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:
• Demonstrates initiative and independence of action in planning and decision making.
• Demonstrates and encourages creative and proactive problem solving.
• Understands the importance of meeting timelines and work priorities.
• Ability to instruct, direct, and prompt subordinates to help them perform to their full potential.
• Knowledge of California Department of Technology IT Project Approval Lifecycle (PAL) Process
• Experience managing government procurement and/or contracts, including demonstrated experience understanding, interpreting and accurately utilizing procurement laws, rules, policies and procedures.
• Experience with contract administration and/or procurement functions.
• Broad base of relevant technical knowledge related to state contracting laws, policies, and processes related to IT services
• Ability to use specialized knowledge and skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strong and trusting relationships with customers and administrative partners.
• Experience with FI$Cal modules.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications, research, and database programs.
• Willingness to learn the practical application of administrative principles.
• Demonstrates capacity for development.