Software Architect/Configuration Manager
State of California
- United States
- United States
À propos
CalVet provides our staff with a wide range of fulfilling and enriching growth opportunities in skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and beyond. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake.
This position is located in the Application and Development Services Section of the Informations Technology Branch at the Sacramento Headquarters.
This position functions as a Software Architect/Configuration Manager and is responsible for independently working as a technical specialist on more complex assignments and problems related to supporting custom and commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) applications, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) technologies.
Apply today to join our team! Visit our website at to learn more about us.
We especially encourage veterans to apply utilizing CalVet's Veterans Hiring Preference (please refer to the Special Requirements section below) and the state's
Veterans Preference program .
Please note: You will need to take and pass an examination for Information Technology Specialist II, Supervisory to establish list eligibility prior to job offer. Please visit .aspx for more information.
Veterans are encouraged to utilize the state's Veterans Preference Program.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-510483
Position #(s): 830-104-1414-002
Working Title: Software Architect/Configuration Manager
Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST II $8,625.00 - $11,557.00 A 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
Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Week: Monday - Friday
Department Information The California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) works to serve California veterans and their families. With nearly 1.6 million veterans living in the State, CalVet strives to ensure that its veterans of every era and their families get the state and federal benefits and services they have earned and deserve as a result of selfless and honorable military service. CalVet strives to serve veterans and their families with dignity and compassion and to help them achieve their highest quality of life.
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Special Requirements
Veterans may qualify for a CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference. Military service must be included in the Employment History section of the Employment Applications (STD. 678). The application package must include documentation of discharge, appropriate to the branch of service. The documentation must reflect a discharge/release under conditions other than dishonorable. If the candidate fails to include this information then the CalVet Veterans Hiring Preference shall not be granted in the recruitment
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: 3/15/2026 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 Veterans Affairs Attn: Alexis Carlos 1227 O Street, Room 404
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Alexis Carlos 1227 O Street, Room 404
Sacramento , CA 95814
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 - Interested applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications. Please see "Statement of Qualifications section" for more details. 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:
Knowledge of business analysis and project management principles and methodologies, the system development life cycle, and software testing practices Ability to document requirements effectively using non-technical terms and vocabulary that will be clearly understood by project teams and customers Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Experience resolving complex problems and issues Ability to develop and maintain excellent customer service Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Ability to adapt to change and act effectively under pressure Ability to execute sound judgment and exercise a high degree of independence and initiative in performing a variety of tasks Ability to produce technical documentation Experience utilizing Microsoft software, including SSRS, SharePoint, MS Office Suite, Visio and MS Project Experience leading and facilitating meetings with a diverse audience of both technical and non-technical participants Experience with project documentation including business analyses, project charters, software requirements, and process flows A relevant degree in Bachelor's or master's in Computer Science, Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or Mathematics Proven experience integrating, configuring, and managing COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) and SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solutions in enterprise environments Experience designing integrations between disparate systems, including internal platforms and external vendor systems, using APIs, middleware, or ETL tools Ability to maintain consistent configurations across development, test, staging, and production environments Experience ensuring software and systems comply with security and data protection standards Proficiency in monitoring application/system health and performance metrics Experience collaborating with third-party vendors to resolve technical issues, facilitate system changes, or negotiate data access Knowledge of database structure, access control, and security best practices at the schema/table level Experience producing requirements documents, systems architecture and interfaces, data model diagrams, configuration management documents etc. Knowledge of principles of public administration, organization, analytical techniques and technical report writing; methods to conduct research, analyze and evaluate information, develop studies and prepare reports. Knowledge of state and CDT rules, regulations, policies, practices, and reporting criteria. Ability to apply creative thinking in the design and development of methods of processing information with IT systems. Ability to analyze information and situations, data and complex business systems, identify problems, reason logically and creatively, draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions. Ability to learn emerging technologies that may become necessary to support the organization's business and long-term strategic plan.
Benefits The website below is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. Please review this information prior to accepting employment. .aspx
The benefits of working for Veterans Affairs include easy light rail access and a beautiful short walk to the State Capitol. Additionally, numerous restaurants and coffee shops are located in the downtown area centralized around CalVet.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Alexis Carlos (916) 657-1236 alexis.carlos@
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) 651-5042 EEO@ 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.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please note that resumes, cover letters, and/or any other documents do not take the place of the SOQ. Applicants who fail to submit a complete SOQ as instructed and/or fail to submit all of the required documents may be eliminated from the selection process.
The SOQ serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. In your SOQ, describe your experience, knowledge, and competencies as they relate to each of the items listed below. The items must be addressed and numbered in the same order as listed; do not consolidate responses. The SOQ must be no more than two pages , typed, using 12-point Arial font on standard letter-sized paper with one (1)-inch margins.
1. Please describe how your education, training, and experience make you the best fit for this position.
2. Please provide an example of where you encountered a significant problem impacting a customer and turned that situation into a win for both your customer and your organization.
3. Imagine a key deployment fails just before a deadline. Please describe what immediate steps would you take and how do you mitigate risk in the future?
ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
When submitting your State Application (STD. 678) please note position # 830-104-1414-002, Job Control # 510483, and the basis of your eligibility (e.g., list appointment, transfer, SROA, Surplus, Re-employment, Reinstatement, Training and Development, and/or TAU) in the "Examination(s) or Job Title(s), For Which You Are Applying" section on the STD. 678.
Please remove any confidential information (e.g., 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.
A complete application package includes: a STD. 678, and Statement of Qualifications.
If your eligibility requires that you meet the Minimum Qualifications of the class and you qualify under pattern requiring education, then the selected candidate will be required to provide college transcripts prior to appointment .
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.
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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