Manager: Technical Assistance Unit

Job Description and Duties

Under general direction of the Risk Assessment and Mapping Section (RAMS) Manager, the Senior Engineer, Water Resources, serves as manager of the technical assistance unit. The position oversees Risk assessment and mapping technical assistance services to State, federal and local agencies to advance statewide floodplain management program of the Department of Water Resources.

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Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver's license.

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:

Strong knowledge and background of the California watersheds, hydrologic systems, dams and reservoir systems, floodplains and flood management systems, and floodplain management programs are highly desirable. Knowledge and experience working with local flood communities, State and federal partners in floodplain risk management are desirable. The incumbent should also possess a comprehensive understanding of the Central Valley flood control system and function with technical expertise and practical experience specific to hydrologic and hydraulic modeling applications in engineering studies that support floodplain risk assessment and Mapping programs and flood planning, and feasibility studies. Candidates with a strong background in Geographic Information System and data systems is preferable. Proficiency in computer applications and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software for statewide flood risk assessment technical services is required. Candidates with excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, and good coordination and partnership building skills are highly preferred. Experience in leading diverse teams for collaborative flood mitigation projects is desirable.

Benefits

to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. Incumbent will gain unique experience on risk assessment, and modeling and mapping technical assistance services for the entire State in diverse geographic, geologic and hydrologic settings, and have a good opportunity to work with federal, State and local agencies for flood risk reduction throughout the State. The incumbent will get unique opportunities to provide technical assistance support to a robust risk awareness and mitigation activities for diverse communities within the State. Click here to read about some of our other outstanding benefits for eligible employees. Free Parking.

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Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ), cover letter and resume. Please reference SAP Position #50027524 and Job Control #527216 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The SOQ should be no more than two pages in 12-point Arial font that addresses the candidate’s experience and education as it relates to the specific functions of the position.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.

This JC-527216 replaces JC-519254. If you applied for JC-519254, you will need to re-apply to be considered.

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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 - Cover Letter
• Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.