IT Acquisitions Analyst

Job Description and Duties The California Air Resources Board (CARB), referred to as "The Board", is a dynamic and innovative leader in setting and implementing controls to protect and improve air quality for the citizens of California. The Board's scientific and technical programs rely extensively on web-based information systems. The mission of the Office of Information Services (OIS) is to leverage the most effective information technologies available to achieve CARB and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) program goals. The mission includes ensuring such technologies are professionally managed, properly maintained and efficiently used. The Portfolio & Project Management Office Branch (PPMO) is responsible for leading the most complex CARB Information Technology (IT) projects and contracts. CARB’s IT PPMO branch manages an average of more than $100 million in IT projects and contracts each year and promotes the use of standardized project management methodologies and best practices throughout the organization. The IT Procurement Contracts & Reporting Section (ITPCRS) is responsible for managing complex and sensitive IT Services and Goods acquisitions. ITPCRS manages and oversees the planning, projecting, and executing of all IT acquisitions (e.g., Request for Proposal, (RFP), Request for Offers (RFO), Request for Quotations (RFQ) and Invitation for Bids (IFB)). Develops, facilitates, and communicates with Program staff to draft the Statement of Work. Selects the best IT acquisition strategy, obtains quotes, and develops the hardware/software acquisition completely; ensures appropriate approvals and signatures are obtained, funds are available, and IT acquisitions are processed accurately, timely, and within budget while ensuring all documents sustain any type of audit. Oversee the OIS budgeting process, legislative bill reviews, and approve expenditures. Under direction of the IT Supervisor II (IT Sup II) of the ITPCRS within the PPMO, the IT Specialist I (ITS I) manages complex IT-related contracts, including services agreements, software licenses, and hardware maintenance contracts. This position works on the complex, high -risk, politically sensitive, and high-cost IT procurements. The ITS I researches, analyzes, determines and/or recommends solicitation vehicles/methods to utilize for formal or informal IT Goods and/or Services procurements such as, RFPs, RFOs, RFQs, etc. The ITS I conducts business activities in a professional manner leading to superior customer satisfaction and delivers services meeting or exceeding customer expectations. The ITS I is responsible for individual decisions and actions while working on systems using best practices and innovative technologies. See attached Duty Statement for more information. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resources Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required. The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee shall receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours PLP 2025 leave credits, monthly. The salary range(s) included in the job advertisement do not reflect the 3 percent reduction in pay.

• Position located in a high-rise building.
• Requires being stationary, consistent with office work, for extended periods.
• Standard office environment (artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)
• Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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• Duty Statement Department Information This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.; for more information about E-Verify, please go to www.dhs.gov/e-verify CARB values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment where employees from various backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. CARB believes the diversity of our employees collectively makes up one of the world’s most respected environmental organizations. CARB offers various modern interview options, including remote phone and video interviews. Join CARB and help us improve the lives of all Californians.

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http://www.arb.ca.gov Special Requirements Applicants must include a Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) for this recruitment. Applications without an SQ or including an SQ that does not directly answer all the items below will not be considered. Cover letters and resumes do not take the place of the SQ. Maximum number of pages: 2 (Arial font, 12 point, single spaced, 1-inch margins)

1. Demonstrate your experience working with IT procurement and contracts, developing Statements of Work and contract language.
2. Provide an example of your ability to communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of departmental staff, as well as external entities, including directorate and management.
3. Demonstrate your experience working with control agencies, such as the Department of General Services (DGS) and/or the Department of Technology (CDT) or comparable external or private sector experience.
4. Describe your experience working on a complex procurement. What made it complex? What was the outcome?

The SQ must be in the following format to be considered:

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4. Question Answer 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 in taking initiative and easily adapting to multiple assignments with the ability to meet critical deadlines with changing priorities. •Ability to determine the appropriate spending authority for Departmental IT procurement activities in compliance with SAM, SCM, California Department of Technology (CDT), and Department of General Services (DGS) requirements.

• Team player who is able to build rapport with customers, co-workers, and management.
• Demonstrate a service-oriented, customer relations-sensitive attitude.
• Ability to work with technical and non-technical staff, and bridge communications between various stakeholders.
• Ability to research, understand, interpret, and articulate applicable laws, rules, and regulations and provide clear, concise, and effective written actions and documentation to support decisions.

Benefits

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

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility Experience and Education For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted. If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position. Additional Instructions for Mailing or Drop-Off Application Packages Applying electronically via CalCareers is highly recommended. If submitting hardcopy applications (mail/drop-off), please email Monica.Walden@arb.ca.gov with the JC number in the subject line to confirm submission. Your email will serve as a time stamp that a document was dropped off before the final filing date. Drop-off applications must be received, and date stamped by 5:00 PM on the final filing date. NOTE: Applicants must not include Social Security Numbers, LEAP status information or paperwork, Equal Employment Opportunity information, exam result notices or scores, or medical or criminal history information on any document within their application package.