Job Posting: Land and Water Use Section Manager

Department of Water Resources

JC-455975
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Land and Water Use Section Manager
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)

$10,538.00 - $13,100.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 12/12/2024

Job Description and Duties

DWR's Northern Region Office is dedicated to fostering a positive influence on Northern California's environment and communities.  As a Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory), you will join a community of committed professionals collaborating to support programs and partners throughout the region.  We thrive in a technically focused environment, constantly refining our skills, and making a tangible impact in the regions we serve.

 

Under the direction of an Environmental Program Manager I, in the Land and Water Use Section of the Watershed and Environmental Assessment Branch, Division of Regional Assistance (Division), Northern Region Office (NRO), the Senior Environmental Scientist (Supervisory) coordinates the activities and supervises a team responsible for urban and agricultural land and water use data collection, analysis, planning, water balance studies, and climate data collection.  This position is responsible for leading, guiding, and stewarding an ongoing program to collect, organize, and analyze regional land and water use data that is high quality and supports planning and sustainable water management programs, including establishing and maintaining cooperative relations with representatives of federal, State, local, tribal, and nongovernmental organizations.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-455975
Position #(s):
844-300-0764-501
Working Title:
Land and Water Use Section Manager
Classification:
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPERVISORY)
$10,538.00 - $13,100.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Tehama County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Facility:
Mailing Address

Department Information

Regional Assistance/Northern Region Office, Watershed and Environmental Assessment Branch, Land and Water Use Section, Red Bluff

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 +diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov

Free career consultation services including one-on-one State career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by experienced recruiters are now available at the California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) Career Center, located at the Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.  Walk-ins are welcome every Tuesday and Thursday from 11am-4pm.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license to drive a personal, rental, or State vehicle to meetings, conferences, trainings or project sites.

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: 12/12/2024

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:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
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:


The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong background in areas related to land and water use and possess the skills and aspiration to lead and supervise a section that is dedicated to producing high quality data that supports sustainable water management for a resilient and equitable future.  Specific desirable qualifications include verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work with and lead a multi-disciplinary team, proficiency with Microsoft Office, databases, and GIS programs, and effective presentation skills.

Benefits

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.  The Northern Region Office is ideally located just a short distance from both Redding and Chico, ensuring a convenient commute.  Situated alongside the Sacramento River, Red Bluff is only an hour away from the breathtaking Lassen Volcanic National Park and 90 minutes from the picturesque slopes of Mt. Shasta.  For those seeking a coastal experience, Arcata is accessible via a scenic three-hour drive.  Additionally, our workspace offers the benefit of complimentary parking and a contemporary office layout that surpasses traditional cubicles.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kim Burns
(530) 489-8088
kim.burns@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
weo@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

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), and resume. Please reference SAP Position #50003028 and Job Control #455975 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

 

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

 

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

 

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: SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST (SUPV)

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.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
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