The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state organizations that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding for California’s public schools and colleges. We are passionate about creating a better tomorrow - one child at a time. The mix of talented people within our workplace reflects the rich diversity inherent within the State of California. We celebrate the contributions of each individual and strive to create a work environment that is inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming. We believe in California For All.
In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery generated sales of more than $9.2 billion with approximately $2.2 billion earned for California public schools. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state, from independent neighborhood shops to convenience stores, liquor stores to supermarkets, and more. Retail product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers® games and several draw games, including jackpot games such as Powerball®, Mega Millions®, and SuperLotto Plus® and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot®.
Department Website: http://www.calottery.com
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 two (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.
Question 1: Describe your experience administering and maintaining IT Asset Management (ITAM) and Configuration Management Database (CMDB) functions across the full asset lifecycle. In your response, include specific examples demonstrating your:
- Experience ensuring data accuracy, managing integrations, and performing audits within a CMDB.
- Application of asset management standards, policies, and regulations.
- Development or implementation of ITAM or compliance policies, including work performed in response to audit findings or operational requirements.
- Ability to create and interpret data-driven asset reports, including methods used to identify risks, dependencies, or system impacts.
- Experience performing risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies for misconfigurations or asset-related vulnerabilities.
Question 2: Describe your experience acting in a lead or project leadership capacity within IT operations or asset management environments. In your response, include examples demonstrating your:
- Experience coordinating with executives, managers, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional IT teams.
- Ability to lead development of documentation, operational coordination, or technology initiatives.
- Experience designing or contributing to program governance practices.
- Ability to support integration efforts across units, branches, or divisions.
- Communication, collaboration, and decision-support skills as they relate to the role of a Lead IT Asset Specialist.
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.
