Program Manager Contract Jobs in Sacramento, CA (NOW HIRING)

California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

Sacramento, CA Full Time Education Posted 07/22/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the General Counsel, the Contracts Manager is responsible for providing high-level administrative and strategic oversight of the Contracts Oversight Unit. The incumbent makes recommendations to executives, leadership, and legal staff; provides guidance and direction to subordinate staff on the most complex and sensitive contract related issues; and establishes and administers departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with statutory mandates and control agency directives. The incumbent also ensures the effective and efficient administration of the agency’s contracting program.

Employees must reside in CA for a job appointment.

The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on the Chancellor’s Office’s evolving telework policy. The Chancellor’s Office supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to the headquarters office in Sacramento if an urgent need arises.

Hybrid work setting provided.

Ability to make frequent public presentations, both in person and virtually.

Ability to supervise the work of others in a hybrid work setting.

Ability to use standard computer and/or office machines for an extended period of time.

Communicate in a clear and concise manner.

Work in a climate-controlled, open office environment under artificial lighting.

Exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment.

Public speaking and/or presentations are required.

Ability to effectively telework within the state of CA.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

SUPERVISOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement
• Position Details

Job Code #: JC-525730

Position #(s): 364-200-4801-001

Working Title: Contract Manager, Contract Oversight Unit

Classification: SUPERVISOR II

$7,872.00 - $9,781.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: Full Time, Hybrid Work Setting

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Vision 2030 | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu)

The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 2.1 million students attending 116 colleges. Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today’s economy. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.

The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.

The Chancellor’s Office 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 share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive community and we see these values as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well‑being of our staff and the students we serve. View the CO Strategic Plan.

For more information, see http://www.cccco.edu/

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Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) provides detailed information about your experiences and allows the hiring manager to better assess your qualifications for this position. The SOQ demonstrates your ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. This shall address the two questions below and a maximum of three (3) pages, Arial font/size 12.

Describe your experience supervising or leading professional staff responsible for contract or procurement activities. Include your approach to assigning work, coaching employees, managing performance, resolving conflicts, and fostering staff development.

Describe your experience managing complex contracts through the full contract lifecycle, including solicitation, negotiation, execution, administration, amendments, and closeout. Discuss the complexity, dollar value, or scope of the contracts you managed.

Describe a time when you developed, implemented, or improved a contracting policy, procedure, or business process. What issue did you identify, what actions did you take, and what were the results?

Describe your experience ensuring compliance with applicable procurement laws, regulations, and organizational policies. Include an example of how you collaborated with internal or external stakeholders to resolve a complex contracting issue while maintaining compliance.

Resumes and cover letters will not be considered a substitute for the required SOQ. Each response within the SOQ must include reference to the correlating number and/or question.

Please do NOT add any confidential information to your application or supporting documentation such as: Social Security number, Date of Birth, Disability information, LEAP status, examination scores, pictures, etc.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

Final Filing Date: 8/2/2026

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience supervising subordinate staff, specifically in contracts and grants.
• Experience managing complex contracts in a state agency or higher education setting.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, assign work, and resolve personnel and/or operational issues.
• Experience evaluating processes and implementing efficiencies and/or quality improvements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with wide variety of stakeholders: executives, legal counsel, vendors, and program staff.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Chancellor's Office team members are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most team members.

Telework Schedule Options

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $1500 for eligible employees
• Transfer, Training and Advancement Opportunities
• Discounted Public Transit
• Numerous Discounts for CA State employees through LifeMart

Please see the California Department of Human Resources benefits website: http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx for further information.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact:

• Recruitment Team
• (916) 445-7911
• recruitment@cccco.edu

Hiring Unit Contact:

• HR Supervisor
• (916) 445-7911
• recruitment@cccco.edu

EEO Contact:

• Human Resources Office
• (916) 445-7911
• humanresources@cccco.edu

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience supervising subordinate staff, specifically in contracts and grants.
• Experience managing complex contracts in a state agency or higher education setting.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, assign work, and resolve personnel and/or operational issues.
• Experience evaluating processes and implementing efficiencies and/or quality improvements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with wide variety of stakeholders: executives, legal counsel, vendors, and program staff.

The California Community Colleges is the largest system of higher education in the nation, with 1.8 million students attending 116 colleges. Our colleges provide students with the knowledge and background necessary to compete in today’s economy. With a wide range of educational offerings, the colleges provide workforce training, basic courses in English and math, certificate and degree programs and preparation for transfer to four-year institutions.

The mission of the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and the Chancellor's Office is to empower the community colleges through leadership, advocacy and support.