BARGAINING UNIT 11 - - POST & BID MAIN PAGE

Associate Governmental Program Analyst ($4400-5348) or Staff Services Analyst (General) ($2817-4446) - Division of Flood Management, Administrative and Program Analysis Branch, Program Control Unit, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/22/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. In support of the Division of Flood Management, Administrative and Program Analysis Branch, Program Control Unit, this position provides in-depth fiscal analytical support for complex budget assignments and drills.  Incumbent has a strong knowledge and understanding of the State budget process.  Desirable Qualifications:  Well organized, strong oral and written communication skills, spreadsheet and database experience, and proficient in SAP; ability to work independently on specific and/or large tasks and in a team environment, and able to maintain a high degree of initiative, good interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to multi-task.  Interested applicants must submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) with complete work history along with the required completed Supplemental Questionnaire.  To be considered for this position, please include the following identifying information on your STD. 678 Employment Application:  SAP Position Number 50032780.

Contact: Edith Vallincourt (916) 574-2642, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Suite 120, Sacramento, California  95821.

Associate Land Agent ($4619-5616) or Right of Way Agent ($3106-4670) - Division of Engineering, Real Estate Branch, Appraisals Section, Sacramento  (Financial Disclosure Required) (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. This position is responsible for completing routine and progressively more difficult real property appraisals, appraisal reviews, and property estimates necessary to complete Department of Water Resources and Central Valley Flood Protection Board projects. As Section workload changes, work in other Real Estate Branch Sections may be required on a temporary basis.  Desirable Qualifications:  Appraisal review experience; knowledge of the three approaches to valuation; ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others, including the public and other governmental agencies.    Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application (STD 678), a Statement of Qualifications, and a Supplemental Questionnaire.  A Statement of Qualifications is a separate one-page document typed in Arial 12 pt font that addresses the candidates experience and education as it relates to the Desirable Qualifications listed on the job advertisement.

Contact: Patricia Schroeder (916) 653-7469 or pschroed@water.ca.gov, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 415, Sacramento, California  95814.

Engineer, Water Resources ($4608-8379) - Division of Flood Management, Flood Operations Branch, Flood System Analysis Section, Sacramento (Final Filing Date:   05/30/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Incumbent is responsible for reviewing and analyzing technical engineering reports and field documentation on levees and other flood control facilities throughout the State and identifying deficiencies in the flood control system.  Assist in the development and compilation of an annual flood system status report and on-going engineering data collection efforts within the Hydrology and Flood Operations Office.  This position supports the State-Federal Flood Operations Center during water-related emergencies and can be a very dynamic working environment.  Desirable Qualifications:  Civil engineer with geotechnical knowledge/experience with regards to evaluating levees, foundations, compacted soil structures; strong oral and written communication and presentation skills; knowledge of the Sacramento-San Joaquin flood control system and excellent computer and analytical skills.  To be considered for this position, please include the following identifying information on your STD. 678 Employment Application:  SAP Position Number 50033757.

Contact: Edie Vallincourt (916) 574-2642, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 120, Sacramento, California  95821.

Engineering Geologist ($4608-8422) - Division of Engineering, Geotechnical Services Branch, Project Geology Section, West Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/23/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Join a team of highly-motivated professionals that are doing real geology!  We offer a balance of field and office work related to the State Water Project that extends all across California.  Conduct field exploration including mapping, drilling, and trenching; prepare geologic maps and cross sections; evaluate faulting and seismicity; direct contractors in the field; inspect construction sites, perform research, organize diverse and complex data; write clear and concise reports.  Desirable Qualifications:  Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, MicroStation, gINT, and GIS are a plus.  Please submit a STD 678, resume', and list of references to Rob Barry at the email address below.  Candidates may be required to prepare and present a PowerPoint presentation illustrating their engineering geology experience.

Contact: Rob Barry (916) 376-9874 or rbarry@water.ca.gov, 3500 Industrial Boulevard, West Sacramento, California  95691.

