Engineer, Water Resources

Job Posting

Engineer, Water Resources (JC-503065)

Department of Water Resources

Position #:

-002

Classification: ENGINEER, WATER RESOURCES

Salary Range: $6,488.00 - $12,152.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/23/2026

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Are you interested in applying your data analysis and modeling skills to support water resources management in California? Join the Modeling Support Office and take the next step in your career.

The Department of Water Resources’ Modeling Support Office (MSO), Central Valley Modeling Section is seeking qualified candidates to help solve challenges in software development and the application of water resources models. Under the direction of a Senior Engineer, Water Resources, the incumbent will support the application of models like CalSim3, and the development of modeling tools like the Water Resources Integrated Modeling System (WRIMS).

The incumbent will be a team member on multiple water supply planning studies that support a wide variety of Department initiatives.

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

• Engineering, Water Resources

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-503065

Number of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Modeling Support Office, Central Valley Modeling 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.

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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

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: 1/23/2026

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).

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 Cal Career Account At  When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing…