Are you looking for a fulfilling career that provides you the opportunity to work on a variety of projects across the state? We are looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our diverse, dynamic, and multi-disciplinary team in the Financial Assistance Branch. In this position, you would help review grant applications and select high impact projects to receive state funding. You would also manage awarded grants and agreements and work closely with regional and local agencies, non-profits, underrepresented communities, and Tribes, to ensure completion of projects and proper use of state funds. Our grant programs provide millions of dollars to fund a wide range of water related projects, allowing you to gain valuable experience and opportunities for advancement. Example of projects we fund include stream restoration, groundwater recharge, and water treatment and recycling to ensure clean drinking water for all Californians.
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The Department of Water Resources is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
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:
Our ideal candidate has a positive attitude and is enthusiastic about working with local and regional project partners, has excellent written and verbal communication, pays attention to detail, and has strong organizational skills. The incumbent will be expected to be flexible; work well both independently and as a team player; develop collaborative working relationships with colleagues at DWR, grantees, and partner agencies; and exercise good judgment . Previous experience with the public, grant/project/budget management, CEQA and water resources planning knowledge and experience a plus.
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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
To be considered, submit the following documents: (1) State Application (STD 678); (2) Resume; and (3) Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please reference SAP Position # 50003477 and Job Control # 527904 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.
The SOQ is a two-page maximum typed document in Arial 12-point font, that clearly describes your knowledge, skills, experience, and education, as it directly relates to the qualifications and duties listed in the Job Duties Statement.
The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.
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.
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Required Application Package Documents
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