Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Are you ready to take on a dynamic role at the heart of California’s financial technology operations? We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Technology Specialist I (ITS I) to join the team supporting the Financial Information System for California (FI$Cal). In this role, you’ll work independently leading complex IT procurement efforts that are essential to the success of California’s financial infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for planning, developing, evaluating, and executing procurements for a wide range of IT goods and services, including competitive and non-competitive acquisitions, leveraged procurement agreements, and high-risk or high-value solicitations. Your expertise will be critical in advising leadership and project teams on procurement strategy, market research, contract development, and compliance with state and federal laws.

Working primarily in the Business Technology Management domain, you’ll conduct in-depth research and analysis to support procurement decisions, develop innovative solutions to acquisition challenges, and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders. You may also take on lead roles in procurement efforts, train evaluation team members, serve as the Procurement Card Coordinator, and provide guidance to less experienced staff. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public service while working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment.

Please note that to be list appointed for placement in the Information Technology Specialist I  classification, you must take and pass the examination .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

At FI$Cal, we currently offer a remote-centered position with the flexibility of telework up to three days per week. In-office attendance is mandatory on designated days and is subject to change. Our office is located at 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA. Candidates residing outside of California are welcome to interview, but proof of California residency is required before appointment. Please note, relocation and commute expenses are the responsibility of the employee.

This position requires prolonged sitting in an office-setting environment with the use of a personal computer. Employees must demonstrate a commitment to maintain a working environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment. All staff must maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance, maintain good working habits and adhere to all policies and procedures.

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment with Department of FISCal.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

• The incumbent will use tact and interpersonal skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, e.g., stakeholders, customers, management, peers, etc., to facilitate communication to improve the work environment and increase productivity.
• This position requires the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and may require excess hours to be worked.  
• The incumbent is expected to perform functions and duties under the guidance of the Department of FISCal’s core values.
• The incumbent provides back-up, as necessary, to ensure continuity of departmental activities.

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:

• Experience working with IT consulting contracts, including reviewing, processing, and monitoring contract deliverables.
• Experience preparing contract documents, such as Purchase Orders (PO), STD 213/STD 215 agreements, Statements of Work (SOW), and Requests for Offer (RFO).
• Experience utilizing DGS IT Leveraged Procurement Agreements.
• Experience applying state laws, policies, and directives,such as SIMM, SAM, Public Contract Code (PCC), State Contracting Manual (SCM), Tech Letters, and Broadcast Bulletins.
• Experience evaluating and assessing bids/offers, including reviewing vendor proposals for compliance, cost, and requirements alignment.
• Experience developing and documenting processes and procedures to support activities and improve workflow efficiency.

Benefits

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

Our office has free, gated parking, and convenient electric vehicle charging stations available.

Statement of Qualifications

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. The SOQ serves as a documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.

When completing the SOQ, you  must title the page “Statement of Qualifications” and list the question, providing your answer below. When completing the SOQ please explain your answers thoroughly, including all relevant experience, education and training. The SOQ  must be typed in 12-point Arial font and be no more than 3 pages in length with correct grammar use, punctuation and spelling. Your SOQ  must  address the following: 

1. Describe your knowledge and experience with various IT procurements/purchasing methodologies, involvement with control agencies and how you determined which procurement methodology to use for procurements.

2. Describe your experience working with multiple competing demands with limited time-frames and strict deadlines. Describe the actions you take, the tools you use to stay on track, your communication methods, and lastly your personal work style used in managing these types of situations.

3. Describe in detail your experience interpreting and applying regulations, statutes, policies, and procedures to procurements and/or contracts.

Please attach your SOQ to your application. Applications received without the SOQ or that do not follow these instructions will not be considered.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as responses to the Statement of Qualifications.

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 required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your application. Please see instructions below.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work, Relocation, 3 days per week,

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