IT Contracts and Procurement Analyst

Position Overview

The Sonoma County Information Systems Department (ISD) is seeking a talented IT Contracts and Procurement Analyst.

Starting salary up to $60.72/hour ($126,729/year) and a competitive total compensation package! *

Reporting directly to the Administrative Division Director, this position will join the Procurement and Contracts Team in the Administration Division. The team supports all ISD divisions by managing hardware, software, and licensing procurements, coordinating service tickets, and providing support to approximately 30 County departments and agencies.

• Collaborate with vendors, customer departments, and internal stakeholders
• Review vendor proposals and oversee software licensing, including renewals, compliance tracking, and usage optimization
• Serve as a liaison between IT staff, vendors, and departments to ensure solutions meet operational needs
• Assist with negotiating contracts, pricing, and service terms in coordination with central purchasing and legal staff
• Maintain accurate inventory and documentation of IT assets and licenses
• Work with fiscal staff to align procurement activities with budget planning and fiscal controls, including communication on renewals and contract obligations
• Research products, develop specifications, and recommend purchases
• Partner with IT leadership, procurement, and legal staff on final vendor selection, contract approval, and policy compliance

• Two years of technical professional experience in a multi‑platform information technology environment or one year as an Information Technology Analyst I with the County of Sonoma
• Academic coursework or formal training in computer science, information systems, network systems, or a closely related field
• Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level (a California driver’s license is not required for this position, but valid licensing can be preferred)

• Knowledge of procurement practices such as competitive bidding (RFP/RFQ), contract development, and cooperative purchasing
• Understanding of technology purchasing, including software licensing models (MSA, ELA, subscriptions, renewals)
• Familiarity with public purchasing laws and policies
• General IT knowledge to support hardware, software, and technical specification review
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and proficiency with Excel and financial/purchasing systems
• Strong communication skills for interacting with both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Reliability, collaborative problem solving, and the ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment
• Software license or asset management experience is desired but not required

The position requires access to the Sheriff’s Office or Probation Department facilities, which necessitates a more extensive security clearance performed after hire. Successful completion of the probationary period may be contingent upon passing this clearance, which may include a Personal History Statement packet, Live Scan fingerprint checks, warrant checks, and reference checks.

• Hybrid telework schedule depending on assignment
• Salary advancement after 1,040 hours and annually thereafter up to the top of the salary range
• Paid time off: competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County paid health premium contributions: 100% premium contribution for eligible employee‑only and employee‑+‑family health plan options
• Post‑retirement health reimbursement arrangement with county contributions
• Retirement pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid parental leave up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of employment
• Dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and other benefits
• Student loan debt relief through the U.S. Department of Education Public Service Loan Forgiveness

* Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 Memorandum of Understanding and the Employee Benefits Directory.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.