The CDSS IT Services Contracts Section provides IT procurement services to a large Department with many statewide programs. This position supports CDSS in IT procurement activities with direction from the SSM II; the Specialist is responsible for conducting research, compiling data, and analyzing results that will be used to create completed staff work that supports Information Technology (IT) procurements development. The Specialist will provide excellent customer service to fellow CDSS programs and outside sources including the vendor community, control agencies, and other governmental agencies.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This work location is very convenient! The CDSS is located two blocks from the light rail and public transportation: within walking distance to the State Capitol, parks, restaurants, farmer’s markets and the Golden 1 Arena. Our building has easy access to I-5, Highway 50, and Highway 80.
This position is eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order N-22-25 and at the sole discretion of the Department of Social Services under California Government Code Section 14200. All telework schedules are subject to change and may be re-evaluated at any time. The incumbent will be expected to report for in office work and attend work related in-person events as deemed operationally necessary. Telework does not change the terms and conditions of employment, the essential functions of job duties, or required compliance with the CDSS policies. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PLEASE NOTE: A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE SUBMITTED ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Do not include any confidential information on any documents (i.e., application, resume, or transcripts) you submit for this job vacancy. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents include but is not limited to: Social Security Number (SSN), birthday and/or age, photos, student/other ID number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, exam results, LEAP status, and marital status. Confidential information submitted via a CalCareer Account (electronic application) is automatically redacted upon submission.

APPLICATION PACKAGES RECEIVED WITHOUT A STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATION (SOQ) WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. A RESUME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IN LIEU OF THE SOQ.

Please format on 8.5” x 11”, 12-point, Arial font, single spaced on no more than three (3) pages. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is a written narrative, which demonstrates your skills, experience, and training as they relate to the job duty statement and your ability to perform the duties of an SSM I (Specialist), as described in the Duty Statement. This also serves as documentation of your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) with your STD. 678. The SOQ must address the questions below, in order. Clearly label the SOQ with your name and re-state each question preceding each response. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered.
1. Describe your experience providing technical assistance related to procurement and contracting to program staff, all levels of management, and executive leadership.
2. Describe your work experience in researching, interpreting, and applying policies and procedures. Include any experience applying State Contracting Manual (SCM), State Administrative Manual (SAM), Government Codes, Public Contact Codes (PCC), and interacting with control agencies.
3. Describe your experience working with customer service and what it means to you. If you have had any difficult situations with customers, how did you resolve?
4. Describe your experience providing solutions to complex issues. Include at least one specific example.
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY ON THE APPLICATION FORM (STD 678). YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THE HIRING AND SELECTION PROCESS IF THE EMPLOYMENT HISTORY IS NOT COMPLETE. RESUMES WILL NOT TAKE THE PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT HISTORY.

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. If selected, you may be required to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.
Training and Development assignments may be considered based on the availability of eligible candidates and are subject to approval by the Hiring Authority prior to appointment. Training and Development assignments are temporary in nature and shall not exceed twenty-four (24) months.
Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview, but they must provide proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.
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: 9/26/2025

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