Under the administrative direction of the Delta Conveyance Office (DCO) Environmental Branch Manager, the Environmental Program Manager 1 (EPM1) Specialist, functioning as the Lead Water Quality Expert Witness, serves as the technical manager and specialist responsible for providing expert testimony, preparing comprehensive reports, and offering professional opinions during the State Water Resources Water Rights Hearing for Change in Point of Diversion (CPOD) for the Delta Conveyance Project (DCP).
This is a 12-month limited term position and may be extended for up to an additional 12 months, for a maximum of 24 months.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (SUPERVISORY)
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-460025
Position #(s):
840-164-0756-990
Working Title:
Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) Specialist
Classification:
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANAGER I (SUPERVISORY) $12,185.00 - $15,148.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
12 Month Limited Term - Full Time
Department Information Executive Division, Delta Conveyance Office, Environmental Compliance & Coordination Branch, 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 +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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills; high-level supervisory, program management, and leadership skills; ability to manage and resolve conflicts and urgent situations. Must possess a valid California Driver's License in to order to drive to various meeting, conference, or project sites. All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. DWR offers a hybrid workplace model that is designed to support a workforce of both office-centered and remote- centered workers. Regular and consistent attendance - whether office-centered or remote-centered - is essential to the successful performance in this position. This position is office-centered which means the incumbent works more than fifty percent of their time monthly in the office.
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: 1/3/2025
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:
- 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.
- Statement of Qualifications - 2 page max, typed document in Arial 12 point font. See Special Instructions for additional details.
- Other - Cover Letter
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 EPM1 is responsible for a broad range of critical water quality expert witness duties essential to the successful completion of the DCP water rights hearing. The incumbent must have the ability to perform high-level technical analysis, work cooperatively with others, maintain regular, consistent, and predictable attendance, and exercise sound judgment. The position requires the incumbent to lead the expert panel, develop effective strategies, and ensure compliance with legal standards. The EPM1 will formulate and recommend water quality policies and procedures to support the State Water Resources Water Rights Hearing for CPOD for the DCP. This includes developing, planning, organizing, overseeing, and directing the compliance efforts for the project, ensuring alignment with the California Water Code and federal regulations such as the Endangered Species Act. The incumbent will direct and oversee consultants and technical staff in the analysis and presentation of water quality data, ensuring the scientific and technical soundness of all testimony and documentation presented.
Benefits Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.
Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
William Hanley
(916) 820-7705
william.hanley@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), cover letter, resume, and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please reference SAP Position # 50103026 and Job Control # JC-460025 in the "examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.
The SOQ should be typewritten in Arial 12 font, single spaced, and no more that two pages in length. The SOQ should describe your experience and qualifications related to preparing for and participating in regulatory hearings as an expert witness. Include specific examples of managing or contributing to testimony preparation, cross-examinations, rebuttals, or panel coordination. Discuss how your expertise supported compliance with regulatory requirements and contributed to successful outcomes. Additionally, highlight your experience leading collaborative research efforts, such as coordinating multidisciplinary teams or synthesizing complex data, to inform strategic decisions or regulatory processes .
The follow 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.
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROG. MGR. I (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.
