the Supplemental Questionnaire and the state application by clicking “Apply Now” above. See below for detailed application instructions.

• Submit your application package with all required documents, which include the Supplemental Questionnaire - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.

• Once you have applied, take the Examination

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: 10/18/2026

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:

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

N/A

Attn: Jazmine Henry

2870 Gateway Oaks, Suite 150

Sacramento, CA 95833

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

California Health and Human Services Office of Technology and Solutions Integration

N/A

Jazmine Henry

2870 Gateway Oaks, Suite 150

Sacramento, CA 95833

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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Supplemental Application -

  A Supplemental Questionnaire is required. Please see the Supplemental Questionnaire Instructions below.

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:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Teams.

• Ability to exercise excellent critical thinking skills to guide decision-making and manage challenging problems and issues before recommending solutions.

• Highly organized and analytical, with the ability to lead in a deadline oriented environment.

• Highly collaborative, with keen ability to listen to other perspectives and work as a team to identify and deliver solutions.

• Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative; have independence of action and originality; demonstrate tact and exercise sound judgment that recognizes the best interests of the State.

• Follow Federal, State, and department policies and procedures to conduct State business.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

OTSI is dedicated to creating an innovative workplace for its team members that is inclusive, diverse, and interactive! Here are a few of the ways we stay engaged with our team:

• Ongoing professional development and engagement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free Parking!

Additionally, as a team member of the State of California, you may be eligible for many benefits, such as:

• Medical, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Holidays and vacation/leave
• Defined retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Full benefits information can be found on CalHR's California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary

Contact Information

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

Human Resources Contact:
Jazmine Henry

(916) 263-4160

[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:

Nicole Antonopoulos, EEO Officer

(916) 263-0729

[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.

Supplemental Questionnaire

When responding to the supplemental questionnaire, applicants must follow these below instructions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in disqualification from this exam/hiring process.:

• Responses must be typewritten on 8 1/2" x 11" paper, no more than 2 page in length, and using font no smaller than size 11.
• Responses are to be complete, specific, clear, and concise.
• Responses to the questions should be easily identified (e.g. by numbering the response to the corresponding question, or repeating the prompt in response).

1. How does your education, training and experience meet the duties and qualifications of this position?

2. Describe your knowledge and experience with procurements and contract management.

3. Describe your knowledge and experience with IT change management.

Additional Information

Form 700: This position is responsible for the making, participating in the making, or influencing the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. As a result, this position is subject to the California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) Conflict of Interest Code. The selected candidate is required to file a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) when assuming office, annually while in office, and upon leaving office.

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.