Contracts and Procurement Manager

The Contracts & Procurement (C&P) Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) manages and monitors the division’s legal, non-legal, and IT contract and procurement needs and relevant fiscal activities essential to accomplishing the mission of the Public Rights Division (PRD). The SSM I works independently with PRD Senior Assistant Attorneys General (SAAG) and other Division/Departmental staff statewide, managing all contracts, agreements, subscriptions, procurement, and asset management needs. The SSM I may perform the more complex assignments when necessary. The SSM I is a skilled internal consultant to the SSM II, Chief Assistant Attorney General (CAAG), and the SAAGs regarding contract development in accordance with the State Contracting Manual and DOJ policies, encumbrance management, and the procurement of services and goods. The SSM I represents the Division on contracts and procurement matters having significant impact on the Division and/or the Department, independently working with the Budget Office, Accounting, Contracts and Procurement Unit, Office of General Counsel, and California Justice Information Services Division; and may personally handle the most complex contract and procurement functions of the unit.

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

Salary

• $7,172 - $8,910/month

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I

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:

• Strong knowledge of the State contracting and procurement processes, State Administrative Manual, and other requisite administrative functions.
  
  
• Experience with Invoice processing, expenditure tracking, and other accounting/budget functions, including encumbrances.
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of staff, both within the department and with external customers and stakeholders.
  
  
• Ability to work independently and with others, along with the ability to guide and train staff both directly and indirectly.
  
  
• Strong organizational skills, ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines within challenging time constraints.
  

Other Information

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Department Information

Please note that all new-to-state employees will be given the minimum salary of the classification. For current state employees and/or those with reinstatement rights, your salary will be determined in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

• This position is in the Division of Public Rights, Executive Unit.

• This is a hybrid position that will be telework-focused. In office days will be dependent on operational need.

• Please disregard the SROA/Surplus language below, as the Department of Justice requires applicants to submit their SROA/Surplus Letter if that is the basis of their eligibility.

• For more information about the department, please visit the Attorney General’s website at www.oag.ca.gov.

• Individuals who are new to State service must have listed eligibility in order to gain employment with the Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at:http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

Special Requirements

• A fingerprint check will be required for those new to the Department of Justice.

• Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with the California Office of the Attorney General. The process is described at http://oag.ca.gov/careers/exams.

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma.

• Unofficial school transcripts may be accepted during the application process; however, submission of official transcripts or your diploma is required prior to appointment.

• You must complete the civil service exam to be eligible to work for the State of California in this role. Once you pass the exam, you are eligible to be on the civil servant list, and you can then apply for this and other civil service jobs. To take the online Staff Services Manager I (SSM I) examination and establish list eligibility for appointment, please click the following link: SSM I Exam

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: 9/3/2025

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 Justice
Public Rights Division, Executive Unit
Attn: Sara Clementi (JC-487416)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Justice
Public Rights Division, Executive Unit
Sara Clementi (JC-487416)
1300 I Street, Suite 1030
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 05:00 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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the SOQ section at the bottom of the job posting for additional information.

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.

Working Conditions

This position is hybrid (in office and telework) and will require scheduled in-office days to be established with your supervisor in accordance with Department Policy. Telework options will be dependent on operational need.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Sara Clementi
(916) 210-6816
sara.clementi@doj.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:
EEO Officer
(916) 210-7580
EERROffice@doj.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.

Statement of Qualifications

All interested applicants must submit a completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with the application package: typed in Arial 12-point font, single-spaced with one-inch margins, titled "Statement of Qualifications" with your name and page number on each page, and no longer than two pages.

Each SOQ question must be numbered and stated in its entirety, followed by your response in the same order identified below. Application packages received without the SOQ addressed as stated above will be disqualified.

1. Describe how your experience and qualifications make you the best candidate for this position.
2. You have been hired to supervise one of three Executive Unit teams who are the administrative support to a legal roster of 500+ staff. Please describe your short- and long-term goals for your unit. What do you wish to accomplish over the first few weeks, months, and long-term?
3. Please describe your leadership/management philosophy in developing your team and in holding staff to high expectations.

Additional Information on Application Filing

Please note, if using the United States Postal Service for delivery, there is no guarantee that your application will be date stamped and will arrive by the final filing date. If your application does not have a postmark or date stamp and arrives after the final filing date, your application will not be accepted. Therefore, to ensure timely delivery of your application, it is recommended that you use either electronic delivery, parcel service, or certified mail. Using one of these options will provide proof of delivery prior to the final filing date.

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.

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. Benefits

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