Job Posting: Contracts and Procurement Manager

“Love the California coast, the environment, and managing contracts and procurement?  This might be the job for you!”

This is a repost. If you have already applied for this job vacancy, your application is still being considered. You do not need to resubmit an application. 

The Coastal Conservancy is recruiting for a Staff Service Manager I (SSM I) who will be leading our Contracts & Procurement team to join our team.

The State Coastal Conservancy values diversity at all levels of the organization and is committed to fostering an environment in which employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees and their unique ideas inspire innovative solutions to further our mission of protecting and enhancing California’s coast and ocean for present and future generations.

Staff Service Manager I

Under the general direction of the Director of Fiscal Services (SSM II), the SSM I is responsible for the supervision & management of the Conservancy’s contracting, purchasing and outgoing grants functions. This position supervises, trains, and reviews the performance of the Contracts & Procurement staff. Responsibilities are carried out with a significant degree of independence, working independently and in a team, exercising sound judgment, analysis, and discretion. Learn more here.

The position reports to the SCC head office located in Oakland, CA., and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule.

Final Filing Date 05/14/2023

The salary for this position is $6,563.00 – $8,153.00 per Month

Steps to apply:

1. Create a CalCareers Account
2. Visit the job announcement at:

• JC-361654 – SSM I – Contracts and Procurement Manager

3. Review the Duty Statement (if the duty statement does not open, try opening it in a different internet browser).
4. On the Job Control Listing, click Apply Now to launch the CA STD 678, which is the State of California’s official State Application for job vacancies.
5. If any, answer questions/prompts on the CA STD 678 and upload all required documents before submitting the application:

• State Application STD 678 – make sure to fill out all sections (resume will not be reviewed/considered)
• Unofficial Transcripts or Diploma (if applicable)
• Cover Letter

6. Verify that the CA STD 678 has been “Submitted” in your CalCareer account.

Other resources for applying for a job with the State:

Department of General Services: How to Apply for a State Job

CalPERS: How to Apply for a State Job

CalCareers: Help

State of CA Civil Service Pay Scale