Manager, System Support Unit

Under the general direction of the Section Manager the incumbent is responsible for the supervision of staff providing project management and technical and functional assistance supporting operations and maintenance of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) Portfolio-Project Management and Resources Management (PPM/RM) planning and SAP Cost and Billing (CAB) systems, including the Business Intelligence/Cross-Modular Reporting (BI/CMR) tool, and assistance in consultant contract management. Supporting tasks include maintaining and creating training end-user materials, system testing procedures and best practices, master and interface data validation and maintenance, enhancements and defect log tracking, system documentation, and meeting coordination for system Business Managers., Must possess a valid California driver’s license with a good driving record in order to drive to various meetings and project locations.

This position is office-centered, which means the incumbent works more than fifty percent of their time monthly in the office.

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: 10/29/2026

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.

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:

Extensive knowledge and experience in project and program planning, cost estimations and allocations, and reporting activities with DWR’s SAP (or similar) systems. Experience or knowledge in the SWP operations for water and power, management of the development and financing of SWP system facilities and understanding of the SWP program control processes and master data. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, management skills such as organization, project management, prioritization and coordination, and strong problem-solving skills. Work cooperatively with others, maintain consistent, regular, predictable attendance, and exercise good judgment. Applicants should possess strong research, analytical, and solution development skills, and the ability to train system users.

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At the Department of Water Resources, you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth-including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable colleagues, of which many are under one roof and all of which collaborate for project success.

We hope you’ll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications and apply for this great career opportunity to join our team and help deliver water to over 26 million Californians as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

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The State Water Project Analysis Office is looking for a dynamically engaged, Senior Engineer, Water Resources with a can-do attitude to join its team. If you want to be a part of the State Water Project (SWP) team, we may have the job for you!

Do you want to be challenged with complex work that is both rewarding and gratifying?? Do you want to be aware of how the SWP operates and understand how the SWP functions financially? Do you want to interact with all levels of DWR?, Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.