INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III

California Department of Tax and Fee Administration; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration is seeking an Enterprise Data Architect to oversee the design, development, and governance of its enterprise data systems. You will coordinate with the Enterprise Application Architect and TSD to deliver data solutions that align with CDTFA objectives.

This role emphasizes data governance, metadata, lineage, data quality, stewardship, and access controls, ensuring secure and compliant data management across the department.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the design, development, and governance of the department’s complex enterprise data systems.
• Coordinate with Enterprise Application Architect and Technology Services Division to deliver data solutions.
• Lead data governance practices, including metadata, lineage, data quality, and access controls.

Job description

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 workplace. 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.

Position Details

• Job Code #: JC-530492
• Position #: 291-381-1415-005
• Working Title: Enterprise Data Architect
• Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST III
• Salary: $9,507.00 - $12,740.00
• # of Positions: Multiple
• Work Location: United States
• Telework: Hybrid
• Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California not only needs you; it wants you as part of the growing workforce. The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) makes life better for Californians by fairly and efficiently collecting the revenue that supports our essential public services, with CDTFA administered programs accounting for about twenty‑three (23%) percent of all state revenue. Tax programs administered by the CDTFA are concentrated in two general areas – sales and use tax, and special taxes and fees. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at CDTFA. CDTFA offers employees reliable income, stable benefits, work‑life balance, paid holidays, advancement opportunities, and the personal fulfillment of knowing that your work is personally impacting the lives of others.
To take a look at CDTFA as a destination employer please click the link ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3a7w_igqDU )
Department Website: http://www.cdtfa.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

All applicants will be considered, however SROA/Surplus candidates will be given priority.
Are you interested in making life better for Californians? Are you looking for a career and not just a job? Do you want to create a meaningful impact in your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) has a career opportunity waiting for you! California not only needs you, it wants you as part of the growing workforce. New employees, new ideas, and new creative perspectives are needed in all areas at the CDTFA. We value staff and are dedicated to employee career development. Our agency supports the development of staff by offering training to flourish in their position and programs to promote and explore upward mobility. To learn more about us, please see CDTFA Gateway to New Opportunities video
This position will be filled in the Sacramento Headquarters or Fresno Field Office.
Under administrative direction of the Information Technology Manager II, the Information Technology Specialist III (IT Specialist III), serves as the Enterprise Data Architect, overseeing and directing the design, development, and governance of the department’s most complex and diverse enterprise data systems. The IT Specialist III must coordinate with the Enterprise Application Architect, other teams within the Technology Services Division (TSD), California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) executives, program area partners, and additional stakeholders to deliver solutions that support CDTFA projects and mission‑critical applications. In this capacity, the IT Specialist III provides master‑level technical and governance leadership, ensuring the enterprise data architecture, data management practices, and data governance standards are consistently implemented, secure, and aligned with organizational objectives. The IT Specialist III leads the integration of data governance principles, such as metadata and lineage management, data quality, stewardship, and access controls, into enterprise solutions and communicates this impact effectively across technical and non‑technical audiences. The IT Specialist III understands and effectively conveys project and task objectives while coordinating, facilitating, and directing work activities to ensure services are delivered professionally, responsibly, and within deadlines to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
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Here is the link to the Information Technology Specialist III examination bulletin.
Here is the link to the Information Technology Specialist III (LEAP) examination bulletin.
Under Government Code 14200, this position may be eligible for partial telework for eligible candidates residing in California. All telework/hybrid schedules require staff to report to the office a minimum number of days per week. Schedules are subject to change.
Currently, per the California Budget Act of 2025, all California Department of Tax and Fee Administration salaries are subject to the provisions of the State of California’s Personal Leave Program.
This is a re‑advertisement of JC‑527954. If you previously applied under JC‑527954 you would need to re‑apply under this new Job Control, JC‑530492 in order to be considered.
This recruitment has been posted for more vacancies than currently exist as it may be used to fill additional identical vacancies which occur within 180 days of the closing date of this bulletin.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify
• Position requires employee to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a background investigation.

Important Dates

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2026

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).