SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES
Part-time,
Sacramento County, CA, USA
USD 11,437-14,315 / month
Job Posting: Senior Engineer, WR (Specialist)
Department of Water Resources
SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES
$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 10/21/2026
Job Description and Duties
As a Permanent Intermittent position, the incumbent will work less than 1,500 hours per year which is approximately 4 days per week on average.
Come join our team and help us improve the development and execution of public works construction contracts for the Department of Water Resources (DWR). These contracts are essential for DWR to manage and maintain California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible and sustainable way. By joining DWR you will also contribute to future generations in a workplace environment that prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, and values environmental stewardship. At DWR you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and professional growth—including training, organizational memberships, and an elite network of collaborative colleagues dedicated to excellence.
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 27 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.
Under the direction of the Public Works Contracting Section Manager (Traditional Delivery), the incumbent serves as a non-supervisory specialist in public works construction contracting for water-related infrastructure. The incumbent will provide technical guidance and review, help implement new tools and techniques, and develop quality control measures to facilitate delivery of infrastructure improvements efficiently and effectively within an approved budget, while also complying with all applicable rules, regulations, and best practices.
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
Department Information
Division of Engineering, Project and Program Delivery, Public Works Contracting Branch, Traditional Delivery Section, 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: https://water.ca.gov/
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 https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Possession of a valid driver’s license when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
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: 10/21/2026Who May 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
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.
- Other - Cover Letter
Desirable Qualifications
Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter that demonstrates:
- Technical Ability: Proficiency in preparing, reviewing, interpreting, and applying engineering drawings and specifications for construction contracts. Experience with project delivery with construction and knowledge of construction projects and safety standards.
- Analytical Problem-Solving: Interpret legal codes, regulations, and guidelines while reviewing and developing recommendations for procurement and execution of public works contracts.
- Autonomy, Initiative and Judgment: Ability to work effectively and proactively under minimal direct supervision while maintaining a high level of professional accountability. Experience with policy development and implementation and quality control.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Proven capacity to work cooperatively and constructively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Communication Excellence: Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly and concisely articulate engineering concepts.
Benefits
Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.
Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
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
Special Instructions
Submit a completed Standard State Application (Std. 678), cover letter, and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). A notation or reference to other materials such as a resume or the application will not be considered. Please reference the SAP Position #50105905 and Job Control #532333 on your application, cover letter, and SOQ. Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process.
Submittal of Statement of Qualifications (SOQ):
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages, using 12-point Arial font. Please include specific examples while addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below separately and in order.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Knowledge and experience preparing and reviewing construction contracts, specifications and drawings.
- Knowledge and experience in project delivery, design, and/or construction.
- Experience in policy development and implementation as related to design, construction, or procurement.
- Knowledge and experience with quality control measures as related to public works contracting.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including preparing technical reports and presentations.
The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.
Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.
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 ENGIINEER, 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.
