SENIOR ARCHITECT

State of California; California (MO); Híbrido; USD 128.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid telework (CA residents)

Descripción de la vacante

State of California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information seeks a Senior Architect (Field) to oversee construction compliance for healthcare facilities across Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and Monterey. The role is field-based with extensive travel (80–100%) and requires observing construction to ensure conformance with approved plans and Title 24 codes.

This permanent, full-time position offers a hybrid telework schedule for CA residents, a competitive

Formación

• Experience overseeing construction compliance for healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge of Title 24 and OSHPD requirements as they relate to health facilities.
• Ability to interpret design and construction documents and resolve issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsabilidades

• Observe construction activities for conformance with plans and codes.
• Review construction documents/submittals for compliance with regulations.
• Travel to facilities across specified counties for site observations.
• Maintain current professional licensing and participate in field reviews.

Conocimientos

Field observations

Construction compliance

Project management

OSHPD knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Department of Health Care Access and Information

JC-534145 - Senior Architect (Field)

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 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: 10/15/2026

This position is entirely field based with travel required to facilities 80%-100% of the time.

Geographical counties to be covered: Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey

Under general direction of the Regional Compliance Officer, Health Facilities Construction, the Senior Architect (Field) performs field observations and oversees the construction compliance phase of healthcare facility projects. The incumbent observes construction activities to ensure work is performed in substantial conformance with plans and specifications approved by the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), and in compliance with the building code and fire and life safety requirements of Title 24, California Code of Regulations (including all referenced codes and standards). The incumbent applies the Office’s Policy Intent Notices, Code Application Notices, applicable codes, guidelines, policies, and reference materials in the performance of these duties.

The Senior Architect (Field) also conducts field review of construction documents and submittals to verify conformance with applicable codes and regulations. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining current certification with the appropriate licensing board.

Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025 , visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

HCAI is committed to fostering a flexible, inclusive, and high-performing work environment that supports both operational excellence and employee well-being.

HCAI is housed in a state-of-the-art building outside of downtown off Interstate-5. Enjoy a great work environment with many amenities, including FREE PARKING and fully equipped electric vehicle charging stations. HCAI is close to many dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.

HCAI supports a hybrid telework schedule for many positions, consistent with operational requirements. Telework schedules are only available for CA residents. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.

Visa Sponsorship: HCAI is not an E-Verify employer and does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR ARCHITECT

SENIOR ARCHITECT $11,437.00 - $14,315.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

1

Telework

In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information works to ensure that healthcare is available where Californians need it most. With offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, we strengthen the state’s healthcare system through facility construction, expanding the health workforce, and providing vital health information. Our diverse team upholds the values of professionalism, innovation, equity, and service. We provide tools and support to help you start, build, or transition your career while making a meaningful impact for all Californians.

Are you a construction or design professional that wants to help ensure California’s healthcare facilities are functional after an earthquake or other disaster? Then a career at the Office of Statewide Hospital Planning and Development (OSHPD) might be the perfect fit for you. OSHPD is the building department for over 1,700 hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. Join the OSHPD team to enhance the resiliency of California’s healthcare infrastructure.

HCAI is committed to building an inclusive work environment that promotes diversity, where employees are appreciated and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. We value our employees’ skills, experience, and unique perspectives because they enrich our workforce and make us stronger. We embrace and support a culture of equitable opportunity, empowering our employees to advance health care access and information for the diverse populations we serve across California.

This position is subject to the Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests filing requirements, which requires disclosure of certain personal economic interests as determined by the Conflict of Interest Code of the Department of Health Care Access and Information. Pursuant to Government Code section 81008, Form 700 Statement of Economic Interests is public record and will be made available for public inspection.

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:

• Experience and knowledge in the field of hospital architecture design and construction.
• Experience and familiarity with Title 24, including OSHPD requirements, as it relates to the construction of health facilities.
• Knowledge and experience in interpreting requirements governing design and construction of healthcare facilities in California.
• Experience conducting research, producing, and evaluating technical construction documentation.
• Knowledge of California Accessibility Requirements.
• Knowledge of fire/life safety compliance based on Title 24 of the CCRs.
• Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing systems in healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge and experience as a project manager directing, reviewing, and evaluating the work and resolving issues with a multi-disciplinary team, clients, contractors, and other technical and professional staff.
• Experience conducting construction observation of hospital or healthcare facilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multi-disciplined team and handle stressful or sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to handle code enforcement issues with architects, engineers, and health care facility owners.
• Good writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to reason logically and creatively to resolve problems and develop and evaluate alternatives.
• Possession of a valid driver license and good driving record.
• Being able to travel to and conduct in-person site visits to healthcare facilities (up to five days a week) in the following counties: Coastal Region Counties – Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey.

In addition tocompetitive public employee wages and a comprehensive benefits package, ouremployees enjoy meaningful and interesting work that supports access tohealthcare.

To learn more about benefits for State employees, visit the Salary and Benefits page on the CalHR website .

University of California (UC) and California StateUniversity (CSU) employees may qualify to transfer their current and previousemployment credit to State of California employment through CalPERS. HumanResources can help with this process upon employment or you can reach out toCalPERS for inquiries at [phone].

Contact Information

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

Department Website: http://HCAI.ca.gov/

Human Resources Contact:
HCAI Recruitment
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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.

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Additional Application Requirements

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete all applicable fields on the application form, including a list or description of previous/current work experience in the duties performed section. The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Class Specification.

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 e.g. Social Security Number (SSN).

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 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.

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. HCAI accepts foreign transcript evaluations that are completed by one of the agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

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.