Section Chief- Business and Acquisition Services

The California State Lottery is looking to fill the exciting role of a Section Chief- Business and Acquisition Services!

If this opportunity would be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply today and join our winning team!

People are drawn to the California State Lottery because we:

• We have a worthy mission that we’re sure you’ll take pride in too.
• Are an energetic, creative, and talented team
• Value diversity and inclusion in the workplace
• Empower team members to bring their knowledge, expertise, and innovation
• Recognize individual and team contributions
• Support the importance of work-life balance
• Invest in the professional development of our team members
• Are dedicated to preserving our environment by lowering our carbon footprint

The California Lottery is a multi-billion-dollar enterprise headquartered in Sacramento. It is one of the few state agencies that is a revenue generator, not accepting taxpayer dollars from the state’s general fund. Our mission is to provide supplemental funding to California schools while simultaneously supporting local communities. Ninety-five cents of every dollar spent by players goes back to local communities in the form of contributions to public schools and colleges, prizes and retailer compensation.

In fiscal year 2023-24, the California Lottery provided over $2 billion in supplemental funding for California public schools, bringing the total contributions to more than $46 billion since we began in 1985. Lottery products are sold at more than 23,000 retail locations throughout the state. Product offerings include an average of 52 fun and entertaining Scratchers games and several draw games such as Powerball, Mega Millions, and SuperLotto Plus and daily games such as Fantasy 5 and Hot Spot.

Job Description and Duties:

Under the general direction of the Business & Acquisition Services Branch Chief, the incumbent oversees the Acquisition Administration Section, including the Contract Administration Services Unit, Procurement Services & Support Unit and the Advanced Requisition Management (ARM) Administrator. The Section provides complex acquisition and contract administration services supporting California State Lottery (Lottery) operations. The incumbent serves as a subject matter expert in procurement and contract administration policies, procedures, systems, and provides leadership to ensure acquisitions are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices while supporting the Lottery’s operational goals. The incumbent provides strategic leadership and represents the Lottery in a professional capacity and meets with Lottery management during the negotiation and resolution of sensitive issues and complex problems in relation to contract agreements. Formulates and recommends comprehensive policies and procedures regarding the handling of sensitive and critical contract and procurement issues. The incumbent is expected to provide excellent customer service and timely responses to internal/external customers, follow through on commitments, and solicit and consider internal/external customer input when completing work assignments.

This position requires a current Supervisor II exam. If you need to take the exam or if your score has expired, click here to gain list eligibility.

This position is headquartered in Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. Employees must be able to report to their assigned headquarters office as assigned. Travel expense to and from the assigned headquarters are the responsibility of the employee. Eligibility for telework requires the employee to reside in California per California Government Code Section 14200 which states: “telecommuting means the partial or total substitution of computers or telecommunication technologies, or both, for the commute to work by employees residing in California.

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

Working Conditions

a. Schedule: Core business hours are between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

b. Travel: Up to 5% may be required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the management and oversight of a state acquisition program including non IT and IT goods/services, informal and formal bidding, contract negotiations, etc.
• Experience with post invoice contract administration including cost reconciliation and compliance with legally binding contract conditions.
• Experience in managing & utilizing performance measures.
• Experience applying continuous monitoring practices.
• Experience evaluating internal controls and applying process improvement practices.
• Experience managing the performance of project activities.
• Experience administering civil service laws, policies and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools, such as contract management software and/or ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems that include procurement.
• Relevant certifications, such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), or California Procurement and Contracting Academy (CalPCA) Executive Acquisition Certificate, a plus.

*Important Note: A Statement of Qualifications is required to submit with your application package in order to be considered.

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