JC-464163 - Contracts and Purchasing Analyst
The Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Control Branch is part of the Division of Communicable Disease Control, within the Center for Infectious Diseases, of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
The CDPH is dedicated to protecting and optimizing the health and well-being of California’s diverse people and communities. The mission of CDPH’s STD Control Branch is to reduce the transmission and impact of sexually transmitted infections (STI), mpox and viral hepatitis in California, particularly among communities disproportionately affected by these infections. Because diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of our public health work, STD Control Branch embraces and values the contributions of all communities across California to fulfill our public health mission.
In collaboration with local health jurisdictions and other community partners in public and private sectors, STD Control Branch supports equitable STI, mpox and viral hepatitis prevention and control efforts by providing statewide leadership, policy, guidelines, training, technical assistance, surge capacity and outbreak response; and by supporting safety-net service delivery in priority settings and populations.
Department Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Pages/About.aspx
Branch Website: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/STD.aspx
This is a Full-Time Limited Term (LT) position through January 31, 2026, and may become permanent.
This position supports the California Department of Public Health’s (CDPH) mission and strategic plan by serving as a skilled professional with independent responsibility for carrying out a variety of complex assignments in a fast-paced program. The Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) serves as point of contact for local health departments (LHDs), including grants and contract management functions. The AGPA provides technical assistance to the LHDs, municipalities, regional entities, private businesses, volunteer organizations, and state agencies to ensure these organizations meet the goals, objectives, and benchmarks of their grants and contracts. The position will assist with purchase orders, service orders, and a variety of administrative drills. Up to 5% in-state travel is required.
This position is headquartered in Sacramento, CA. The candidate will be required to report to the headquarters office on their first day. All commute expenses to the headquarters office will be the responsibility of the employee.
This position is eligible for hybrid telework and is required to report to the headquarters office with minimal notification. The amount of telework allowed is at the discretion of the Department and based on Telework Policy and Procedures.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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:
- Knowledge of contract and procurement administration and principles of business management
- Ability to research, apply, and articulate applicable regulations, laws, and policies
- Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
- Experience interpreting data, solving programmatic and administrative problems
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with Branch staff as well as administrative personnel in the Department and other agencies, exercising tact, resourcefulness, and good judgment
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.
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=464163
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.