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Form of workCome join our amazing Program Control team! The Program Control Section (PCS) is responsible for fiscal and program control activities for the Division of Engineering (DOE) and the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Enterprise financial activities in construction contract payments as well as Architectural and Engineering (A&E) Buyers functions. PCS plays a lead role in the management of DOE's planning and budgeting activities and oversees many specific budget areas. PCS serves as an informational and training hub for the functions in its business area and coordinates closely with other divisions and program control groups throughout DWR.
Under the general direction of the PCS Manager, the Staff Services Manager I will supervise analytical staff performing financial activities related to buyers functions, construction contract payments, as well as assist in planning and monitoring divisional budgets. As a working-level supervisor, independently perform the most difficult and sensitive work assignments related to the division's interactions on financial management activities of the State Water Project and other DWR divisions and programs.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-418935
Position #(s):
843-329-4800-500
Working Title:
Staff Services Manager
Classification:
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I $6,760.00 - $8,398.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Division of Engineering / Planning, Management & Delivery (PMD) / Project Management Branch / Program Control 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 +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-3pm.
Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle. Travel to field offices may require overnight travel.
Must be able to maintain and handle sensitive information confidentially, tactfully and professionally. The activities require a broad background in fiscal disciplines such as accounting and budgeting as they relate to State Service and the Department in general as well as a strong technical understanding of current computer hardware and software applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Access.
Good communication skills, both oral and written, are essential.
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.
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: 3/21/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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
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
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 - 3 pages max, typed document in Arial 12 pt font.
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:
- Detail-oriented, effective communicator who can build solid working relationships with management, peers, staff, and clients.
- Possess the interpersonal skills and professional demeanor necessary to effectively supervise staff, encourage a collaborative team environment, and provide superior customer service.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities ensuring management and client needs are addressed;
- ability to lead collaborative team, assignment, and brainstorming meetings;
- knowledge of and ability to exercise independent judgment in making decisions and taking action in accordance with Government Codes, Public Contract Code, State laws and Department policies and procedures including the rules, regulations and policies governing State Contract Authority and related fiscal obligations, personnel and human resources;
- strong written and verbal communication, experience developing and providing presentations and training;
- understanding of data analysis and SAP or other complex programs that store relational data and information;
- experience in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access, and PowerBI; and
- the ability to effectively control confidential and sensitive issues.
Benefits
Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. We're also located right next to Light Rail for an easy commute - we'll even reimburse you for a portion of your monthly public transit pass!
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Nicolaus Seppi
(916) 764-9763
nicolaus.seppi@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 Workforce Equality
(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 Standard State Application (Std. 678), resume, and a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) to the address shown. A SOQ is a minimum one page, maximum 3 pages in length, single-spaced and 12-point Arial font document that addresses the candidate's education and experience as it relates to the duties listed in this job advertisement. A notation or reference to other materials such as a resume or the application, will not be considered. Please reference the SAP Position #50002723 and Job Control #418935 on your application, resume and SOQ.
Failure to provide requested documents and information may result in automatic disqualification from the hiring process . A resume is required but does not take the place of the SOQ or full application package.
You are not required to be on an eligibility list at the time you apply for this position. Simply submit your application today using the provided instructions. List eligibility will eventually be required, however, prior to hiring. You may qualify for list eligibility at any time prior to hiring by visiting www.calcareers.ca.gov , clicking on Exam/Assessment Search, and searching for the exam based on the classification indicated in the job advertisement.
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 view the job application process video, click here .
List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.
Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link.
STAFF SERVICES MANAGER I
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.
