Contract / Procurement Analyst

Contract / Procurement Analyst

Department of Transportation

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the Contract, Procurement & Administrative Analyst independently performs a wide range of analytical and administrative duties related to contracts, procurement, invoicing, space planning, and facilities management. This role involves identifying procurement needs, selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of required items. The Purchase Officer ensures compliance with the department policies and regulatory requirements while maintaining strong vendor relationships and optimizing purchasing processes. The incumbent ensures all activities comply with state and departmental policies, supports budget monitoring and reporting, and collaborates with management and program staff to improve operational efficiency. This position plays a key role in supporting the Division's fiscal accountability, resource management, and administrative coordination.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement

Working Conditions

Position located at 111 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA, 94612, Alameda County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Work is conducted in a typical office setting with standard office equipment and minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Adhere to ergonomic principles and workplace safety guidelines to ensure a comfortable and safe working. This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's current telework policy. While Caltrans supports telework, in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksite with minimal notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate may be required to conduct business travel on behalf of the Department or commute to the headquarters location. Business travel reimbursements consider an employee's designated headquarters location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining-unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquarters location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of the candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using 12pt Century Gothic font and normal margins. Applications submitted without an SOQ will not be considered for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact : Diana Anderson, (229) 234-2229, Diana.Anderson@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact : Gabriel Elijah, (510) 506-5911, gabriel.elijah@dot.ca.gov

EEO Contact : Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov

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.

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