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Department of State Hospitals
JC-531975
Systems Engineer - Hybrid Telework
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: 9/24/2026
Application Methods:
- Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
- By Mail
- Drop-off
- Print Job
- Save Job
Job Description and Duties
Under direction of the DSH-Patton Site Manager, Information Technology Supervisor II, within the Department of State Hospitals, the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Specialist I) is responsible for solutions support and improvement with an emphasis on enterprise solutions architecture and interdisciplinary coordination.
The primary duties of the IT Specialist I lie within Client Services, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, and Information Security Engineering domains of the IT Specialist I classification.
Working Conditions
- This position reports to Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino County and may be eligible and considered for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies, operational needs, and management approval. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.
- The State’s Commute Programs provide bicycle, mass transit and vanpool incentives to eligible state employees. The State’s mass transit incentive pays 100% of the transit pass up to the IRS maximum of $340 per month in 2026.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-531975
Position #(s): 461-134-1402-007
Working Title: Systems Engineer - Hybrid Telework
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: San Bernardino County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Department of State Hospitals - Patton
3102 East Highland Ave
Patton, CA 92369
The mission of the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings.
The Department of State Hospitals-Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital located in Patton, CA, in San Bernardino County. DSH-Patton was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area.
The DSH Technology Services Division (TSD) is a highly respected, professional, and entrepreneurial IT organization that is recognized for quality customer service, technological innovation, and leadership. Our Mission is to provide information technology solutions to support State Hospitals through collaborative, effective and efficient service delivery. Our values include delivering Innovative, Accountable, Collaborative, Secure and Customer Centric services.
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.
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:
- National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
- Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or
- https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies
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: 9/24/2026
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:
Department of State Hospitals
Carmen Shean
Attn: Carmen Shean
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
Carmen Shean
1215 O Street, MS-17
Sacramento, CA 95814
Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 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 required and must be included.
- Other - Candidates who believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your TRANSCRIPTS along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Please review information regarding foreign transcripts in the Special Requirements section.
Candidates who 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 CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Benefits include:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave
- 11 Paid State Holidays
- one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday
- 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
- enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Carmen Shean
(916) 957-1202
SacClassificationandPay@dsh.ca.gov
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
dsh.eeo@dsh.ca.gov
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 (SQQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ consists of questions that must specifically be addressed and submitted with an application. Resumes and cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applicants that do not submit the required SQQ will 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
- Single-spaced, typed
-
Do not exceed two pages in length
-
Please describe your IT experience working in a secure environment.
- Please describe your IT experience working with personnel tracking or duress systems.
- Please describe your experience managing and maintaining servers.
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.
Job Posting: Systems Engineer - Hybrid Telework
Department of State Hospitals
JC-531975
Systems Engineer - Hybrid Telework
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: 9/24/2026
Application Methods:
- Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
- By Mail
- Drop-off
- Print Job
- Save Job
Job Description and Duties
Under direction of the DSH-Patton Site Manager, Information Technology Supervisor II, within the Department of State Hospitals, the Information Technology Specialist I (IT Specialist I) is responsible for solutions support and improvement with an emphasis on enterprise solutions architecture and interdisciplinary coordination.
The primary duties of the IT Specialist I lie within Client Services, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, and Information Security Engineering domains of the IT Specialist I classification.
Working Conditions
- This position reports to Patton State Hospital in San Bernardino County and may be eligible and considered for a telework opportunity in accordance with departmental policies, operational needs, and management approval. Employees are currently required to work in-person at least four (4) days per week in alignment with Executive Order N-22-25. Additional in-office days may be required based on operational needs. The incumbent may also be required to travel throughout California as needed, with prior notice.
- The State’s Commute Programs provide bicycle, mass transit and vanpool incentives to eligible state employees. The State’s mass transit incentive pays 100% of the transit pass up to the IRS maximum of $340 per month in 2026.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-531975
Position #(s): 461-134-1402-007
Working Title: Systems Engineer - Hybrid Telework
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: San Bernardino County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Department of State Hospitals - Patton
3102 East Highland Ave
Patton, CA 92369
The mission of the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) is to provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, seeking innovation and excellence in hospital operations, across a continuum of care and settings.
