Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for a job where you can provide research and guidance on innovative ways of applying new technology? Come join our group of Architects and Analysts. We are an open and interactive team that thrives on learning and applying knowledge. Our focus is on continually maturing and growing our Enterprise Architecture (EA) program and promoting the Enterprise Architecture Office's (EAO) mission to connect people to technology. 

We are looking for candidates that possess skills in continual program improvement, possess strong organization skills, understand multiple technology stacks, have solid analytical and writing skills, are open to learning our processes and emerging technologies, and love working with customers and stakeholders in support of maintaining a strong and effective EA program.  

In this position, you will work closely with FTB's managers, technicians, architects, and technology and business partners to provide advanced EA analysis, consultation services, and recommendations in the strategic design and function of FTB's current and future technology solutions, continually moving the department towards our "To Be" state.  

This role demonstrates a depth of initiative, tact, and professionalism during internal and external collaborations, engaging in continual education on industry technology and best practices, digital transformation and operational trends to help identify and guide projects and initiatives that provide the greatest value to the department and citizens of California.    

If you would like to help discover the best technology uses, and provide meaningful improvement benefits, this could be your exciting new opportunity.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2324-02716).

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Working Conditions

This position is eligible for limited remote-working within California based on departmental guidelines and operational need. FTB has a minimum in-office requirement of four days per week for all positions including those that are eligible for telework.

About the Technology Services Division (TSD)  The mission of TSD is to securely deliver and support information technology solutions and services essential to the success of the FTB’s mission. By acting on our TSD mission, we will realize our vision of a collaborative and diverse team of IT experts who further innovation and empower our business partners to accomplish their goals. Read more  about FTB .  Learn more about other FTB technical roles  at this FTB microsite .  Need help understanding the hiring process or have questions about FTB? We'd love to talk to you! Before applying, read through these  step by step instructions to apply, or contact us at [email protected] . Please include the job control (JC) number and the position title in the subject line.

Special Requirements

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

This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information about E-Verify, please go to .

CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 172: All candidates for, appointees to, and employees in the state civil service shall possess the general qualifications of integrity, honesty, sobriety, dependability, industry, thoroughness, accuracy, good judgment, initiative, resourcefulness, courtesy, ability to work cooperatively with others, willingness and ability to assume the responsibilities and to conform to the conditions of work characteristic of the employment, and a state of health, consistent with the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. Where the position requires the driving of an automobile, the employee must have a valid state driver's license, a good driving record and is expected to drive the car safely. The foregoing general qualifications shall be deemed to be a part of the personal characteristics of the minimum qualifications of each class specification and need not be specifically set forth therein.

**IMPORTANT NOTICE** As required by the department's rules of conduct, all employees of the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) must be in compliance with the California Revenue and Taxation Code. During the background investigation portion of the hiring process, FTB will review return information to verify California state income tax compliance.  Any failure to comply with the California Revenue and Taxation Code may prevent you from being hired at FTB. You must verify your filing status by calling 1-800-852-5711 to resolve any potential tax compliance issues, prior to submitting your application and seeking employment with FTB. All applicants not currently employed with the Franchise Tax Board will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The investigation will consist of completion of a pre-employment questionnaire, fingerprinting, and an inquiry to the Department of Justice to disclose criminal records. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons with hearing or speech impairments, call TTY/TDD (800) 735-2929.

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:

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 and Alternate Range Placement 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 is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements”.

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. 

• Experience developing EA reference documentation (i.e. Target Architecture Models, Business and Technology Capability Models, etc.)
• Experience researching, assessing, and providing strategic recommendations based on general requirements
• Ability to document and diagram IT systems (preferably using formal design languages like ArchiMate or UML), understand how systems work interdependently, and how data flows
• Ability to exercise initiative, good judgment, and make timely decisions while maintaining positive working relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with all levels of staff, customers, and stakeholders, including the ability to present ideas and explain complex technology concepts in plain language
• Experience working with general purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C#, etc.), cloud solutions, Low Code Application Platforms (LCAP), or related technologies
• Knowledge and understanding of, or willingness and ability to learn, FTB’s organization, business program areas, technology architecture, and processes
• Knowledge of how different types of technology fit together to form an integrated IT solution

Benefits

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

In addition, Franchise Tax Board offers the following:

• Convenient transportation and commuting options include : Light Rail stop, bicycle lockers, free parking, and carpool/vanpool opportunities

Additional Application Instructions

A complete application package must be received in the Classification & Hiring Unit or postmarked by the final filing date and must include:

• Completed employment information on the STD. 678, including the “From” and “To” dates, “Hours Per Week,” and “Duties Performed" fields for all jobs listed in the “Employment History” fields (resumes do not take the place of these fields on the STD. 678)
• All of the required documents listed in the “Required Application Package Documents” section 
• The position number and job control number in the job title line of the STD. 678, if submitting a paper application package (these numbers will auto-populate in the job title line of the STD. 678 if submitting an electronic application through your CalCareer Account)
• A signature, if submitting a paper application package

Candidates who do not follow all of the listed application instructions may be eliminated from the selection process. All submitted information will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply electronically through your CalCareer account, please mail a completed and signed STD. 678 and application package to the mailing address provided above in the “Application Instructions” section.

Do not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

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 required and must be included.
• Other - A cover letter is required and must be included.
• Other - If you are basing your eligibility on educational requirements, you MUST provide a legible copy of your transcripts as proof of meeting the education requirement as listed in the Classification Specification (please see the Class Specification located under “Minimum Requirements” on the left-hand side of this job posting). Applicants with foreign transcripts must provide a foreign transcript evaluation that indicates the number of units to which the foreign course work is equivalent (evaluations must be completed by an agency approved by the California Commission on Teachers Credentialing). Transcripts and evaluations may be official or unofficial; please redact birthdates and social security numbers. If you are not basing your eligibility on an educational requirement, you may instead use the bypass option (when applying, select Choose/Upload for the required document and then select Bypass File).

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