INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

at  Covered California

Covered California, a leading state health exchange committed to providing affordable, high-quality healthcare, is seeking a highly skilled Information Technology Specialist III (ITS III), Service Center Solutions Architect, to lead the development and execution of strategic IT solutions! This position is vital to our mission, directly impacting the ability of millions of Californians to access the healthcare they need.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY:

As the ITS III, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our organization’s IT infrastructure, translating diverse stakeholder needs into efficient and scalable technology designs. You will lead innovative strategies, developing technology blueprints and product roadmaps that streamline our service center business processes and solutions in a hybrid work environment. This role presents a unique opportunity to incorporate your solutions into the overarching enterprise architecture strategy for Covered California. You will work closely with project managers and executive leadership, ensuring alignment of plans with the delivery and promoting the organization’s strategic objectives.
In addition to technical expertise, we are seeking a leader who can champion a knowledge-sharing environment, mentor junior team members, and foster continuous learning and innovation. You will also work closely with our information security, privacy, and risk management teams, identifying potential risks and resolving issues with service center technology initiatives.
If you’re passionate about using technology to make a difference, have a knack for problem-solving, and are ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for our Service Center Solution Architect position!
At Covered California, we recognize our employees are our most valuable asset. We have a variety of career fields that help make a difference in the lives of Californians, and we’re looking for talented and enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Learn more about why you should join the Information Technology Division.
NOTE: A Training and Development (T&D) assignment may be considered for this position. If interested in a T&D assignment, please indicate on your State Application STD. 678.
This position’s office headquarters location is designated in Sacramento County. Travel expenses associated with commuting to the employee’s office headquarters location are not reimbursable, other than authorized transit subsidies.
NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin.
NOTE: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Covered California’s current telework policy. While Covered California supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises, as determined by the Department.

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

• “To” and “from” dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles)