Entry Level System Administrator Jobs in California

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description Performs work to enable effective sourcing and contract administration and management in support of Metro's acquisition strategies. Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 28, 2026.

The dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties Summarizes technical specifications for Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitation for Bids (IFBs); performs cost/price analyses on contractor proposals and bids Plans procurement processes and assists user departments with setting schedules Schedules advertising and announcement of RFPs and IFBs Holds pre-proposal and bid conferences to answer questions Leads proposal and bid evaluation teams; evaluates proposals and bids, including cost/price analysis Prepares award recommendations for management Attends various meetings, including pre-bid and post-bid debriefings Monitors contract compliance and negotiates amendments and/or change orders; establishes pricing/negotiation strategies Analyzes cost/price elements in contractor proposals, bids, amendments, or change orders Determines market effect on pricing Resolves problems and disagreements between contractors and user departments Converts purchase requisitions to Awards (Purchase Orders) in Metro's online system, including change orders and modifications Negotiates contract costs, terms, and conditions with vendors Prepares reports and correspondence Reviews and approves contractor invoices Assists new vendors with requirements of the procurement process Conducts closeout actions upon contract completion, such as final audit, payment, etc

Provides guidance and assistance to new or entry-level employees May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Education Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience Three years of relevant experience performing complex contract administration work; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Professional certification from National Contract Management Association (NCMA), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Institute for Supply Management (ISM), or equivalent preferred Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity.

These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.

The following are the preferred qualifications: Experience conducting the procurement of new contracts and post award administration, including experience with heavy construction and/or environmental contracts. Experience conducting solicitation processes of Request for Proposal (RFP) and Invitation for Bid (IFB), including A/E (Architect-Engineer) solicitations. Experience performing cost/price analysis on bids and proposals.

Experience analyzing and negotiating contract costs and terms. Experience delivering clear and concise oral and written communication to convey contract requirements. Essential Knowledge Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices of professional services or construction contract administration for public agencies Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations governing public procurement and complex professional or heavy construction contract administration processes Statistical and cost/price analysis Supply chain, procurement, and purchase to pay concepts Applicable business software applications Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Performing complex contract administration and management work Analyzing situations and identifying and resolving problems Producing statistical and financial reports Mediating and negotiating Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Interview and evaluate contract proposal respondents Perform cost/price analysis Represent Metro before the public Prepare reports, contracts, specifications, correspondence, RFPs and IFBs Compile and analyze complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, and budgets Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required (EY) Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability.

Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro

All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered

*Open to the public and all Metro employees This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.