Hydroelectric Plant Electrician II ($5577-6914) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, San Joaquin Field Division, Bakersfield (Final Filing Date: 05/25/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze.Exercises lead responsibility by directing and working with a crew engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment in hydroelectric generating or pumping plants.  Must be available for off-peak operations, maintenance or emergency repairs.  Desirable Qualifications: Good communication skills, knowledge of SAP time reporting and general computer skills.  This position is designated a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing.

Contact: Curtis Wada (661) 858-5556, 4201 Sabodan Street, Bakersfield, California 93313.

Junior Engineering Technician ($2274-3339) - Division of Integrated Regional Water Management, Northern Region Office (NRO), Regional Planning Branch, Data Collection & Management Section, Red Bluff  (Final Filing Date: 05/22/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Assist in collecting and maintaining groundwater data and Water Well Completion Report files.  Duties include measuring groundwater levels in wells, QA/QC the well data, and enter into databases.  Scan and file well documents and records, retrieve and archive Water Well Completion Reports. Desirable qualifications:  ability to work cooperatively with all staff and the public and be able to follow instructions and pay attention to detail. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Arcview are also desirable.  Interested applicants must submit a completed State Application (STD 678), cover letter, and resume.

Contact: Bill Ehorn (530) 528-7403 or behorn@water.ca.gov, 2400 Main Street, Red Bluff, California  96080.

Junior Engineering Technician ($2274-3339) - Division of Engineering, Construction Branch, Contract Development Section, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/23/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Perform a variety of routine and non-professional tasks related to CADD drawings and drawing file management, construction contract administration, and construction-related reports and correspondence.  Update CADD indexes and electronically scan, organize and maintain construction-related drawings.  Desirable qualifications:  Excellent writing skills; CADD experience; ability to follow directions, flexibly move from one task to another, and meet deadlines.

Contact: Jim Veres (916) 653-4867, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 418, Sacramento, California  95814.

Office Technician (Typing) ($2686-3264) - Executive Division, Hydropower License Planning and Compliance Office, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/29/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Prepares and distributes draft/final memoranda, letters, meeting agendas and summaries, and other forms of correspondence.  Reviews all outgoing correspondence for format, grammar, and accuracy in conformance with departmental standards; arranges meetings with private and public organizations; makes travel arrangements and prepares travel expense claims.  Serves as timekeeper, training coordinator, and purchasing coordinator.  Desirable qualifications:  Self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), attention to details, knowledge of SAP, good judgment, and ability to work cooperatively with others.

Contact: Sue Larsen (916) 654-6640, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 1155, Sacramento, California 95814.

Office Technician (Typing) ($2686-3264) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, Administrative Services Office, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/24/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Under direct supervision of the Staff Services Manager I, incumbent is responsible for performing assigned secretarial duties and clerical support duties to complete routine business, exercising a high degree of independence with a minimum of supervision.  Responsible for coordinating, tracking, preparing, and typing various types of correspondence and other pertinent documents.  Also acts as a back up to other clerical staff as well as the secretary to the Office Chief and Division Chief.  Desirable Qualifications:  This position requires a high degree of accuracy, regular and consistent attendance ability to multi-task, and to pay particular attention to detail.  Good judgment, initiative, tact, and the ability to communicate effectively with management and staff at all levels are also required.  Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application (STD 678) and resume.

Contact: Mary Rowe (916) 653-7068 or mrowe@water.ca.gov, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 605, Sacramento, California  95814.

Office Technician (Typing) ($2686-3264) - Division of Engineering, Administrative Services Branch, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/22/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. This position reports directly to the Administrative Services Branch (ASB) Chief, maintains ASB Chief's calendar, and provides all clerical support services Chief may require.  Serves as Division's lead timekeeper, and backs-up the Office of the Chief support staff as needed.  Prepares and finalizes memoranda, letters, reports, forms, and other documents from written or typed material. Answers phones, maintains confidential administrative files, logs incoming and outgoing documents for ASB Chief's signature, maintains tickler file of items requiring follow-up.  Desirable Qualifications: Excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills and professionalism; previous SAP experience and/or training, especially regarding timekeeping; proficiency in Word and Excel; and experience providing reliable administrative support for a very busy office.

