Policy Analyst

Job Title

Under the direction of a Supervisor I, the incumbent performs the more responsible, varied, and complex full journey-level analytical duties in the Division of Procurement and Contracts (DPAC).

The successful candidate must adhere to ethical practices and policies, ensure best value for the State, and demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to providing quality service that is accurate, timely, and exceeds customers' expectations. The incumbent is expected to be an expert on and stay abreast of developments and changes with laws and regulations that can affect the department and/or division; work with customers individually and in task teams to review pertinent data and ensure activities are performed in accordance with State, Federal, and departmental laws, policies, standards, and controls; partner with control agency representatives, Caltrans Legal counsel, and Caltrans Information Technology staff, as necessary to resolve administrative issues and facilitate improvements; accomplish tasks in accordance with all applicable statutes, regulations, and guidelines imposed by State control agencies and established levels of service for DPAC; and communicate findings through reports, memorandums, and presentations.

This is a Limited Term position which may become permanent.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans's evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee's designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.