Chief Strategy Officer / Assistant Deputy Director (Information Technology Manager II)

Job Description and Duties Under administrative direction of the California State Lottery’s (Lottery) Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Deputy Director of the Information Technology Services Division (ITSD), the Chief Strategy Officer and Assistant Deputy Director is responsible for managing the Enterprise Transformation, Innovation, & Support (ETIS) Branch. ETIS is comprised of the following units: Gaming Application Support & Quality Management, Enterprise Architecture Office, Gaming Vendor Management, and IT Administrative Services. The Chief Strategy Officer is responsible for implementation and support of the Lottery’s IT Strategic Plan, budget development and management, vendor performance management, IT procurement and contracting, strategic planning, policy development, gaming system management, and IT administrative functions. The incumbent serves as a technology expert and acts as a representative of the Lottery for internal and external contacts related to the areas of strategic support. The duties for this position include components from all six domains: Business Technology Management, Information Security Engineering, Client Services, IT Project Management, Software Engineering, and System Engineering. This position requires a current Information Technology Manager II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility. This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California. When choosing a state organization to work for, there are a lot of options. Why choose the California State Lottery? People are drawn to the Lottery because we:• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace • Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation• Recognize individual and team contributions• Support the importance of work-life balance• Invest in the professional development of our team members• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements." It is highly recommended that you apply online using your CalCareers account. It is not necessary to return the contact letter if you applied electronically. Please ensure to monitor your email and/or CalCareers account for communication associated with your application submission. Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for hours for Personal Leave hours each month. For more details, please click here to visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The California State Lottery Act provides that no person may be hired as an employee of the Commission if that person has been convicted of a felony or any gambling related offense. • The position requires a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. • If you are basing your eligibility on education, (http://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/pages/job-descriptions.aspx), provide your transcripts and/or diploma. Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent. Transcripts and evaluations may be unofficial; official transcripts will be required upon appointment. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. 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: • Strong leadership skills including the ability to engage, inspire, empower, develop, and mentor staff. • Strong knowledge of time management techniques to provide for efficient prioritization and completion of competing work assignments for self and subordinate staff. • Strong knowledge of supervisory and management principles, practices, and techniques to oversee the work activities of subordinate staff to ensure operation functions effectively. • Excellent written and verbal skills including strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to adjust to changing priorities and quickly respond to urgent matters. Includes the ability to conduct presentations before audiences of all levels and size.. • Experience in IT procurements and acquisitions, IT budget management, and general IT administrative services. • Experience in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards, and processes. • Knowledge of and experience in project management, portfolio management, and architecture/technology governance processes. • Experience performing or overseeing contract and vendor management functions. • Knowledge of and experience delivering enterprise architecture services, including the development and execution of strategic plans, innovative solutions, and roadmaps. • Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills demonstrating the ability to transform complex technology challenges into clear actions. Demonstrates expertise in leveraging data-driven insights to align IT initiatives with business goals and sustainable innovation. Statement of Qualifications A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a narrative discussion of how your education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities meet the minimum qualifications for this position. The SOQ serves as a document of the candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing and should be typed, no more than (2) pages in length, and in 10-point font or above. Resumes and Cover Letters do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ should specifically address each of the questions in the order they are presented. Applicants who fail to submit the SOQ or who do not follow the instructions of the SOQ will not be considered. 1. Describe the depth and breadth of your experience managing large, complex Information Technology programs comprised of multidisciplinary teams. Include examples and specifics which substantiate your experience executing at an enterprise level and across multiple domains. 2. Please describe how you would develop and maintain high-performing teams. How would you attract top talent? And, how would you foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development for your management team and staff within your branch? 3. Please describe your experience or familiarity with vendor management, contract management, budgeting, and cost benefit analyses related to technology investments and planning.