SUPERVISOR I

Job Description and Duties

*This is a continuance of a previous advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.*

Are you looking for challenging and meaningful work in a fast-paced environment? If so, this is the place for you!

As a working-level supervisor, the incumbent will supervise, plan, organize, and direct the day-to-day personnel, payroll and benefit activities in the Payroll and Benefits unit who perform the full range of personnel, payroll, and benefit transactions, position control, reorganizations, various reporting, SAP Human Resources Administration functions along with various special project assignments or implementation of governmental mandates, audits and drills. Perform all aspects of supervision and training of all staff directly and/or through subordinate supervisors, while balancing administrative duties and special projects.

Your responsibilities primarily include:

• Supervise and train staff in the use and purpose of all personnel, payroll, and benefit related processes and documents and the use of the SAP, SCO, CalPERS, HR Connect and ERMS systems.
• Provide technical and strategic guidance, leadership, direction, and mentoring to all staff and through a subordinate supervisor. Establish goals and priorities, action steps and time frames for accomplishing the work.
• Assist in the development and implementation of an effective training program curriculum for payroll and benefit unit staff, Administrative Officers, HR Assistants, and line organizations in the areas of payroll and benefit unit processes.
• Oversee the on-going maintenance and upgrades to the SAP HR Administration Modules, including in the areas of Personnel, Time, and Organizational Management
• Assist in the oversight of Division of Human Resources configuration/reporting/ testing, and ServiceHub Tickets to meet DWR business requirements and ensure compliance with DWR’s HR business processes, policies, and procedures.
• Interpret and apply governmental laws and rules concerning personnel transactions.
• Review staff’s documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor performance, identify gaps or deficiencies in knowledge or skill, and provide feedback to staff on performance.
• Participate in developing and/or updating policy and procedures such as the Personnel Specialist Reference and Benefit Manuals, and Enterprise Process Guides
• Work collaboratively with state control agencies and other governmental entities.
• Provide technical direction in the handling of sensitive personnel transaction issues.
• Answer inquiries from employees.
• Keep abreast of rules, regulations, departmental policies and procedures, and union contract changes related to personnel and payroll functions in order to provide training and technical assistance and ensure compliance.
• Create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to provide quality service that is accurate, timely, and exceeds our customers’ expectations.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

This is a leadership position that requires the incumbent to have the ability to:

• positively influence others.
• lead by example
• plan and set priorities.
• provide excellent customer service.
• ability to build and maintain a productive motivated team.
• support the Division of Human Resources, and the Department
• and its mission and provide alternative solutions to complex problems.

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.

Overtime may be required. Valid California driver's license as travel may be required to attend meetings, conferences, and training.

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: 4/6/2026

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

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.

Benefits

to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Our headquarters located at 7 th & P Street in downtown Sacramento is the newest high rise that features sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting and functionally-designed work spaces including sit-stand work stations. Our LEED Platinum headquarters has a full-service cafe, an onsite fitness center, indoor bicycle storage, and is walking distance to nearby restaurants. Visit our Natural Resources Agency website for more exciting information:

In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer an award-winning employee recognition program, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and new daycare facilities are in the making. 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!

DWR offers a competitive pay schedule and work-life balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment.

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

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Judith McCarty
(916) 699-8386
[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 Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please reference SAP Position #50032091 and Job Control #503441 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The SOQ is a narrative that addresses how your experience, training, and education specifically relate to the duties and desirable qualifications of this position. The SOQ must be typed in Arial 12-point font, not more than two pages in length using standard margins. A resume or cover letter does not substitute for the SOQ.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications, missing resumes, and/or without the SOQ or those that do not address what is being requested may not be considered.

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

. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.