Section Chief, Water Resource Control Engineer (Hybrid)

State of California; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Water Resources Control Board is seeking a Supervising Water Resource Control Engineer (Supervisory) for the Southeast California Section. The role supervises a team across San Diego and San Bernardino offices and leads regulatory and permitting activities for the Drinking Water Program.

The position requires a PE license, offers a hybrid telework arrangement, and is based in Southern California with locations in San Diego or San Bernardino. Final filing date is 9/29/2026.

Qualifications

• PE license is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, organizes, and directs the work of five DDW Districts in the San Diego and San Bernardino field offices.
• Plans, organizes, and directs staff who implement regulatory and permitting aspects of the Drinking Water Program as lead manager of the Southeast California Section.
• Oversees the duties of the Supervising Water Resource Control Engineer (Supervisory) and coordinates with divisions to meet program goals.

Education

PE license

Job description

The State Water Resources Control Board is seeking a Supervising Water Resource Control Engineer (Supervisory) for the Southeast California Section. The role supervises a team across San Diego and San Bernardino offices and leads regulatory and permitting activities for the Drinking Water Program.

The position requires a PE license, offers a hybrid telework arrangement, and is based in Southern California with locations in San Diego or San Bernardino. Final filing date is 9/29/2026.