Contact: Ashley Glisan (916) 653-7368 or aglisan@water.ca.gov, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 406-10, Sacramento, California  95814.

Personnel Supervisor I ($3658-4446) - Division of Management Services, Human Resources Office, Payroll, Benefits and SAP Administration, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/17/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Are you looking for challenging and meaningful work? Do you want to gain experience using SAP before SCO goes live with the State's new payroll system? If so, this is the place for you and we are located right in front of light rail!! Position is responsible for supervision of a staff of Personnel Specialists performing personnel, payroll and benefit transactions functions.  Provides one-on-one training and technical assistance; reviews staff's transactions to ensure compliance with control agencies laws, rules, MOU's, and departmental policies and procedures pertaining to a variety of personnel transactions; reviews updates/revisions to various Personnel manuals; provides recommendations to management to improve transactions processes, procedures, practices and delivery of services.  Desirable Qualifications: Ability to multitask, apply laws, rules, regulations, and bargaining contract provisions concerning personnel transactions; ability to organize and prioritize work; ability to create correspondence.  Possess essential personal qualifications including initiative, dependability, good judgment, and the ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain good working relationships with all staff levels, and the ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate strong leadership and supervision.  Familiarity with SAP is a plus and good attendance is essential.  This classification receives a Recruitment and Retention Pay Differential after twelve (12) consecutive qualifying pay periods.

Contact: Victoria Whipkey (916) 654-1080, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 305, Sacramento, California  95814.

Senior Land Agent (Specia list) ($5441-6613) - Division of Engineering, Delta Engineering Branch, Real Estate Services, Sacramento (Financial Disclosure Required) (Final Filing Date: 05/18/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze.Under direction of the section chief, the Senior Land Agent Specialist is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the work activities of consultants and other participating units in negotiating for the acquisitions of all types of real property rights statewide to meet rigid construction schedules, and in the proper documentation of such acquisitions and utility relocations.  Desirable Qualifications:  Analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.  Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others, especially the public.  Maintain consistent and regular attendance.  Property acquisitions and/or property management experience and real estate background is also desirable. Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application (STD. 678), resume, and a Statement of Qualifications.  A Statement of Qualifications is a separate one-page document typed in Arial 12 pt font that addresses the candidates experience and education as it relates to the Desirable Qualifications listed on the job advertisement.

Contact: Jessica Rivera (916) 653- 6612 or jrivera@water.ca.gov , 1416 Ninth Street, Room 406, Sacramento, California  95814.

Staff Information Systems Analyst (Specialist) ($5065-6466) - Division of Management Services, Procurement and Contracting Office, Information Technology (IT) Contracting and Purchasing Services Office, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/21/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. The incumbent works with a team of energetic professionals to perform all of the IT contracting and procurement functions for department-wide acquisitions of IT services, hardware, software, and accessories.  Functions as a subject matter expert to bring creative solutions to complex IT contracts and procurements consistent with statutory, regulatory, and procedural requirements.  Acts as project leader or team member on competitive contracting and procurement negotiations; and monitors the completion of IT transactions through the order acceptance and/or receipt of services.  This position requires the incumbent to be able to multi-task; the ability to accept changing priorities based on operational needs, demonstrate initiative, the ability to work independently, and to have excellent organizational, interpersonal, computer, and communication skills; be proficient with the MS Office suite of software.  Desirable qualifications:  Completion of the IT Intermediate Cal-PCA Course and SAP ERP experience.  Possess a thorough understanding and working knowledge of SAM Sections 4800 and 5200, State Contracting Manuals, Volume 1, 2 & 3.  Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application (STD 678), resume, and a one page Statement of Qualifications outlining relevant education and experience.

Contact: Hoang Nguyen (916) 653-8578, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 305, Sacramento, California 95814.

