BARGAINING UNIT 1, 4, AND 11 - - POST & BID MAIN PAGE

Accounting Administrator I (Supervisor) ($5079-6127) - Division of Fiscal Services, Water Project Bill Processing & Analysis Office, Bill Analysis Section, Sacramento (Final Filling Date: 07/07/09). Under the general supervision of the Accounting Administrator II, the incumbent manages the Bill Analysis Section in the Water Project Bill Processing & Analysis Office. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: responsible for managing and directing the workload of four subordinate professional level accountants engaged in the invoicing, analysis, and collections of the Department’s customers for the State Water Project (SWP). Directs the invoicing, reconciliation, research, review, and analysis developed by staff or requested by management. Incumbent will research and provide recommendations, and implement solutions on a variety of complex accounting requirements, policies, procedures, and issues. Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Microsoft Excel and Word experience required. Desirable Qualifications: SAP Experience, strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Contact: Maricella Flores, (916) 653-6892, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 804, Sacramento, California 95814.

Associate Governmental Program Analyst ($4400- 5348) - Executive Division, Office of Workforce (OWE) Equality, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). Under supervision of the Office of Workforce Equality Chief and lead of the Senior Investigator, the incumbent must use a variety of analytical techniques to resolve complex equal employment opportunity issues; develop and evaluate alternatives; negotiate settlements; conduct research; collect and analyze data; present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing; construct letters and reports for the signature of high-level administrators and the director; consult with and advise management and employees on a wide variety of equal employment opportunity subject-matter areas; and gain and maintain the confidence and cooperation of those contacted during the course of work. Position requires incumbent to maintain consistent and regular attendance, possess excellent writing and analytical skills, knowledge of equal employment opportunity issues; organize and complete assignments efficiently and timely; ability to communicate effectively; exercise good judgment; maintain confidentiality; and travel statewide.

Contact: Karen Parr (916) 653-4641, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 630, Sacramento, California 95814.

Electrical Engineer ($4608-6409) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Systems Support Office, Project Operations Center Engineering Section, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/07/09). Assist in conducting technical engineering studies related to the operation and maintenance of the Joint Operations Center (JOC) and the Department back-up facility. Conduct less complex electrical engineering studies and analysis necessary to support the State Water Project (SWP) business initiatives such as Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) Cyber-Security Infrastructure Program (CIP), California Independent System Operator's (CAISO) Market Redesign and Technical Upgrade (MRTU) project as well as analysis of systems and data sources that support the scheduling and implementation of water and energy operations for the SWP. Desirable Qualifications: good analytical skills, work cooperatively with others and possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.

Contact: Dan Hester (916) 574-2683, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room LL-80, Sacramento, California 95821.

Electrical Engineer ($4608-6409) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Systems Support Office, Project Operations Center Engineering Section, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/07/09). Perform less complex engineering analysis based on NERC/WECC CIP Standards and the POC‘s Control Center infrastructure to ensure compliance. This analysis includes the review of engineering drawings and specifications, the development of documentation, verification, monitoring and reporting CIP compliance. Desirable Qualifications: good analytical skills, work cooperatively with others and possess good written, verbal, and interpersonal communications skills.

Contact: Jessica Roles (916) 574-2681, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room LL-80, Sacramento, California 95821.

Electrical Engineer ($4608-6409) or Associate Control Engineer ($7496-9103) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Control Systems Branch, Supervisory Control Section, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/08/09). Provide expertise in real-time control system design, development, and implementation practices for the State Water Project SCADA system. Perform engineering analysis of control system requirements and conditions and then design, develop, implement, and document appropriate technical solutions. Document, develop, and adhere to standards/guidelines with respect to the system architecture, software, hardware, control strategies, operator displays, and communications systems of the State Water Project's SCADA control systems and equipment. Work with stakeholder groups to build consensus solutions. Desirable Qualifications: Good analytical skills and judgment, takes initiative, provides team leadership, and possesses strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Contact:  Jessica Roles (916) 574-2681, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 300, Sacramento, California 95821.

Environmental Program Manager I (Supervisory) ($6275-7575) - FloodSAFE Environmental Stewardship and Statewide Resources Office, Central Valley Flood Protection Planning Branch, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/07/09). Working closely with State, federal, and local partners and interested participants, the incumbent will be responsible for biological and environmental planning work activities leading to incorporation of an environmental stewardship approach to a comprehensive Central Valley Flood Protection Plan, as required in the Central valley Flood protection Act of 2008. The incumbent will develop measures to allow for natural floodplain processes, reducing mitigation requirements, and incorporating measures o accommodate effects of climate change. The incumbent will lead a Habitat/Ecosystem Work Group in a collaborative process to help identify appropriate actions that could be included in a Conservation Strategy, including setback levees, bypasses, reserves for mitigation, and other actions and direct and oversee a variety of ecological work conducted by consultants. The incumbent will work closely with representatives of State and federal resource regulatory agencies as well as environmental interest groups to identify appropriate environmentally sound components of the CVFP Plan.

