IT Contract/Acquisition Specialist

About the role

The incumbent serves in the capacity of an Information Technology (IT) Procurement Specialist to Department of Justice’s (DOJ) California Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division executive management, executive staff, and CJIS customers. The incumbent performs complex tasks related to IT procurements and projects at the lead level.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert on the most complex analytical and consultative projects relating to information technology procurement, project and service contracts, legislation, and special projects.
• Represents the Department in setting IT procurement policies with the State’s control agencies and DOJ clients.
• Performs cost and price analysis on IT hardware and/or services in support of feasibility studies for DOJ delegated and non-delegated IT projects.
• Acts as a Subject Matter Expert on the most complex analytical and consultative projects relating to information technology procurement, project and service contracts, legislation, and special projects.
• Develops and implements acquisition and project processes and procedures from initiation, planning, execution, through award.

Qualifications

The incumbent requires innovative problem solving and exercises a high degree of initiative and independence during the performance of assignments. The incumbent must have a deep knowledge of the Department’s Programs, IT infrastructure, and systems.

Skills

The incumbent must possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with procurement software is preferred.

Benefits

The position offers competitive compensation, including a range of salary options based on qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include:

• Flexible paid leave options
• Consistent wage increases
• Pension retirement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A, with potential for advancement to higher ranges based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a standard workweek of Monday through Friday.