IT Architect

Job code

6413

Job family

Information Technology

Job level

Classified Represented

Minimum salary

$57.30

Maximum salary

$70.52

Pay range frequency

Hourly

Compensation grade

44

Job profile FLSA

Non-Exempt

Class information

This is a standalone job profile and is not part of a series. Positions in this job profile act as the most senior technical resource in one or more IT architecture fields.

Job description

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

  • Integrate knowledge of technical specialty with other technical fields; synthesize and recommend solutions with broad-scale impact.
  • Provide the highest level of information system expertise and project management in one or more of the following fields: application design and development, voice and data networking, database development and administration, and systems administration.
  • Conceive and design architecture to meet the county's long-term technology needs.
  • Design new methods and procedures for accomplishing work.
  • Problem solve and build consensus with management, customers, and vendors to negotiate project priorities and outcomes.
  • Lead technical teams on complex projects as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

LEVEL AND TYPE OF WORK AND/OR SUPERVISION:

IT Architect

  • Advanced level
  • Professional
  • Perform the most difficult assignments requiring a higher level of responsibility, applying advanced subject knowledge, and exercising significant independent judgment and initiative.
  • Receive work assignments in terms of objectives, priorities, and deadlines.
  • Work is reviewed for technical accuracy, compliance to program objectives, and overall results.
  • Receive direction from manager or staff.  
  • May exercise functional and technical supervision over staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Requirements are determined at the time of recruitment based on responsibilities of the individual position and business needs of the department.

IT Architect

Training and experience for advanced level, professional classifications are typically equivalent to a bachelor's degree and three (3) to six (6) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 7-10 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, have a valid driver license, and/or additional training, licenses, or certificates.