Contact: Melanie Baillie (916) 653-6520, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 1140-3, Sacramento, California 95814.

Environmental Scientist ($3077-5711) - Division of Environmental Services, Environmental Water Quality & Estuarine Studies Branch, West Sacramento (Final Filing date: until filled). Under the direction of the Section Chief, the incumbent conducts studies on the biota of the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta such as the Pelagic Organism Decline investigation. In this capacity, the incumbent will develop study designs, participate in the completion of field studies, complete data analyses, review and prepare reports, present study results to scientific colleagues including State and federal agencies. Desirable Qualifications: Interest in fisheries and biological issues in the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta; basic knowledge and experience with use of computers for daily activities, use of databases and statistical/modeling software packages; publications; and strong writing and presentation skills. This position is located at the new DWR facility in West Sacramento.

Contact: Ted Sommer (916) 376-9759, 3500 Industrial Blvd, West Sacramento, California 95691.

Environmental Scientist ($3077-5711) - Division of Flood Management, Flood Protection Corridor and Floodway Corridor Grant Programs, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: Until Filled) Participate in identifying, evaluating, screening, and ranking candidate projects for the Flood Protection Corridor and the Floodway Corridor grant programs. Assist with tracking project progress and expenditures, monitoring project activities, evaluating results, communicating with grantees, and periodic reporting. Desirable Qualifications: Knowledge of floodplain ecology, project management, public outreach, computerized mapping, grant administration, and the California Environmental Quality Act. The ability to write and communicate effectively is also highly desirable.

Contact: Marti Kie (916) 574-0381 or mkie@water.ca.gov, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 150, Sacramento, California 95821.

Fish and Wildlife Technician ($2779-3506) - 3 Positions Available - Division of Environmental Services, Environmental Water Quality & Estuarine Studies Branch, West Sacramento (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). The incumbent will assist staff with the collection and maintenance of data on fish, biota, water quality, and other ecological information in the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta for the Interagency Ecological program and the Environmental Monitoring Program. Incumbents will deploy and retrieve a variety of biological sampling gear on land, from shore, and from vessels or commercial vehicles. Prepare sampling gear and collection vessels as required and process collected samples. Identify, count, measure, and record biological information on target organisms. Operate trucks, cars, boats, and other vehicles as necessary. Design and construct, order, repair, and maintain sampling equipment as necessary. Desirable Qualifications: Interest in fisheries and biological issues in the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta; knowledge and experience with sampling methods, sampling equipment, and computers.

Contact: Laura Hamilton (916) 376-9697, 3500 Industrial Blvd, West Sacramento, California 95691.

Office Assistant (Typing) ($2143 - $2826) - Executive Division, Office of the Chief Counsel, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/14/09). Serve as receptionist and provide clerical support to the OCC staff. Perform timekeeping duties, including required actions in SAP. As Training and Travel Coordinator, prepare Appraisal and Development packages, process training requests and other training related materials. Responsible for mail distribution and tracking of controlled mail and other correspondence. Desirable Qualifications: Ability to assume increasing responsibilities and experience working in a legal office are highly desirable.

Contact:  Ilona Millhone (916) 651-0886, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 1104-2B, Sacramento, California 95814.

Office Technician (Typing) ($2686-3264) - Executive Division, Office of Workforce Equality, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). The Office of Workforce Equality (OWE), Department of Water Resources, is seeking a qualified applicant to work as an Office Technician (Typing) in the Executive Office. Under the general direction of the Chief, the Office Technician (Typing) is responsible for providing detailed and sensitive public contact, clerical support for the Chief, staff, and office, and independent origination of correspondence involving the knowledge and application of detailed regulations, policies and procedural duties for the Office of Workforce Equality.

Contact:  Karen Parr (916) 653-4641, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 630, Sacramento, California 95814.

