Delivery Center Enterprise Architect (Information Technology Executive 1)
Apply NowCompany: State of Pennsylvania
Location: Dauphin, PA 17018
Description:
Salary: $86,299.00 - $131,208.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2025-19855
Department: Executive Offices
Division: EX OA C&E ITDC
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 01721
Position Number: 50681011
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: ST10
Bureau / Division Code: 00812200
Bureau / Division: EX OA C&E ITDC Bus & Service Management Division
Worksite Address: 400 Market Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17101
Contact Name: Nichole Ruiz
Contact Phone: 717.772.4765
Contact Email: niruiz@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Advance your information technology (IT) and management career with this exciting opportunity to manage and support innovation and solution architecture activities that will maintain and evolve future state business capabilities! We are seeking a motivated leader with top notch technical and communication skills to oversee our Conservation and Environment Delivery Center's (CEDC) team of IT architects and connect them with state agency teams dedicated to conserving and sustaining Pennsylvania's natural resources, supporting a sustainable and safe supply of food and agriculture products, and more vital services. Achieve your full career potential with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will provide strategic direction on the modernization of our IT portfolio; manage and coordinate all aspects of solution architecture; and establish, maintain, and enforce new policies focusing on efficiencies and cost-effective solutions throughout the entire CEDC. Proactive collaboration and communication are essential for supporting enterprise architecture that aligns with other delivery centers and enterprise services while attaining project objectives. Our team will rely on you to advise and influence strategic enterprise IT plans and decisions as well as make tactical and operational decisions within the scope of solution architecture.
Your work will involve leading and designing architecture activities across delivery center business applications and technologies, creating future state architecture and solution plans for supported agencies in support of IT modernization, and researching and making proactive recommendations for adoption of new technologies. Unleash your potential and collaborate with our talented and diverse team!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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How much full-time professional information technology experience do you possess?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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How much graduate coursework have you completed in information technology, computer science, or mathematics?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
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Additional Requirement:Do you have three or more years of experience working as an enterprise architect or in a similar role?
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number: N-2025-19855
Department: Executive Offices
Division: EX OA C&E ITDC
Opening Date: 03/17/2025
Closing Date: 3/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 01721
Position Number: 50681011
Union: Non Union
Bargaining Unit: A3
Pay Group: ST10
Bureau / Division Code: 00812200
Bureau / Division: EX OA C&E ITDC Bus & Service Management Division
Worksite Address: 400 Market Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17101
Contact Name: Nichole Ruiz
Contact Phone: 717.772.4765
Contact Email: niruiz@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Advance your information technology (IT) and management career with this exciting opportunity to manage and support innovation and solution architecture activities that will maintain and evolve future state business capabilities! We are seeking a motivated leader with top notch technical and communication skills to oversee our Conservation and Environment Delivery Center's (CEDC) team of IT architects and connect them with state agency teams dedicated to conserving and sustaining Pennsylvania's natural resources, supporting a sustainable and safe supply of food and agriculture products, and more vital services. Achieve your full career potential with us!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will provide strategic direction on the modernization of our IT portfolio; manage and coordinate all aspects of solution architecture; and establish, maintain, and enforce new policies focusing on efficiencies and cost-effective solutions throughout the entire CEDC. Proactive collaboration and communication are essential for supporting enterprise architecture that aligns with other delivery centers and enterprise services while attaining project objectives. Our team will rely on you to advise and influence strategic enterprise IT plans and decisions as well as make tactical and operational decisions within the scope of solution architecture.
Your work will involve leading and designing architecture activities across delivery center business applications and technologies, creating future state architecture and solution plans for supported agencies in support of IT modernization, and researching and making proactive recommendations for adoption of new technologies. Unleash your potential and collaborate with our talented and diverse team!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Six years of professional information technology experience and a bachelor's degree; or
- Ten years of professional information technology experience; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
- You must have three years of experience working as an enterprise architect or in a similar role.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short !
See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
How much full-time professional information technology experience do you possess?
- 6 years or more
- 5 but less than 6 years
- 4 but less than 5 years
- 3 but less than 4 years
- 2 but less than 3 years
- 1 but less than 2 years
- Less than 1 year
- None
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How much graduate coursework have you completed in information technology, computer science, or mathematics?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
- 60 credits or more
- 30 but less than 60 credits
- Less than 30 credits
- None
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Additional Requirement:Do you have three or more years of experience working as an enterprise architect or in a similar role?
- Yes
- No
05
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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