Contract Support Analyst (Analyst II)

Job Description and Duties Please note: this is a re-advertisement. If you have previously applied for this vacancy, your application is being considered and you do not need to re-apply. Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify. Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career in Government Contracts? If you enjoy a career helping others, then this may be the position for you! Apply today and join our team. The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Administration Services has an opening for an Analyst II in the Business Operations Branch. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation. Duties: Please see the Duty Statement attached. Additional information: Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class. If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following: • RPA# 25-600-213 in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application. • Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility) Must have Analyst II list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=4815 An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members. Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified. In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification. 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: • Knowledge of and experience with laws, regulations, and policies related to: • Contracts • Procurement • Knowledge of contract management concepts. • Knowledge and/or experience in FI$Cal, California’s Statewide Financial System or other Financial Software Systems to perform budgeting and procurement transparently and efficiently. • Lead Teams – experience or knowledge fostering a collaborative team environment that promotes diversity. Be able to take actions promptly and use good judgment while making decisions; proficient in planning, organizing and implementing. • Customer Service – experience working cooperatively with customers to meet shared business objectives; ensuring effective delivery of services to the customer. Maintaining consistent communication with the customers. • Research and Analyze – knowledge and experience utilizing tools and methodologies to conduct analysis, evaluate programs, processes, policies, and procedures; experience researching a variety of resources available; analyzing and synthesizing data to prepare written and/or oral reports for customers and/or management. • Completed Staff Work – knowledge of the appropriate tools and methodologies to conduct completed staff work and provide advice and consultation on technical matters to all levels of staff. • Critical Thinking Skills – experience or knowledge with logical and creative reasoning; forward thinking, assessing situations, making connections and drawing conclusions. • Communication Skills – experience communicating effectively, both orally and in writing. • Interpersonal Skills – experience interacting and working cooperatively with others; experience exercising professionalism and extreme tact; while maintaining composure and calmness when interacting with others. Experience in resolving problems and maintaining a sound professional demeanor. • Work Habits – experience or knowledge in organization and attention to detail; punctual and dependable; enthusiastic team player; willingness to conform to job requirements and to accept suggestions for work improvement; adaptable to change. • Knowledge of personal computers and the standard suite of Microsoft Office software programs. • Willingness to accept increasing responsibility; and demonstrate a capacity for development. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using (Arial 12-point font), and normal margins. Include the question with your response. Indicate your total years of experience and provide examples when answering the following statements/questions: 1. This position requires the candidates to offer excellent customer service. Provide an example of a specific time when you established a relationship with internal and/or external customers to assess their business needs and ensured their business needs were met in a timely manner. 2. This position requires the candidates to offer in-person/virtual style training. Provide an example of a specific time when you developed training materials and delivered training. Also, describe how virtual training would differ from in-person training? 3. Describe your experience, knowledge, and abilities with examples as it relates to the duty statement and desirable qualifications for this position. Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated will not be considered. For guidance on writing effective SOQs, visit: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Failure to comply may result in disqualification. Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.