Job Posting: Enterprise Architect

Department of Managed Health Care

JC-537304
-
Enterprise Architect
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

$9,507.00 - $12,740.00 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: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

This job posting will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed every Friday.

To be considered for this position:
• You must submit a completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) using the 

DMHC SOQ Template
• You must complete the STD-678 Online (or Mail In) Application in its entirety.
• You must complete the IT Specialist III online examination
 • You must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
 • This position currently requires in-office work 4 days a week and provides an opportunity for hybrid telework one day a week. Currently, the amount of in-office work is at the discretion of the DMHC and is subject to operational needs.

OVERVIEW
The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) enables the DMHC to deliver essential services to the State of California through the use of information technology (IT). The systems OTI supports have become a valuable tool in the execution of DMHC’s business functions. OTI develops, maintains and supports multiple IT systems that include a vast variety of office automation tools, custom applications, public and internal web sites, low-code business intelligence tools, low-code application development tools, data analytics and the underlying IT infrastructure.

JOB SUMMARY
Under administrative direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Information Technology Specialist Ill (ITS III) serves as the mastery-level department Enterprise Architecture (EA) lead responsible for the evaluation and selection of technology standards and governance processes to ensure information technology (IT) alignment to DMHC business and operating structure. The ITS III establishes and leads the DMHC Enterprise Architecture Committee (EAC) that is comprised of subject matter experts (SME’s) from Application, Data, and Infrastructure disciplines. The ITS III is primarily responsible for leveraging Organizational Change Management (OCM) to mature, define and socialize the value of Enterprise Architecture, and garner acceptance of the greater Enterprise Architecture Program. The ITS III shall also participate in California Health and Human Services (CalHHS) initiatives and governance including but not limited to Agency Enterprise Architecture and Governance. The ITS III is responsible for modernizing the design of shared services for the most critical and complex projects and initiatives, as well as serving as a key advisor to architecture practices and methodologies; is responsible for providing technical and architectural consultation by advising the CIO in the development, maintenance and organization of the department’s IT architecture framework and associated policies, standards, and governance methods. Implementation of this framework methodology requires unique mastery-level skills that demands the ability to lead and advise architecture teams to effectively develop technology solutions that strategically align to DMHC business vision and Strategic Plan.

JOIN US ON OUR MISSION!
Your work supports the mission of the DMHC to ensure health plan members have access to equitable, high-quality, timely, and affordable health care within a stable health care delivery system.

ELIGIBILITY CONSIDERATIONS
Applicants must successfully complete an online examination and be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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

Working Conditions

The DMHC has locations in Downtown Sacramento and Rancho Cordova. Both locations are located close to light-rail with various amenities. The incumbent will work in a climate-controlled cubicle and/or office environment with artificial lighting.


This position currently requires in-office work 4 days a week and provides an opportunity for hybrid telework one day a week. Currently, the amount of in-office work is at the discretion of the DMHC and is subject to operational needs.

 

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-537304
Position #(s):
409-501-1415-002
Working Title:
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:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The mission of the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) is to is to ensure health plan members have access to equitable, high-quality, timely, and affordable health care within a stable health care delivery system. The DMHC accomplishes its mission by ensuring the health care system works for consumers. The Department protects the health care rights of Californians by regulating health care service plans, assisting consumers through a consumer Help Center, educating consumers on their rights and responsibilities and preserving the financial stability of the managed health care system.


DMHC values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. DMHC believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join DMHC and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

DMHC values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. DMHC believes the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission. Join DMHC and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

If you are interested in learning about the Department of Managed Health Care (DMHC) culture from the perspective of someone like yourself, contact our Someone Like Me program (please check your Spam or Junk folders for our email replies). Within five business days of your request to participate in the Someone Like Me program, you will be matched with a DMHC employee with a similar background to discuss the DMHC’s culture. This program is not part of, or in any way affiliated with the application or hiring process. Prospective employees must complete the application process on Cal Careers (e.g., submit your application within the specified timeframes on the job posting) to be considered for hire at the DMHC. None of the information you provide through the Someone Like Me program will be relayed to the Hiring Unit.

For more information on how to apply, visit the DMHC’s Office of Technology & Innovation Career Center!

Department Website: http://www.dmhc.ca.gov

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

All applicants not currently employed by the DMHC will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of fingerprinting and an inquiry to the California Department of Justice to disclose criminal records.

Any documents you submit for a job vacancy such as your state application, resume, cover letter, educational transcripts, etc. SHOULD NOT include ANY confidential information. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthday, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your high school transcripts or college/university transcript(s).