The Department of State Hospitals-Patton is a forensic psychiatric hospital located in Patton, CA, in San Bernardino County. DSH-Patton was established in 1890 and opened in 1893. DSH-Patton provides treatment to forensically and civilly committed patients within a secure treatment area.
The DSH Technology Services Division (TSD) is a highly respected, professional, and entrepreneurial IT organization that is recognized for quality customer service, technological innovation, and leadership. Our Mission is to provide information technology solutions to support State Hospitals through collaborative, effective and efficient service delivery. Our values include delivering Innovative, Accountable, Collaborative, Secure and Customer Centric services.
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.
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:
- National Association of Credential Evaluation Services
- Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. or
- https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies
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: 9/24/2026
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:
Department of State Hospitals
Carmen Shean
Attn: Carmen Shean
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
Carmen Shean
1215 O Street, MS-17
Sacramento, CA 95814
Application drop off locations may be non-operational during weekends and holidays.
08:30 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 required and must be included.
- Other - Candidates who believe they meet the Minimum Qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your TRANSCRIPTS along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. Please review information regarding foreign transcripts in the Special Requirements section.
Candidates who 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 CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Benefits include:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave
- 11 Paid State Holidays
- one (1), eight (8) hours, Paid Personal Holiday
- 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
- enrollment in the CalPERS retirement system
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Carmen Shean
(916) 957-1202
SacClassificationandPay@dsh.ca.gov
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
dsh.eeo@dsh.ca.gov
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 (SQQ) is required and must be submitted along with your State application. The SOQ consists of questions that must specifically be addressed and submitted with an application. Resumes and cover letters DO NOT take the place of the SOQ. Applicants that do not submit the required SQQ will 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
- Single-spaced, typed
-
Do not exceed two pages in length
-
Please describe your IT experience working in a secure environment.
- Please describe your IT experience working with personnel tracking or duress systems.
- Please describe your experience managing and maintaining servers.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Technology Project Manager
Frame your credentials for PERM job requirements
The PERM labor certification locks in a specific job description and minimum requirements. Make sure your resume, degree, and PMP or equivalent credentials match the posted requirements exactly before your employer submits the application to DOL.
Target employers with established PERM filing histories
Prioritize technology firms and large enterprises that regularly sponsor foreign workers through PERM, not companies doing it for the first time. First-time filers face longer internal legal review cycles that can delay your priority date by months.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with your employer early
Technology Project Manager roles are routinely filed under EB-3, but if the position genuinely requires a master's degree or you hold one with significant experience, push to evaluate EB-2 classification before DOL recruitment begins.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Technology Project Manager roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active PERM and I-140 sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies already set up to run the full green card process for your role.
Understand the DOL audit risk before recruitment starts
PERM audits for project management roles can add six to twelve months to your timeline. Ask your employer's immigration counsel whether the job description, wage level, and recruitment documentation are audit-ready before DOL submission.
Lock in your priority date as early as possible
For nationals of India or China, EB-3 backlogs mean your priority date, set when DOL certifies the PERM, determines your wait for a visa number. Encourage your employer to file the PERM promptly after any offer is finalized.
Green Card Technology Project Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technology Project Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Technology Project Manager positions are filed under EB-3 as skilled professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree. EB-2 applies when the position genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent, or when you have a bachelor's degree plus at least five years of progressive, specialized experience that your employer documents as standard for the role.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is permanent and has no annual cap at the EB-3 petition stage, unlike the H-1B lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six to eighteen months, and for nationals of India or China, EB-3 visa backlogs can extend the total wait significantly beyond that.
How can I find Technology Project Manager jobs where employers are ready to sponsor a green card?
Search for roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented PERM and I-140 sponsorship history for technology roles. Many employers willing to sponsor are open to it during hiring but don't advertise it explicitly, so filtering by sponsorship history is faster than screening job postings manually.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers after PERM is certified?
If you change employers before your I-140 is approved, the PERM certification generally cannot be transferred and the process restarts. If your I-140 has been approved for 180 days or more and your new role is in the same or similar occupational classification, AC21 portability may allow you to keep your original priority date.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I have an active H-1B or other work authorization?
Yes, PERM labor certification is tied to a future permanent position, not your current immigration status. Employers can initiate the DOL recruitment and filing process while you hold any valid status, including OPT or H-1B. Your current work authorization and the PERM process run on separate, independent tracks.