Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8am on Monday, October 14, 2024*.

In your cover letter, please describe your motivation for pursuing a role in Contracts, outline your relevant qualifications, and express your enthusiasm for learning and development in this area.

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Managing Director of Contracts, Procurement and Accounts Payable, with additional lead work direction from the Manager of Contracts and Procurement, the Contract Analyst performs varied administrative, technical and analytical duties in support of the day-to-day operations for the Purchasing department. The incumbent contributes to the completion of broad and more complex organizational or program projects and goals, and performs a full range of work related to all aspects of Contract Administration activities including analyzing, coordinating, writing and reviewing contract/agreements. The incumbent is responsible for the preparation and oversight of requests for Proposals and Public Work Bids for the University and Auxiliaries. In addition, the incumbent performs strategic sourcing to achieve cost savings, collects and maintains a variety of records and reports related to assigned activities, and performs related duties as assigned. The incumbent serves as a liaison and main resource for students, staff, faculty, department, and community, in diverse and complex matters requiring a comprehensive knowledge on policy, procedure, and practice. Contacts involve interaction with all levels inside and outside the university, and may include dealing with sensitive and confidential information. 

Key Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysts, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs, plus two years of related experience.  Degree in Contract Management, Public Administration or related field and three or more years of demonstrated experience involving wringing specifications, processing contracts highly preferred. An understanding of  Small Business Enterprises and Disabled Veterans Business Enterprises Incentives and strategic sourcing concepts with an overall goal of cost saving opportunities is preferred. Advanced proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required. Advanced proficiency with Adobe ODF Suite required. Knowledge of Jaggaer and PeopleSoft preferred. Experience with construction projects and software license agreements preferred. 

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $4,598 to $5,834 a month. This is a full time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

Supplemental Information

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. 

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all faculty, staff, administrators, and students who are accessing campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to continue to help us protect and maintain a healthy Seawolf Community. More information related to campus level requirements can be found here: https://risk.sonoma.edu/covid-compliance-and-monitoring-office.

CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

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