Non-IT Goods/Cal-Card Analyst

Job Description and Duties

Please Note: A Statement of Qualifications must be submitted along with your application in order to be considered for this position. Please see "Special Requirements" section for Statement of Qualifications instructions.

The CDSS Non-IT Goods and CAL-Card Section provides Non-IT procurement assistance to a large Department with many statewide programs. This position supports CDSS in Non-IT procurement and CAL-Card activities.

Under the direction from the Supervisor I, the Analyst II is the journey level and subject matter expert in the area of purchasing non-IT goods. The Analyst II independently performs the most complex, technical and analytical work for the Purchasing and CAL-Card section. The Analyst II conducts research, writes and presents special reports, leads and participates in special projects, acts as a mentor to new staff, and provides customer service to CDSS programs and outside vendors. For more information, please view the duty statements that follow this notice.

Under the supervision of the Supervisor I, the Analyst I is an entry-level analyst in the area of purchasing non-IT goods. The Analyst I performs entry-level technical and analytical work for the Purchasing and CAL-Card section. The Analyst I conducts research, writes and presents special reports, and participates in special projects, and acts as support for senior staff, and provides customer service to CDSS programs and outside vendors. For more information, please view the duty statements that follow this notice.

This is a hybrid office / telework position. Currently, we are in the office two days a week and telework three days a week. During your initial probation period you may be asked to come into the office additional days for training and developmental purposes.

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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.

Please note: Regular commute is not compensable.

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

APPLICATION PACKAGES RECEIVED WITHOUT SPECIFIC RESPONSES TO THE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS, ADHERING TO ALL INSTRUCTIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a written narrative, which demonstrates your skills, experience, and training as they relate to the job duty statement and your ability to perform the duties of a Analyst I/II, as described in the Duty Statement. This also serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your STD. 678. The SOQ must address the questions below, in order. Please format on 8.5" x 11", 12-point, Clearly label the SOQ with your name and re-state each question preceding each response. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered.

1. Procurement often involves balancing the needs of customers with rules, policies, and regulations. Please give an example of when you had to explain requirements or processes to a customer who was frustrated or unfamiliar with them. How did you handle the situation?

2. Describe your experience working in situations where there are multiple competing demands for your time on complex projects or sensitive issues that require resolution within limited time-frames.

3. Please explain what interests you about this position and how you feel you are qualified.

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.

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:

Special Personal Characteristics: Demonstrated ability to act independently, be organized, open-minded, innovative, collaborative, flexible/adaptable, and tactful. Ability to solve problems by doing research and reading and citing the California State Contracting Manual (SCM). Experienced in the use of common office software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint computing functions. Effective writing and communication skills as well as presentation skills.

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.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  (SOQ) Please see the Special Requirements section of this job advertisement for detailed instructions for the SOQ submission.