Research Program Specialist I (Economics) ($4833-5874) - Division of Planning and Local Assistance, Statewide Water Planning Branch, Economic Analysis, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/14/09). Under general direction of the Research Manager III, the incumbent will perform economic justification and financial feasibility studies for the Central Valley Flood Management Planning Program. Although the incumbent will be organizationally located within the Economic Analysis Section, the incumbent will be functionally assigned to the Division of Flood Management and will assist management with the development of the Central Valley Flood Protection Plan and will provide specialized economics and financial input for that program and other related flood and watershed management programs. The incumbent is required to apply specialized methods and models for flood risk management economic analyses and work cooperatively with professionals in many disciplines and organizations. Must maintain regular, consistent, and predictable attendance, and exercise good judgment. Desirable Qualifications: Excellent oral and written communication skills; organizational management skills; ability to set and manage priorities to ensure timely completion of work; able to work independently and as a team member; and knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Contact:  Steve Cowdin (916) 653-8166 or scowdin@water.ca.gov, 901 P Street, 2nd Floor, Sacramento, California 95814.

Senior Engineer, Water Resources ($7377-8965) - FloodSAFE Environmental Stewardship and Statewide Resources Office, Environmental Restoration and Enhancement, Delta Ecosystem, Sacramento (Final File Date: 07/07/2009). This challenging and rewarding position combines engineering and planning for flood protection and habitat restoration in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The successful candidate will be a key member of a senior interdisciplinary team working to implement innovative approaches to levee maintenance and habitat restoration in the Delta and Suisun Marsh. As part of the Delta Levees Program, duties will include: managing levee improvement projects in the Suisun Marsh; managing environmental enhancement projects in the Delta; and providing technical engineering and planning oversight for habitat projects, in conjunction with local flood control agencies. Desirable Qualifications include superior written and oral communication skills, familiarity with levee design and construction techniques, knowledge of environmental permitting processes and restoration techniques, and strong project management and fiscal control skills.

Contact:  Ted Frink (916) 651-9617, 901 P Street, Second Floor, Sacramento, California 95814..

Senior Hydroelectric Power Utility Engineer (Specialist) ($8122 - $9870) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Plant Asset Management Office, Engineering and Test Branch, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 07/09/09). The candidate will be the lead technical individual to support the Division of Operation and Maintenance field divisions with primary responsibility for tabulating, analyzing, and trending electrical/mechanical testing data to optimize the SWP units operations and maintenance. The incumbent will initiate and prepare specialized test procedures, reports, and correspondence to effectively communicate issues, conditions, and recommendations for corrective/preventive measures. Incumbent will function in the capacity of a team leader to oversee implementation of tests programs and system-wide uniformity, make recommendations regarding equipment condition as needed. The incumbent must have in-depth knowledge and working experience with most current industry standards and electrical/mechanical testing programs used by hydroelectric utility industry. Incumbent will be involved with hands-on testing programs to ensure that the Department is compliant with the regulatory requirements of NERC and WECC. Desirable Qualifications: Strong written and oral communication skills; experience in design, installation, and testing of the most up to date technology in Hydroelectric facility electrical/mechanical testing requirements; work cooperatively with others and be polite and courteous to others; ability to function as a team member and communicate tactfully and effectively with others; maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance; and exercise good judgment.

Contact:  Saeid Raoufi, (916) 324-0133, 909 S Street, Sacramento, California 95811.

Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) ($11.55 - $17.28/hour) - SWP Power and Risk Office, Transmission Planning Branch, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 07/14/2009). Under close supervision of the Supervising Hydroelectric Power Utility Engineer, in a trainee capacity, and with guidance of the three Branch Senior HEPU Engineers, assists the Transmission Planning Branch with routine technical support activities related to engineering and economic analysis of electrical transmission facilities, transmission service rates, transmission congestion, and transmission contracts utilized by the State Water Project. Desirable Qualifications: Maintain consistent and regular attendance; organize and complete assignments timely; ability to communicate effectively; strong interpersonal skills; and strong knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite and other software programs. Engineering majors are encouraged to apply.

Contact: Jim Carroll (916) 574-2649, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 300, Sacramento, California 95821.

Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) ($11.55 - $17.28/hour) - Division of Engineering, Office of the Chief, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filling Date: 7/07/09). Under close supervision of the Assistant Division Chief and in a trainee capacity, the Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) assists in the duties of the Office of the Chief related to the contract administration for construction contracts related to the State Water Project. Incumbent will assist in review of Quarterly Project Status report and in development and maintenance of safety related spreadsheets. Desirable Qualifications: Engineering major, excellent verbal and written communications skills and proficiency in writing and Microsoft office software.

Contact: Veronica Banuelos, (916) 653-7819, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 406-5B, Sacramento, CA 94814.

Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) ($11.55 - $17.28/hour) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Plant Asset Management Office, Plant Operations and Maintenance Branch, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 07/06/09). The candidate will assist the protective relaying group with collecting and entering a variety of data and reports pertaining to relay maintenance, testing and settings into the relay database. This position requires the incumbent to work cooperatively with others; maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance; and exercise good judgment. Desirable Qualifications: familiarity with databases, analytical and organizational skills, experience with spreadsheets and word processing. Students majoring in electrical engineering are encouraged to apply.

Contact: Mike Ramsey, (916) 653-7679, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 631, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) ($11.55 - $17.28/hour) - Two positions available – Division of Operations and Maintenance, SWP Operations & Control Office, Control Systems Branch, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 07/06/09). Under close supervision of the Senior Control Engineer, and with guidance from an Associate Control Engineer, assist with the support of computer hardware and software for the control system upgrade/replacement projects. Desirable Qualifications: Excellent communication, writing and computer skills are highly desirable. Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering major are encouraged to apply.

Contact: Jessica Roles (916) 574-2681, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 300, Sacramento, California 95821.

Student Assistant – ($8.41-11.20/hour) - Division of Engineering, Administrative Services Branch. Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 07/07/09). Assist in updating the Division of Engineering’s (DOE) Policies and Procedures; researching rules and regulations; drafting correspondence, flow charts and spreadsheet; analyzing, updating and reviewing the Divisions' monthly cost center and quarterly status reports. Answer telephones and take clear and concise messages, make photocopies, distribute incoming and outgoing mail. Desirable Qualifications: Business Administration major, ability to operate a personal computer and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Contact: Veronica Banuelos (916) 653-7819, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 406-5B, Sacramento, California 95814.

Student Assistant – ($8.41-11.20/hour) - Two Positions Available - Division of Environmental Services, Interagency Information System Services, West Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). Under supervision as a trainee, incumbent will assist staff in development and maintenance of Client Server applications:, Web page creation and maintenance, and IT Technical documentation. Assist Project Managers to support DES data management tasks and activities. Must know MS Word and MS Excel. Desirable Qualifications: Prefer knowledge and experience with MS Access, MS Project, Dreamweaver and other tools to create and maintain websites following DWR standards. Students majoring in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and Business Administration are encouraged to apply. Free parking.

Contact: Kelly Doan, kdoan@water.ca.gov, (916) 376-9815, 3500 Industrial Blvd., 2nd Floor, West Sacramento, California 95691.

Student Assistant – ($8.41-11.20/hour) - Operations & Maintenance, SWP Energy Management Systems Branch, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 7/6/09). Assists the POC Engineering Section with routine technical support activities related to engineering analyses and cost forecasts of project to support the State Water Project. The position will assist in technical staff with daily activities supporting the operations of the State Water Project. IT majors with server and operating system skills encouraged to apply.

Contact: Jessica Roles (916) 574-2681, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 300, Sacramento, California 95821.

Supervising Engineer, Water Resources ($8097-9842) - Division of Safety of Dams, Design Engineering Branch, Design Section 2, Sacramento, Financial Disclosure Required (Final Filing Date: 07/09/09). Plan, organize, direct, and monitor the activities of a Design Branch Section. Incumbent is responsible for independent technical analyses of dams and appurtenant structures. Manage the review of design documents and approval of plans and specifications for the construction of new dams, alteration or enlargement of existing dams, and modifications to existing facilities. Participate in efforts to advance .
the state-of-practice for dam engineering. Strong technical capabilities and experience are required in the fields of geotechnical, structural, hydrology, seismology, and hydraulic engineering in order to supervise staff working on a variety of complex projects. Desirable qualifications: Good oral and written communications skills; organizational and supervisory skills are necessary to work effectively with colleagues, dam owners, consultants, and researchers.

Contact: Stacey Matamoros (916) 227-4640 or staceym@water.ca.gov, 2200 X Street, Suite 200, Sacramento, California 95818.

Water Resources Engineering Associate (Supervisor) ($4964 - 6031) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, San Luis Field Division, Operations Branch, Gustine (Final Filing Date: 07/08/09). Supervises the remote and on-site operations of all water control structures, such as flood control spillways, aqueduct control structures, stream releases, canal turn-ins and turn-outs. Receives water delivery requests from water contractors, calculates water flows and is responsible for making water releases as required. Desirable Qualifications: Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and onto open valves; lift, carry, and move objects of up to 50 pounds. Incumbent must possess a valid California Drivers License.

Contact: Carmen Borelli (209) 827-5413, 31770 Gonzaga Road, Gustine, California 95322-9737.