Job Posting: Procurement and Contracts Analyst

Department of Water Resources

JC-494409
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Procurement and Contracts Analyst
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST

$3,861.00 - $6,276.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/16/2025

Job Description and Duties

The Procurement and Contracts Analyst for the Division of Integrated Science and Engineering (DISE) will be responsible for managing the procurement of technical materials, equipment, and contract services primarily for the Bryte Chemical Laboratory. Duties include sourcing vendors, securing bids, preparing specifications, and ensuring compliance with state procurement regulations. The incumbent will track purchases through the Procurement Tracking System and utilize SAP software to create requisitions and process purchase orders. The role also involves coordinating with various groups and vendors for efficient delivery and invoice processing, acting as the liaison with the Accounting Office to facilitate payment. Additionally, the Procurement Analyst will manage receiving and distribution operations, resolve discrepancies, and assist in developing and maintaining contracts and inter-agency agreements. The incumbent will also be asked to lead special projects related to procurement and contract analysis, including expenditure tracking and data analysis for strategic decision-making.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-494409
Position #(s):
840-375-5157-002
Working Title:
Procurement and Contracts Analyst
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES ANALYST
$3,861.00 - $4,839.00 A
$4,181.00 - $5,233.00 B
$5,014.00 - $6,276.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Yolo County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Integrated Science and Engineering, Environmental Services Branch, Bryte Chemical Laboratory, West Sacramento

 

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature.  We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department.  Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect.  An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Special Requirements

May be required to work extended hours on occasion to meet project deadlines which include nights or weekends. 

 

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and are free from discrimination.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/16/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources
Mailing Address
Attn: Division of Human Resources
P.O. Box 1079
Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources
Submit in Person
Certification Desk
715 P Street, 7th floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 required and must be included.
  • Other - Cover Letter
  • Other - See Supplemental Questionnaire information under Special Instructions below.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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:


We are seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated professional with demonstrated experience in procurement processes, including invoicing, financial transactions, and contract management.  The ideal candidate is a proactive individual who thrives working independently and takes initiative to streamline operations and ensure compliance with procurement policies.  Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and manage data effectively are essential.  A high level of customer service, combined with excellence in organizational and time management abilities, will be critical to success in this role.  The successful candidate will have experience with purchasing software and a solid understanding of procurement practices, rules, and guidelines.  Familiarity with budgeting, purchase orders, warehousing, receiving, and distribution processes is strongly preferred.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams is preferred.  Experience using SAP or other proprietary systems is highly desirable as is familiarity with laboratory supplies and equipment.

Benefits

DWR employees are eligible for a number of benefits.  Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees and some permanent, part-time employees.  Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements, which are contracts negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define employees' wages, hours, and conditions of employment.

 

Some added benefits DWR offers eligible employees at this location include:

 

  • Free Parking
  • Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Paid Sick & Vacation
  • Retirement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) & 457 plans
  • Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Long Term Care
  • Group Legal Services

 

The Lab is located in the Bryte neighborhood of West Sacramento, close to the Hwy 80/50 interchange, shopping, parks, grocery stores and restaurants.

 

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Rikki Metcalf
(916) 701-7663
DISE_HR@water.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
civilrights@water.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), resume, cover letter and Supplemental Questionnaire.  Please reference SAP Position #50000206 and Job Control #494409 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

 

The Supplemental Questionnaire is designed to elicit information regarding each applicant’s abilities, knowledge, and experience in relation to the advertised position. Please complete the following questions and identify a reference who can verify your knowledge and/or experience.  If you do not have experience regarding the question, then include examples of similar experience that would demonstrate your ability or potential to perform the specific function.  Please limit your answer to approximately one page for each question (double-spaced, Arial 12 pt font). 

 

1. Provide an example of when you analyzed procurement or contracting data (e.g., vendor spending, subcontracting, purchasing trends). What methods did you use to evaluate the data, what conclusions did you draw, and how did your analysis support decision-making or improve operations?

 

2. Can you describe your experience with budgeting and processing invoices or purchase orders while also overseeing the management, receiving, warehousing, and distribution of commodities? How did you ensure accuracy and efficiency across both the financial and logistical aspects of the process?

 

3. Please describe your experience using Microsoft Office Suite. Provide one example of how you have applied MS Office tools to complete a task or project.

 

The following basis of eligibility will be considered:  List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

 

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination/Assessment

For more information about the State hiring process, click here.  To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.

 

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

 

Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link: 


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 work place. 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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