Andrea Pedraza
Salinas
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at the State of California, adept in budget management and contract negotiation. Proven track record in vendor management and labor compliance, delivering efficient procurement solutions. Skilled in data analysis and committed to fostering collaboration, ensuring project alignment and compliance across diverse teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
State of California, Department of Transportation
San Luis Obispo
11.2023 - Current
- Effectively planned and managed budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Coordinated with external vendors to negotiate pricing agreements and obtain competitive quotes.
- Provided expert guidance on contractual matters, including dispute resolution and termination clauses.
- Reviewed supplier and vendor invoices for accuracy prior to payment authorization.
- Coordinated and directed pre-bid activities with contractors to ensure project alignment.
- Maintained comprehensive procurement activity records in alignment with company policies.
- Utilized state-issued Cal-Card for efficient procurement of supplies and equipment.
- Led labor compliance initiatives for all administrative facilities service contracts.
- Train other departmental employees on procurement practices.
Staff Services Analyst
State of California, Department of Transportation
Salinas
08.2008 - 11.2023
- Analyzed department contracting manuals and statewide contracts for compliance and renewal processes.
- Conducted research and compiled data to prepare comprehensive scopes of work for service contracts.
- Drafted memos, letters, and budget documents utilizing Microsoft Word and spreadsheet applications.
- Coordinated and directed pre-bid activities with contractors to ensure project alignment.
- Participated in new hire interview panels to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
- Utilized issued Cal-Card while adhering to all purchasing policies.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing scopes of work for state service contracts.
- Maintained knowledge of bargaining units' memorandums of understanding (MOU) and related protocols.
Office Technician
State of California, Department of Transportation
Salinas
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Conducted new employee orientations to facilitate smooth onboarding processes.
- Performed time and attendance procedures, including daily timekeeping and auditing leave balances.
- Entered new and transferring employees into time and pay systems for accurate record keeping.
- Assisted employees with insurance benefit forms, including NDI, FMLA, and IDL submissions.
- Resolved time and pay issues to ensure employee satisfaction and compliance.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Managed customer service duties by addressing public phone calls, walk-ins, and complaints.
- Created spreadsheet reports for overtime usage while maintaining departmental records.
Office Assistant
State of California, Department of Corrections
Soledad
07.2004 - 06.2005
- Prepared inmate files for transfers to other institutions and generated transfer schedules.
- Assigned inmate files to CCRAs for transfer audits, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Created temporary files for out-to-court inmates and maintained accurate records.
- Managed intake of incoming inmate files for CCRAs to conduct intake audits.
- Ensured completeness and accuracy of transfer documents in inmate files.
- Organized inmate files with institution bar codes for efficient shelving.
- Prepared parolee files for release and assigned them to CCRAs for parole audits.
- Boxed and shipped inmate files to designated parole locations efficiently.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management Labor Compliance
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHSome College (No Degree) - Business Management
Heald Business College
Salinas, CASkills
- Budget management
- Contract negotiation
- Data analysis
- State Procurement practices
- Vendor management
- Administrative support
- Labor Compliance
Timeline
Associate Governmental Program Analyst
State of California, Department of Transportation
11.2023 - Current
Staff Services Analyst
State of California, Department of Transportation
08.2008 - 11.2023
Office Technician
State of California, Department of Transportation
06.2005 - 08.2008
Office Assistant
State of California, Department of Corrections
07.2004 - 06.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management Labor Compliance
Eastern Gateway Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Heald Business College
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