MANAGER I

STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD; California; Híbrido; USD 97.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The State Water Resources Control Board is hiring a Manager I in the Labor Relations and Performance Management Section of the Human Resources Branch. The position, located in Sacramento with telework options, oversees labor relations and performance management programs and personnel, reporting to the section manager.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and navigate CalHR salary rules. The role offers a salary range of $8,715.00 to $9,899.00 monthly with potential for telework and hybrid

Formación

• Ability to work effectively both independently and cooperatively with others
• Ability to lead and motivate staff
• Proven ability to address multiple projects simultaneously and effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize and establish workload priorities and work well under pressure
• Ability to reason well and use good judgment
• Knowledge and/or experience of the State’s progressive discipline process
• Experience interpreting laws, rules and regulations
• Knowledge and/or experience in Labor Relations

Descripción del empleo

Job Posting:Labor Relations and Performance Management Section Manager

State Water Resources Control Board

JC-538114 -

JC-538114 - Labor Relations and Performance Management Section Manager
MANAGER I

$8,715.00 - $9,899.00 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: 11/15/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify.

Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career in Human Resources? If you enjoy a career helping others, then this may be the position for you! The State Water Resources Control Board’s Division of Administration Services has an opening for a Manager I in the Labor Relations and Performance Management Section of the Human Resources Branch. The position is located at 1001 I Street, 18th Floor, Sacramento, right in the heart of downtown next to light rail stations and other public transportation.

Additional information:

Candidates must possess essential personal qualifications including integrity, initiative, dependability, good judgment, the ability to work cooperatively with others, and the ability to perform the assigned duties of the class.

If the position requires driving, you must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Please Do Not include full Social Security Number, method of eligibility, and LEAP information in your application package.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Positions at the Water Boards may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position and might be expected to comply with Executive Order (EO) 22-25 after July 1, 2026.

In accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy and GC 14200, the successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment. Proof of residency may be required.

Salary Information - CalHR salary rules allow appointment at the entrance rate (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 2, § 599.673) of a classification. For classes with alternate ranges, placement is based on education/experience. Employees appointed to the Attorney or Water Resource Control Engineer classification will receive Recruitment Higher Above Minimum (HAM) rate in accordance with the approved Civil Service Pay Scales.

In addition, note: Effective July 1, 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary in exchange for leave credits. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue hours of PLP 2025 on the first day of each pay period in accordance with the applicable bargaining contract. The salary range(s) included on this job posting do not reflect the reduction in pay.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MANAGER I

Labor Relations and Performance Management Section Manager

Classification:

MANAGER I $8,715.00 - $9,899.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and the nine (9) Regional Water Quality Control Boards (RWQCB) (collectively the Water Boards) work to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The Water Boards value diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to preserve, enhance, and restore the quality of California’s water resources and drinking water for the protection of the environment, public health, and all beneficial uses, and to ensure proper water resource allocation and efficient use, for the benefit of present and future generations. Join the Water Boards to improve the lives of all Californians.

In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following:

• RPA# 25-600-XXX in the “Examination or Job Title(s)” section of the State application when submitting a hardcopy application.
• Photocopies of degree and official transcripts (if needed to establish eligibility)

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States that does meet accreditation standards must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due during final minimum qualification evaluation of candidate(s). A link of accepted evaluation agencies can be found here: https://www.naces.org/members .

Electronic submittal of applications and attachments through jobs.ca.gov is preferred. Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted. You are required to complete employment history on the application form (STD. 678), including work experience, dates, hours worked, contact names and phone numbers of supervisors on the state application. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD. 678 may be disqualified.

In the hiring interview, the panel will consider education, experience, personal development, personal traits and fitness for the job. In appraising experience, more weight may be given to the breadth of pertinent experience and evidence of the candidate's ability to accept and fulfill increasing responsibilities than to the length of his/her experience. For additional information, you may refer to the class specification.

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:

• Ability to work effectively both independently and cooperatively with others
• Ability to lead and motivate staff
• Proven ability to address multiple projects simultaneously and effectively
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize and establish workload priorities and work well under pressure
• Ability to reason well and use good judgment
• Knowledge and/or experience of the State’s progressive discipline process
• Experience interpreting laws, rules and regulations
• Knowledge and/or experience in Labor Relations

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

Department Website: https://www.waterboards.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.

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.

Statement of Qualifications

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted along with the State Application and serves as documentation of candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. It should be typed, no more than two (2) pages in length, using 12-point Arial font, and normal margins. The SOQ must be titled, “Statement of Qualifications” and the SOQ questions must be answered in numerical order.

1. Describe your experience, knowledge, and/or training that makes you the best candidate for this position, including experience in Labor Relations and Performance Management.

2. Describe a complex employee performance or disciplinary matter you managed. Explain the situation, your specific role and responsibilities, the laws, rules, policies, collective bargaining provisions, procedures, documentation, and other relevant information you researched and analyzed. Then describe the recommendation or guidance you provided and the outcome.

3. Describe a situation where you successfully build effective working relationships with a union organization and/or control agency in order to accomplish an important result. What did you do and what was the outcome?

4. Describe a challenging situation where you had to provide a recommendation to executive staff, managers, or supervisors on a labor relations matter.

Applications received without the SOQ addressed as stated may not be considered.

For guidance on writing effective SOQs, visit: Work4CA: How to Write a Statement of Qualifications . Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be useful in the development of written responses; however, it is important to use these tools responsibly and ethically. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.

Note: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated or considered as a response to the SOQ.

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.