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Office of Technology & Innovations (OTI) Career Opportunities

 

Join the Office of Technology
& Innovation at the DMHC!

 

We are OTI, the Office of Technology and Innovation! We believe that through implementing innovative new technology solutions, we can improve the delivery of health care for Californians who rely on the Managed Health Care system.

 

We provide Application Development, Business Intelligence and Data Analytics, Quality Assurance, Infrastructure, Technology Support services, Project Management and Information Security services to the DMHC!

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We leverage our technical skills to support the DMHC's mission to protect consumers' health care rights and ensure a stable health care delivery system.
 

 
 

There are two paths to a career in OTI.
Please select the path that best fits your journey.

 

Follow These Steps on Your Journey!

If you are new to the State of California application process, it is important for you to understand how to navigate the process. Below are links to resources that you should review before applying.

Prerequisite:

Learn about the CalCareers Job Application Process that is explained here!

Visit the CalHR Job Seekers Website for more information and available resources.

Step 1:

Review Job Posting

Start by reviewing the entire Job Posting on the CalCareers website, but do NOT apply for the job yet! This will ensure you understand the position and application requirements.

Step 2:

Learn About Required Examinations

Before you can apply for an open position, you may be required to take an examination which consists of a series of questions that help determine if you are qualified to apply for the position.

Step 3:

Complete Required Examination

Learn about the Examination and Application Processes, then watch the video below for an example of how to complete an Examination.

Step 4:

Download and Complete the SOQ

If a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required, watch the video below to learn how to download the required template and complete it!

Step 5:

Apply on CalCareers Website

Watch this video to learn how to apply for a job with the State of California through the CalCareers job portal! Find more tutorials here on the CalCareers website

 
Questions?

Email Us at TechTalk@dmhc.ca.gov

Ready to
join the team?

ready to join the team

Please explore our available career opportunities:

Classification:
IT Associate
Salary Range:
$4,935.00 - $8,740.00 per Month
Division:
Managed Health Care, PMO Division
Location:
Downtown Sacramento Headquarters
Schedule:
Permanent Full-Time, Hybrid Telework Available (Must reside in California)
Filing Deadline:
5/28/2026
About the Job:
Under the general supervision of the Chief, Project Management Office (Information Technology Manager I), the Information Technology Business Analyst and Change Control Support will be responsible for gathering, reviewing, and documenting requirements for technical IT systems projects, including Enterprise Software Applications, Business Intelligence, and Enterprise Infrastructure.

The Information Technology Business Analyst and Change Control Support shall assess the suitability of information systems in terms of their intended outcomes and liaise with end users, software vendors and software developers and IT infrastructure team members in order to achieve these outcomes. The Information Technology Business Analyst and Change Control Support uses analysis and design techniques to solve business problems using information technology and may serve as a change agent who identifies the organizational improvements needed, design systems to implement those changes, and assist with training and motivating others to use the systems.The incumbent supports system testing, issue and action item management, and change management. Additional responsibilities include business analysis, requirements documentation, business process improvement, documentation of user guides and other artifacts that ensure OTI projects are successfully executed within best practices, and supporting the IT Change control functions which include but are not limited to supporting the change control lifecycle, tracking the priority and progress of projects and other requests to OTI, change intake, and implementation of changes in the production environment.
 
Duty Statement
Required Examination (This is a questionnaire, not a Test)
SOQ Template
Review the Job Posting and Apply Online at CalCareers
Classification:
IT Specialist II
Salary Range:
$8,625.00 - $11,557.00 per Month
Division:
Business Intelligence Division
Location:
Downtown Sacramento Headquarters
Schedule:
Permanent Full-time, Hybrid Telework Available (Must reside in California)
Filing Deadline:
Until Filled
About the Job:
Join us as our Senior Data Engineer, primarily responsible for developing, enhancing, configuring, maintaining, supporting and testing on-premise and cloud-based enterprise BI solutions, data warehouse, subject area data marts, ETL processes, data pipelines, dashboards, reports, geo-spatial analysis (mapping) solutions using ArcGIS, supporting, configuration and integration with ElasticSearch. You will deliver within a Data Management framework that will include Data Governance, Master Data Management and Meta Data Management.
 
Duty Statement
Required Examination (This is a questionnaire, not a Test)
SOQ Template
Review the Job Posting and Apply Online at CalCareers
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I required to submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)?

Yes and No! Some jobs require an SOQ, and other jobs do not. If an SOQ is required, it will be specified in the Application instructions.

What happens after I submit my application?

The hiring manager will be notified of your application, and it will be reviewed and scored.

  • After your application has been reviewed, HR will do a Minimum Qualifications check and let the hiring manager know whether you are eligible to be considered for an interview.
  • If you are selected for an interview, you will be notified by email or phone and an interview will be scheduled.
  • You will participate in the interview process (with a multi-person panel). Finalists may be asked back for a second interview, technical evaluation, or informal meeting.

Does the DMHC offer full-time telework?

The DMHC supports a hybrid telework schedule to four days per week in-office, to the extent possible from an approved alternate work location or home office, based on operational needs and space availability. On in-office work days, you will be required to report to the DMHC office specified in the job posting (Downtown Sacramento or Rancho Cordova). When working in the office, employees may be required to utilize a shared or “hotel” workspace. When working remote, you must be located in the State of California.

Are all positions governed by a union collective bargaining agreement?

No. Manager, Supervisor and IT Specialist III positions are not governed by a collective bargaining agreement.

Does CalHR provide any FAQs on state employment?

Yes, please review the CalHR Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page of their website which answers FAQs about Benefits, Civil Rights, Controlled Substances, Labor Relations, Policies, Selection, Training and Workforce Planning.

Does the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) provide any FAQs on state benefits and retirement?

Yes, please review the CalPERS Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page of their website which answers questions related to benefits and member education.

Questions?

Email Us at TechTalk@dmhc.ca.gov