Contract Analyst | Associate Governmental Program Analyst, JC-469562

Department Information

At the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of our mission to advance the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. We are genuinely and strongly committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness where we can grow and learn together with a diverse team of employees. In recruiting for team members, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring to us and the work we do.

The Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP) of the California Department of Public Health works to protect and improve the health of all Californians. We run the largest screening program in the world and set the standard in delivering high-quality, cost-effective genetic services to all Californians. The mission of GDSP is to “serve the people of California by reducing the emotional and financial burden of disability and death caused by genetic and congenital disorders.”

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• The salary listed in this ad may not include recent adjustments or changes from the fiscal year

Job Description And Duties

This is a reposting of JC-452074 to increase the candidate pool; previous applicants do not need to reapply. Your application is still in consideration.

This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan to maximize and stabilize funding sources and demonstrate responsible financial stewardship by performing duties related to contract oversight and purchase orders (PO) procurement that support the Newborn Screening and Prenatal Screening sections of the Genetic Disease Screening Program (GDSP).

The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) performs all work under the direction of the Staff Services Manager (SSM) I, Chief of the Business Services Unit and performs work of more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical staff services assignments.

These assignments are related to contract, purchase, and service order problems and the incumbent develops and evaluates alternatives, analyzes data, and presents ideas, information, and recommendations to management effectively both orally and in writing.

The incumbent consults with and advises program administrators, the Contract Management Unit, outside vendors, or other interested parties on a wide variety of subject matter areas and gains and maintains the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work.

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:

1. Ability to handle sensitive/confidential material and information.
2. Knowledge about the procurement process.
3. Comfortable working with all levels of supervisors and management.
4. Ability to organize and establish workload priorities and work well under pressure.
5. Experience analyzing and solving difficult problems with a high degree of initiative, independence, and flexibility.
6. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team while assuming responsibility for decisions and actions.
7. Ability to reason well and use good judgment.
8. Dependable and punctual.
9. Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills (including the use of correct grammar, punctuation, and spelling).
10. Excellent research skills and the ability to use gathered information to solve problems.
11. Experience using Microsoft Office (e.g. MS Excel, MS Word).

Statement of Qualifications

Your Statement of Qualifications must address the questions below and it must be submitted in a separate Word document. Responses should not be longer than two pages, single-spaced with Arial 12-point font, and 1-inch margins. Responses must be numbered and in the same order as the questions below.

1. Describe your experience independently performing complex financial research and program analysis for a major contract and providing upper management with recommendations based on your findings. Include information regarding your responsibilities.
2. Describe your knowledge and experience acting as a procurement/contract analyst monitoring contracts.
3. Describe your experience being the lead person on a project and working with a team. Describe your role, the role of others, and how you ensured the project’s success.

PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, letters, transcripts, degrees, your state application, cover letters and other materials will not take the place of the Statement of Qualifications. Simply copying and pasting your resume will also not be accepted. Applications received without an SOQ will be rejected.

Eligibility Information

If you are new to California State Service, you must take and pass the examination for this classification to be eligible for hire. Current state employees without transfer or list eligibility must also complete and pass the examination for this classification to qualify for this position.

Please go to CalHR’s website to review the Associate Governmental Program Analyst exam bulletin.

Telework Information

This position may be eligible for telework up to three (3) days per week and is required to report in-person to the designated headquarters office location a minimum of two (2) days per week. The amount of telework permitted is at the discretion of the Department and is subject to change, consistent with CDPH’s Telework Program. All employees who telework are required to be California residents in accordance with Government Code 14200. Candidates who reside outside of the state of California may be interviewed; however, the selected candidate must have a primary residency in the state of California prior to appointment (and continue to maintain California residency) as a condition of employment. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the job offer being rescinded.

Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquarters office subject to regulations and bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the designated headquarters office will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

The headquarters office location for this position is identified in the duty statement.

Final Filing Date: 3/28/2025

Job Code #: JC-469562

Position #(s): 580-530-5393-708

Working Title: Contract Analyst

Classification: ASSOCIATE GOVERNMENTAL PROGRAM ANALYST

$5,855.00 - $7,327.00 A

Work Location: Contra Costa County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, our Recruitment Team is ready to help you at Apply@cdph.ca.gov or (916) 445-0983.