The Water Resource Control Engineer (WRCE) will be a driving force in a rapidly growing program dedicated to protecting California's water resources while revitalizing communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead impactful work through two major statewide initiatives:

• The Orphan Site Cleanup Fund (OSCF) - providing grants that accelerate cleanup at abandoned or financially challenged UST sites, clearing the path for safe redevelopment.
• The Cleanup and Abatement Account (CAA) Program - a separate, high-visibility funding program that supports critical water-quality cleanup projects, often targeting disadvantaged communities that have historically been overlooked.

As a WRCE, you'll help turn contaminated properties into community assets by guiding grant-funded cleanup projects, evaluating proposals, and supporting stakeholders who are working toward environmental restoration and redevelopment goals. This is a mission-driven role with statewide reach-perfect for candidates who want to make tangible, meaningful change.

While experience with site assessment or remediation is beneficial, you don't need deep or highly specialized technical expertise to excel in this role. What truly drives success is your ability to think critically, communicate clearly, manage projects with confidence, and stay focused on the mission: protecting public health, expanding cleanup opportunities, and lifting up disadvantaged communities through responsible, strategic use of OSCF and CAA resources. This position is ideal for candidates who bring strong judgment, initiative, and a commitment to making real, community-centered impact.

In this role, you will:

• Review and evaluate technical documents, data, proposals, and action plans that shape cleanup strategies under both OSCF and CAA programs.

• Directly support community groups, local governments, consultants, and internal teams with professional, timely guidance.

• Help advance environmental justice by prioritizing projects in disadvantaged and overburdened communities.

• Support redevelopment efforts statewide by helping transform blighted properties into safer, usable land.

• Participate in occasional field visits to improve project understanding and strengthen decision-making.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow professionally, lead high-impact work, and help steer millions of dollars in funding toward communities that need it most, this WRCE position offers a truly rewarding opportunity.

The WRCE position is with the State Water Resources Control Board's Division of Financial Assistance in the UST Cleanup Fund Branch. The office is located at 801 K Street, Sacramento.

The applicants can review the Duty Statement attached.

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

Working Conditions

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position .

In accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and GC 14200, the successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Proof of residency may be required.

Salary Information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. E mployees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee's monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-533590

Position #(s):
880-550-3846-085

Working Title:
Water Resource Control Engineer

Classification:
WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER $6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A
$7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B
$9,137.00 - $11,437.00 C
$9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Special Requirements
In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:

• RPA# 26-550-054 in the "Examination or Job Title(s)" section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
• Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility)

Must have Water Resource Control Engineer list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. (This is subject to change based on classification). Here is the link to the exam: https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHRPublic/Search/ExamSearch.aspx .

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members .

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

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: 10/14/2026
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).

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:

State Water Resources Control Board
Attn: Human Resource Branch - Danielle Klemencic
1001 I Street, 18th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

State Water Resources Control Board

Human Resource Branch - Danielle Klemencic
1001 I Street, 18th Floor

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 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 - Please see below for specific requirements
• Other - Cover Letter is required and must be included

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:

• Knowledge and experience in conducting investigations and remediation of multiple contaminants in various media including soil, soil gas, and groundwater.
• Experience in organizing and conducting field investigations and facility inspections.
• An understanding of the contaminants fate and transport in the environment and their impacts on the water resources and principles governing the movement of contaminants in groundwater basins.
• Experience reviewing environmental workplans and reports.
• Knowledge and/or experience with project management.
• Ability to consistently apply good judgment in analyzing water quality issues.
• Work independently and in cooperation with other technical staff; follow through on commitments; organize and set priorities; and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Good computer (Excel, Word, Access, and Power Point) and writing skills.
• Knowledge of regulations related to the protection of water resources, public health, and environment.

Benefits
Water Board employees may be eligible for benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most permanent, full-time employees, and some permanent, part-time employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and may be subject to collective bargaining agreements negotiated between the State of California and employee organizations that define wages, hours, and terms and conditions of employment. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx and Health Benefits | CalPERS

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Danielle Klemencic
(916) 319-8293
[email protected]
Hiring Unit Contact:
Robert LHeureux
(916) 322-5488
[email protected]

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:
Shyla Hoffman
(916) 341-5881
[email protected]
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.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as d