Contracts and Procurement Analyst I/II

Annual Salary Range: $61,194.00 - $104,603.00
First Review of Applications: November 24, 2025
Expected Start Date: January 2026

Description 

Overview of the Contracts and Procurement Program 

SANDAG conducts more than 65 solicitations on an annual basis and engages with the community and suppliers to maintain a competitive business environment. The 20+ member Contracts and Procurement Services team provide procurement and contract management expertise and is responsible for executing approximately 1,000 contracts each year, with a total value of more than $275 million. 

This team provides the framework, guidance, and expertise to ensure that public dollars are spent prudently and that any contracts for work, services, or equipment are awarded in an open, fair, and competitive environment 

Role

SANDAG is currently hiring a Contracts Analyst to join their team. Contract Analysts concurrently support numerous procurements at various stages of development, the ability to work cooperatively with project managers, contract administrators and vendors and meet deadlines, as well as possess a high level of organization and communication skills to manage multiple deadlines, is integral to the role. These positions will support various types of procurements including the areas such as professional services, construction, operational supplies, Architecture & Engineering services, technology equipment and services, and grant distribution. If you think you would enjoy the challenge of working on diverse procurements and helping project managers successfully navigate procurement laws and policies, this Analyst position may be a great fit for you.  

The contracts analyst position will be filled as a limited term position that is funded for 2 years. 

Typical Qualifications 

• The minimum education, training, and experience qualifications include a bachelor's degree with course work in public administration, business administration, law, or a related field.
• At least one year of professional contracts and procurement experience. A combination of education and recent work experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
• Experience facilitating the procurement of various types of goods and services; ability to review and provide guidance regarding scopes of work, technical specifications, project schedules, cost estimates, project budgets, insurance requirements, and proposal evaluation criteria.
• Knowledge of the rules, regulations, and laws related to public agency contracts; experience with various types of public agency funding sources as it pertains to procurement requirements.
• Experience with financial management, project management, and procurement software is desirable. 

Benefits 

SANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work/life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following:

• Hybrid work options
• 9/80 flexible work schedule
• Pay-for-performance merit increases
• Retirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with Voya
• Excellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependents
• Free dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents
• Education Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employees
• Free transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTER
• Paid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of service

Call (619) 699-1900 or visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandag? for information. First review: November 24. EOE.