Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you a results-oriented individual who prides yourself on reasoning logically and creatively to complete your work? Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of fellow Californians while achieving your career goals? Do you set high standards for yourself and enjoy a collaborative work environment? If you answered yes to these questions, then consider a position with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) in the Non-IT Contracts Bureau where you will perform activities including research, development, and administering of contracts. Working in the Non-IT Contracts Bureau allows you to additionally learn about other areas within the administrative field, including accounting and budgeting, that will help you begin or further your career with the State of California.

This position is eligible for telework up to three (3) days a week and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

The California Department of Social Services, Contracts and Procurement Services Branch, Non-IT Contracts Bureau, has an immediate opening for a Staff Services Analyst (SSA) position. For the purposes of recruitment, we will consider filling the position at the SSA or Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) classification. Persons currently in the classification eligible to transfer, lateral transfers, voluntary demotions, reinstatements, those eligible for appointment from a certification list and employees on a DROA/SROA/Surplus appointment list may apply. Only the most qualified will be interviewed. The SROA/Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their letter.

Under the direction of the Unit Manager (Staff Services Manager I), the analyst performs a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to: working closely with contract managers to develop, execute, and amend contracts; reviewing and processing contracts; and working within the statewide financial system (FI$Cal). The analyst will work within procurement laws and policies using tools such as State Contracting Manual, State Administrative Manual, Government Code, Public Contract Code, Memorandums, Broadcast Bulletins, State Contract Advisory Network meetings, the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal), Microsoft Office Suite, and other Non-IT Contracts Bureau policies and procedure.

This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.

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Working Conditions

This work location is very convenient!  The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.

This position is eligible for  hybrid work  in accordance with the Governor’s and at the sole discretion of the Department of Social Services under California Government Code Section 14200. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time.  The incumbent  will  be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the CDSS policies.  The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.

Please note: Regular commute is not compensable.

Special Requirements

This position is designated under the Conflict of  Interest Code.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Benefits

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT

• Public transit (mass transit) passes.
  • 100 percent discount on public transit passes sold by state agencies, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
  • 100 percent reimbursement on public transit passes purchased by state employees, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.
• Vanpool drivers and riders
  • 100 percent reimbursement on the monthly fee, up to the monthly exclusion amount provided by the IRS.

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

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025

Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 - Salaries do not reflect reductions from the Personal Leave Program, please see the applicable for additional information on the length and percentage of reductions.

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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, 3 days per week,

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