INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

Department of Water Resources

JC-509533

SAP Enterprise System Administrator
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

$4,935.00 - $8,740.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 3/23/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

By Mail

Drop-off

Job Description and Duties

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is recruiting for a talented, enthusiastic, and motivated individual to join its SAP Technical Operations unit as an SAP BASIS Administrator. The SAP BASIS Administrator operates independently while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to provide high-quality support for SAP systems and end-users. This role is responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and administration of SAP environments, ensuring system reliability, performance, security, and compliance with organizational standards. The administrator manages user access, monitors system health, performs routine maintenance tasks, and resolves incidents and service requests within established service-level agreements (SLAs).

As an IT Analyst / IT Specialist I, you will join one of the most innovative and forward-thinking IT teams in California state government. You will work alongside experienced SAP BASIS Administrators to support DWR’s enterprise SAP ERP system within a modern, state-of-the-art technology environment.

If you're ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply and tell us more about your background and experience.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-509533

Position #(s):

840-530-1401-XXX

Working Title:

SAP Enterprise System Administrator

Classification:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE

$4,935.00 - $6,614.00 A

$5,424.00 - $7,270.00 B

$5,930.00 - $7,947.00 C

$6,521.00 - $8,740.00 D

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider:

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Technology Services, SAP Technical Operations, 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, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website:

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

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: 3/23/2026

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).

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 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

Mailing Address

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

Submit in Person

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 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.
• Other - See Supplemental Questionnaire information under Special Instructions below.

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 as a System Administrator in preferably SAP ERP or Linux based environment in an enterprise scale application or in a similar environment.
• Knowledge or understanding of Technical Infrastructure concepts and principles.
• Ability to lead, prioritize, troubleshoot, and remediate technical issues related to daily operations.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong self-motivator, critical thinker, enthusiast, competent learner who can lead independently when required and work cohesively with team as an important team member.
• Some familiarity with scripting and automation tools with a desire to learn and grow with an organization.

Benefits

Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Tina Tran
(916) 801-2351
[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:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
[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.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), Resume, and Supplemental Questionnaire. Please reference SAP Position #50000558 and Job Control #509533 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The submitted Supplemental Questionnaire information must be two (2) pages or less, Arial 12-pt font, and contain the question number with the submitted response.

• Please explain how your education, training, and work experience make you the best fit for this position.

• Explain your understanding of conflict management. Can you share a specific example of a time you faced a conflict in the workplace or school project and how you handled it?

The follow ing basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Examination/Assessment

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATE
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST 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.