Unofficial transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts may be required prior to appointment.

Application Instructions

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: Until Filled

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.

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 Managed Health Care
DMHC Exams
Attn: Human Resources Office
1 FTB Court
Sacramento, CA 95827

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Managed Health Care
DMHC Recruitment (Drop Off)
Human Resources Office
1 FTB
Sacramento, CA 95827
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 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
  • Statement of Qualifications -

    The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a MANDATORY requirement to apply for this position. The SOQ will answer specific questions and provide insight to the hiring manager regarding the candidate’s education, training, experience, and skills to meet the minimum and desirable qualifications for the position.

    Please see section labeled Statement of Qualifications Instructions for further direction.

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:
• Master's or bachelor's degree in business, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, system analysis or a related field of study, or equivalent
experience.
• Six or more years of business experience in strategic and operations planning and/or business analysis.
• Six or more years of experience in at least three disciplines, such as business, information, solution or technical architecture, application development, middleware,
information analysis, database management or operations in a multi-tier environment.
• Experience in business models, operating models, financial models, cost-benefit analysis, budgeting, and risk management.
• Experience in utilizing the different types of agile principles, methodologies, and frameworks, especially those designed to be scaled at the enterprise level.
• Experience in utilizing existing, new, and emerging technologies, and processing environments.
• Experience in utilizing political climate of the enterprise and how to navigate obstacles and politics.
• Experience in balancing the long-term ("big picture") and short-term implications of individual decisions and organization goals.
• Experience in translating business needs into Enterprise Architecture (EA) requirements.
• Experience in estimating the financial impact of EA alternatives.
• Experience in applying multiple solutions to business problems.
• Experience in rapidly comprehending the functions and capabilities of new technologies.
• Experience with balancing time between foundational EA (Mode 1: renovating the core of the IT estate, ensuring efficiency and predictability) and vanguard EA efforts
(Mode 2: concerned with business and operating model design, technology innovation, speed, agillty and flexibility to achieve a unified and flexible EA that meets the
organization's needs).
• Current certifications, background, knowledge and/or experience related to implementing widely recognized EA Frameworks or Hybrid EA Frameworks such as Zachman,
FEAF (Federal Enterprise Architecture Framework), DoDAF (Department of Defense Architecture Framework) and/or TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Leave Program (PLP) 2025 agreement: 

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the temporary Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receive a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The temporary salary reduction percentage and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are based on the position’s associated bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not include the temporary salary reduction. 

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.dmhc.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
DMHC Recruitment
(916) 332-8437
recruitment@dmhc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Nishan Sandhar
(916) 414-0197
Nishan.Sandhar@dmhc.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:
EEO Office
(916) 738-3394
EEO@dmhc.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.

Additional Application Instructions

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current occupational experience in the duties performed section.

Do NOT include your social security number on any submitted documents. If submitting your application via postal mail or in person, please notate RPA:26-099 and Job Control: JC-537304 on your application.

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 for the Information Technology Specialist III is located at the top of this Job Announcement Posting under Minimum Requirements.

Foreign Degrees or Transcripts – Applicants with foreign degrees or transcripts who wish to apply that 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. DMHC accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are mailing your application, it must be postmarked by the final filing date. Hand delivered applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Applications slipped under the door at the Human Resources Office will be time stamped the following business day.

Statement of Qualifications Instructions

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is used to evaluate applicants for potential interview and is critical to the hiring process.

The SOQ consists of questions that must specifically be addressed and submitted with an application using the provided SOQ Template. Failure to submit a completed SOQ Template disqualifies an applicant from hiring consideration.

Download the DMHC SOQ Template
 

The SOQ must address the following:
1. Describe your experience leading the creation and/or maturity of an Enterprise Architecture (EA) program.

2. Describe your experience formulating an organization EA Strategy and guiding its execution.

3. Describe your experience working with the following core elements of enterprise architecture:

A. Architecture Framework: Ensuring alignment of IT infrastructure, applications, and data to business goals and organizational strategy.
B. Method/framework to implement an EA strategy.
C. EA Documentation Artifact development and management, and accessibility to support strategy, planning and workflow.
D. Development of operating standards and procedures, and architectural governance process and/or processes to promote transparency and adhere to EA principles.

4. Describe your experience working with technical teams to design solution architecture concepts and logical
models in an enterprise environment involving technologies such as Microsoft/Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), OutSystems, Microsoft Dynamics 365, open-source, web applications, and/or other cloud and on-premises platforms.

5. What role does an Enterprise Architect's personality and ability to communicate play in the success of an Enterprise Architecture Program?

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Print Job