Staff Services Analyst (General) ($2817-4446) - Division of Management Services, Contract Services Office, Sacramento (Final Filing Date: 05/21/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Provide advice, consultation, and direction of contracting methods, and help Department staff with writing and preparing State Water Contracts.  Work cooperatively with DWR managers, supervisors, and analysts; Department of General Services representatives; contractors; bidders; and the public to resolve contract issues.  Desirable qualifications:  Contracting and SAP experience.  Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office software programs.  Interested applicants must submit a State Employment Application, STD 678 along with the required Supplemental Questionnaire.  Candidates selected for an interview will be required to conduct a five minute presentation to the interview panel.

Contact: Hoang Nguyen (916) 653-8578, 1416 Ninth Street, Room 305, Sacramento, California  95814.

Staff Services Analyst (General) ($2817-4446) - Division of Integrated Regional Water Management, Southern Region Office, Administrative Branch, Glendale (Final Filing Date: 05/16/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. The Southern Region Office is in search of an excellent Staff Services Analyst to support the rewarding administrative work for the Southern Region Office.  Under the general supervision of the Chief of the Administrative Branch, the incumbent performs work of average difficulty in a wide variety of consultative and analytical staff services assignments.  Responsibilities include preparing, analyzing, reviewing, and processing procurement documents and requisitions including commodity purchases, IT purchases, and Cal-Card purchases.  Compile, review, analyze, and process South Region Office budget utilizing Enterprise Budget Planning (Cognos), SAP and Excel.  Provide monthly budget expenses versus actual report by using SAP reports and excel spreadsheet.  Assist Program Managers with the preparation of Work Authority Revisions, Internal Order requests and other funding needs.  Develop  and evaluate alternatives, analyze data and present ideas and information effectively, gain and maintain confidence and cooperation of those contacted and during the course of work.  Must work cooperatively and communicate effectively verbally and in writing with the public and staff at all levels within the Department.  Desirable Qualifications: Strong analytical skill, good organizational skills, verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented; well organized; attention to detail, dependable; and have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.

Contact: Yen Huynh (818) 500-1645 ext. 228 or yhuynh@water.ca.gov, 770 Fairmont Avenue, Suite 102, Glendale, California 91203.

Student Assistant (Engineering and Architectural Sciences) ($11.55-17.28/hr) - Division of Flood Management, Hydrology and Flood Operations, Flood Operations Branch, State-Federal Flood Operations Center, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: 05/25/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. The State-Federal Flood Operations Center is looking for an engineering Student Assistant to perform duties to support collection, processing and dissemination of meteorologic/hydrologic information, flood warnings, levee threat assessments and forecasts.  Duties include information technology support, flood emergency operations training and exercise support, hydrologic data collection and calculations, and high water notifications.  Desired Qualifications: These duties will require initiative and good judgment; essential interpersonal skills; computer skills in Windows, spreadsheets, word processing, and databases; and the ability to analyze technical and engineering data.  A current valid California driver’s license is required.  To be considered for this position, please include unofficial transcripts and the following identifying information on your STD. 678 Employment Application:  SAP Position Number 50056758.

Contact:  Edie Vallincourt (916) 574-2642, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Room 120, Sacramento, California,  95821.

Student Assistant ($8.41-11.20/hr) or Graduate Student Assistant ($10.38-15.72) - Division of Statewide Integrated Water Management, Integrated Data and Analysis Brach, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date:  05/24/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Under close supervision and in a trainee capacity, the incumbent will assist Economic Analysis Section staff with gathering and analyzing data on California urban and agricultural water costs for use in the California Water Plan Update and Bay Delta Conservation Plan processes.  Required qualifications:  Major in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Business Administration.  Knowledge of personal computers, including database software, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Word, and Outlook e-mail.  Good oral and written communication skills.  Desirable qualifications: Knowledge of California agriculture and geography.  Undergraduate or graduate students interested in California water issues are encouraged to apply.  If interested, submit unofficial transcripts, standard State application (State Form 678) and resume with references and a writing sample to the contact person listed below.

