Engineer, Water Resources

The Public Works Contracting Branch is responsible for the development, procurement, negotiation, and administration of Collaborative Delivery contracts for the entire Department of Water Resources (DWR). Very few jobs allow you to gain real experience and knowledge working on some of DWR's most complex and largest public works projects or have a real role supporting the work across the entire Department. This can include construction projects to repair and improve canals, pipelines, and dams, or secure technical expertise for engineering design, complex numerical modeling, or environmental compliance and regulatory support. The work environment is fast-paced and rewarding. By joining DWR, you will contribute to future generations in a workplace environment that embraces diversity and one that takes its environmental stewardship seriously. You will become part of the DWR Team, which prevents and responds to floods, droughts and catastrophic events throughout California; plans for the future climate change impacts, water needs and flood protection for its people; generates hydroelectric power; plans, constructs, and operates water management facilities; provides recreational opportunities; and is a world class safety organization.

At DWR you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth-including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable and professional colleagues all of which collaborate for project success.

We hope you'll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our State Water Project team and help deliver water to over 26 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Under the general direction of the Supervising Engineer, Water Resources, the incumbent will work in a collaborative environment to perform technical functions related to procuring, awarding, and administering Construction Manager / General Contractor (CMGC) contracts awarded pursuant to PCC 10112 et seq., Fixed Price Design-Build Contracts (FPDB) and Progressive Design-Build (PDB) pursuant to PCC 10200 et seq. and 10215 et seq., respectively; and for the management of the Collaborative Delivery contracts.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ENGINEER, WATER RESOURCES

Additional Documents

Position Details Job Code # :

JC-495420

Position #(s) : 843-330-3137-XXX

Working Title :

Engineer, Water Resources

Classification :

ENGINEER, WATER RESOURCES $6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A

$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B

$8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C

$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D

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

# of Positions : Work Location :

Sacramento County

Telework : Hybrid

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Engineering, Planning. Management, and Delivery Branch , Public Work Contract Section, Collaborative Delivery Unit, Sacramento

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Department Website :

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application / resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via .

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle. The incumbent may be requested to travel and perform duties at a job-site location. Travel via air and vehicle, which may involve driving a pick-up truck off road, usually on rugged terrain to and from job sites.

Applicants must be able to travel on short notices including overnight lodging on some assignments and be willing to work irregular and extended hours during outages or emergencies.

Range D incumbents in this classification must possess a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

The Department of Water Resources is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date : 11 / 24 / 2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and / or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination / Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below :

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to :

Department of Water Resources

Mailing Address

Attn : Division of Human Resources

P.O. Box 1079

Sacramento , CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at :

Department of Water Resources

Submit in Person

Certification Desk

715 P Street, 7th floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

08 : 00 AM - 04 : 30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job :

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate :

We are seeking a candidate with experience and knowledge of the technical work being conducted in DWR's various Programs, Offices, and Divisions; experience in Public Works and contract development and administration, which includes experience in developing robust Scopes of Work that describe the work to be done, task orders, description of deliverables, budget, and schedule; experience in working with Contractors, determining and reviewing appropriate Contractor Selection Criteria; and experience in evaluating Statements for Qualifications submitted by perspective Contractors.

The ideal candidate will have experience and be familiar with a variety of engineering disciplines (Civil, Structural, Mech, Electrical, Environmental); have the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in a written format in a team environment; have excellent interpersonal skills; be productive, hard-working, and be effective both autonomously and as a collaborative member of a team to meet difficult goals; have a proven track record of working with, and meeting tight time frames; be a champion for continuous improvement and be able to represent herself / himself / themself as a representative of DWR to clients and interested parties; have excellent writing and documenting skills; be detail and quality oriented; possess collaborative solution-oriented problem-solving skills; and be able to manage multiple tasks and projects at once. Experience with managing or working with construction contractors is a plus. Our ideal candidate will also have an expert-level knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project).

Benefits

Click here to read about some of the benefits available to eligible employees. We're also located right next to Light Rail for an easy commute - we'll even reimburse you for a portion of your monthly public transit pass!

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact :

Sofia Khan

(916) 764-9689

sofia.khan@water.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact :

Office of Civil Rights

(916) 653-6952

civilrights@water.ca.gov

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.

Special Instructions

Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application (STD 678) along with a cover letter, resume, and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire. A Supplemental Questionnaire is a separate document that is no longer than 2 pages, single-spaced, with 12-point Arial font. Please address the following in the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Please reference the SAP Position Number 50002949 and Job Control Number 495420 in the "examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.

You are not required to be on an eligibility list at the time you apply for this position. Simply submit your application today using the provided instructions. List eligibility will eventually be required, however, prior to hiring.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered : List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA / Surplus, and training and development assignment.

Training in Development (T&D) will be considered.

Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process. Resumes and cover letters are both required but do not take the place of the Supplemental Questionnaire..

Click here to complete DWR's Recruitment Survey . This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination / Assessment

For more information about the State hiring process, click here . To learn more about how to get a State job, click here .

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination / assessment.

Click the examination(s) / assessment(s) information link : ENGINEER, WATER RESOURCES

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.