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Job Description And Duties

Why Join DHCS?

The Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) is the backbone of California’s health care safety net. Our success is made possible by the hard work of more than 4,800 DHCS team members and through collaboration with the federal government and other state agencies, counties, and partners for the care of low-income families, children, pregnant women, older adults, and persons with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our diverse team in the following role. If you are interested in joining our team, apply today!

About this Role:

Under administrative direction of the Information Technology Manager II (ITM II), Chief of the Enterprise Strategy and Services Branch (ESSB) within the Information Technology Strategy Services Division (ITSSD), the Information Technology Specialist III (ITS III) serves as a Senior Enterprise Architect at the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). The Senior Enterprise Architect provides expert-level guidance and is responsible for aligning business and technology strategies through comprehensive architecture planning, development, and assurance across DHCS.

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Will consider Training and Development appointment.

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

Working Conditions

Please see the Telework Information section below for telework details.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-487455

Position #(s):

802-384-1415-981

Working Title:

Senior Enterprise Architect

Classification:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

$9,507.00 - $12,740.00

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

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

DHCS’ purpose is to provide equitable access to quality health care leading to a healthy California for all.

DHCS is a dynamic organization with ambitious goals and talented, committed employees. We work hard every day to fulfill our vital responsibility to support the delivery of quality health care to Californians. DHCS is committed to addressing disparities within our organization and in our communities through efforts toward greater diversity, equity, and inclusion. This is accomplished, in part, by a commitment toward employing a diverse workforce that reflects the many communities we serve, and by promoting and enforcing equal employment opportunity.

Take a look at some of DHCS' recent projects and happenings that our Department has accomplished in the DHCS Newsroom .

Department Website:

Special Requirements

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 III . See the Minimum Requirements section above.

• Complete the statement of qualifications 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 statement of qualifications - see the "Required Application Package Documents" section below.
• Once you have applied, take the Information Technology Specialist III . Examination.

Statement Of Qualifications Requirement Section

• Clearly label each response with the corresponding question number and heading.
• Your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must:
• Be no more than three pages
• Use standard margins
• Be typed in 12-point Times New Roman font
• Save and attach your SOQ as a single PDF file using the following naming format: LastName_FirstName_SOQ_JC-123456.pdf (Example: Doe_John_SOQ_JC-123456.pdf)

Please note: It’s important to follow all instructions carefully, including formatting and file naming requirements. Submissions that do not meet these specifications may be disqualified. Please see the questions for the SOQs under the " Required Application Package Documents " section.

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: 8/20/2025

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 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 Health Care Services

Mailing

Attn: Certification Technician JC-487455

M.S. 1300

P.O. Box 997411

Sacramento , CA 95899-7411

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Health Care Services

Drop-Off

HRB Cert Tech JC-487455

1501 Capitol Avenue, Suite 71.1501

Sacramento , CA 95814

Drop-off location is open weekdays; closed on weekends and holidays

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 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.
• Statement of Qualifications - “As an Enterprise Architect, describe a specific instance where you successfully engaged both business and technology stakeholders to achieve alignment on an IT project. Explain the steps you took to bring different perspectives together, how you approached planning and strategy, how you addressed any challenges to ensure the project’s success, and what the final outcome was. How was success measured?”

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:

• Ability to lead teams, set clear priorities, and make independent, sound decisions.
• Ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively, with a strong emphasis on building and maintaining productive relationships.
• Ability to communicate with target audiences to get a shared view of what value a portfolio is bringing to the business.
• Ability to handle complex challenges and adapt to shifting priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Experience with Agile Planning, Delivery, and Ceremonies.
• Experience in tools such as Ardoq, SharePoint, Slack, Teams, Jira, and Confluence.
• Certification in BIZBOK.

Benefits

DHCS offers a competitive pay schedule and work-life balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment. Some of these benefits:

• Medical benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays: 11 paid State holidays, 1 personal paid holiday, and 2 professional development days.
• Pension where employees contribute monthly, as does the Department
• Health insurance in retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For the latest information on the benefits offered by the State of California, please explore the Health Benefits Summary provided by CalHR.

Telework Information

Currently, the DHCS standard for hybrid work is a minimum of two days per week in-person and site-based and up to three teleworking days per week in accordance with DHCS’ Telework Program and Government Code sections 14200 – 14203. This position may be eligible for telework up to five days a week, contingent on operational business needs. Telework is available to California residents, and proof of residency may be required. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change.

The selected candidate will be assigned an available DHCS office closest to their residence prior to their start date. The selected candidate will be required to report to their assigned DHCS office and other DHCS locations as needed.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated office and residence subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the reporting location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

For a list of possible DHCS office assignment locations, please reference the reporting location document attached to the duty statement on this job advertisement.

Additional Information

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

Paper applications must include a signature. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

Applicants must state their basis of eligibility (List Eligibility, Lateral Transfer, Reinstatement, T&D, or Surplus/SROA), and the Job Control (JC) number and/or position number in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying” section on the STD. 678. Surplus/SROA candidates should submit a copy of their letter with their application. Please remove any confidential information (i.e., social security number, date of birth, etc.) as well as any information regarding your LEAP eligibility and/or exam scores from your documents prior to submission.

All information on the Employment Application (STD 678) must be completed. Applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Resumes or other documents may not be substituted for the Employment Application (STD 678).

If applying electronically, please note that CalCareers no longer allows applicants to withdraw their applications. If you need assistance to withdraw your application, please contact the Recruitment Section at View email address on click.appcast.io . For all other questions regarding your CalCareer account, please contact CalHR’s CalCareers Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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