Contact: Jim Rich (916) 653-6763 or jrich@water.ca.gov, DWR, DSIWM, P.O. Box 942836, Sacramento, California  94236.

Student Assistant ($8.41-11.20/hr) or Graduate Student Assistant ($10.38-15.72) - Division of Statewide Integrated Water Management, Integrated Data and Analysis Branch, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date:  05/24/12). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Under close supervision and in a trainee capacity, the incumbent will analyze economic, hydrologic, ecosystem, and agricultural data and information to provide financing recommendations to Integrated Water Management strategic planning activities in coordination with various Integrated Water Management program managers to support their activities.  Assist development of a long-term strategy for financing public water resources projects by examining long-term program investment needs as provided by Integrated Water Management program managers.  Required qualifications:  Major in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Business Administration.  Knowledge of personal computers, including database software, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Word, and Outlook e-mail.  Good oral and written communication skills.  Desirable qualifications: Knowledge of California agriculture and geography.  Undergraduate or graduate students interested in California water issues are encouraged to apply.    If interested, please submit unofficial transcripts, a standard State application (Form 678), a resume with references, and a writing sample to the contact below.

Contact: Jim Rich (916) 653-6763 or jrich@water.ca.gov, DWR, DSIWM, P.O. Box 942836, Sacramento, California  94236.

Student Assistant ($8.41-11.20/hr) or Graduate Student Assistant ($10.38-15.72) - Division of Flood Management, Hydrology and Flood Operations Office, Flood Operations Branch, Decision Support Section, Sacramento, Temporary Intermittent (Final Filing Date: Until Filled). This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. Under close supervision and in a trainee capacity, the incumbent will provide first-line technical support to Flood Operation Center engineers, research analysts and other users in the use and operation of the Flood Operations Center Information System (FOCIS); assist with tracking issues, troubleshooting bugs, explaining the use of the various features in FOCIS; and assist staff in the maintenance and enhancement such as data entry tasks, updating records, making simple to advanced modifications to the interface, simple maintenance of the database, and routine administration of servers.  Must possess a valid California driver's license and a good driving record.  Must be able to move equipment and supplies.  Desired Qualifications: Experience using HP-UX, Oracle SQL, Perl, HTML, Javascript, AJAX, MS Access, and MS Excel.  Students with majors in Computer Science or Management Information Systems are encouraged to apply.  This position requires the incumbent to work cooperatively and communicate with others, requires initiative and good judgment; essential communication and interpersonal skills; technical skills in manipulating spreadsheets, databases, and web applications; and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot interactions between application modules and technical components.  If interested, please submit unofficial transcripts, a standard State application (Form 678), and a resume with cover letter to the contact below. To be considered for this position, please include the following identifying information on your STD. 678 Employment Application: SAP Position Number 50056864.

Contact: Janice Beeding (916) 574-1391, 3310 El Camino Avenue, Suite 120, Sacramento, California  95821.

Water Resources Technician II ($3922-4766) - Division of Operations and Maintenance, San Luis Field Division, Operations Branch, Coalinga Water Operations Unit, Gustine, 12-month Limited-Term (Final Filing Date: 05/22/12).  This position is exempt from the hiring freeze. As a Water Resources Technician II in the Water Operations and Scheduling Section of the San Luis Field Division, under supervision, does office and field work associated with project water operations in the areas of storage, transportation, distribution and inspection.  Candidate must have a valid California Driver’s License as travel will be required to perform duties of this position.  Position is designated sensitive and subject to substance abuse testing.  Desirable qualifications: Computer skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and able to work well as a team member.  This is a Post & Bid vacancy for Bargaining Unit 11 for lateral transfer of DWR employees.  Other qualified applicants may be considered after the Post & Bid process is completed.  There is a possibility that this position will become permanent.

Contact: Carmen Borelli (209) 827-5321, 31770 Gonzaga Road, Gustine, California  95322-9737.