Principal Engineer Colorado River Board of California

JC-527970

•Principal Engineer

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

$15,263.00

•$17,336.00 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:

11/5/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER

•COLORADO

RIVER BOARD / RESEARCH AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT UNIT / GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA

The reporting location is 770 Fairmont Avenue, Suite 100, Glendale, CA 91203-1068. CRB is located conveniently nearly major freeways, Metrolink train stations and Metro bus routes. Parking provided on-site. This postion will work under the general direction of the Deputy Director. CRB is seeking an enthusiastic leader and team player to join its small team. The successful candidate will lead CRB's Research and Technical Support Unit, overseeing a team of Water Resources Engineers in the production of detailed studies relating to Colorado River water quantity and quality, salinity, water supply, development and utilization of water resources, and operations and management. The successful candidate will be capable of performing a variety of managerial and supervisory tasks including interpreting and reviewing complex policies, reports, and documents; coordinating with member agencies to prepare written and oral congressional testimony, reports to legislative committees, regulatory boards, and others; presenting on policy-level and technical issues and program updates at Board meetings; and providing guidance to administrative and technical staff on preparation of budgets, project and contract management. The incumbent serves as CRB's Chief Information Officer and acts as Deputy Director in the Deputy Director's absence. The successful candidate must be a demonstrated leader, able to work independently and cooperatively with others, exhibit problem-solving skills, and be adept at managing competing priorities to ensure deadlines are met. Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. Travel is required approximately 14% of the time, which may equate to approximately 3 days per month. This position is designated as not telework eligible. For further informartion please reach out to Yuanyuan Myint at ymyint@crb.ca.gov. This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025).

PLP 2025

directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for

PLP 2025

leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of

PLP 2025

leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here. Travel is required approximately 14% of the time including in-state and out-of-state overnight. Standing, walking, lighting, lifting, sitting, bending, and stooping. Office environment. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

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Job Code #:

JC-527970

Position #(s): 036-001-3255-001

Working Title:

Principal Engineer

Classification:

PRINCIPAL ENGINEER WATER RESOURCES

$15,263.00

•$17,336.00

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:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Colorado River Board of California Department Information Colorado River Board of California was founded in 1937 to protect the interests and rights of the State of California, its agencies and citizens, in the water and power resources of the Colorado River System. The Colorado River Board of California represents the State of California and its members in discussions and negotiations with the Colorado River Basin States, federal, state, local governmental agencies, and Mexico regarding the management of the Colorado River. Seven counties in Southern California receive water and hydroelectric energy from the Colorado River. Colorado River water is used for drinking water by over 19 million people in Southern California and irrigates over 600,000 acres of agricultural lands that produce fruits, vegetables, and other crops that help feed our nation's families.

Visit us at:

https://crb.ca.gov/

Department Website:

http://crb.ca.gov/

Special Requirements

The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please include a 1-3 page(s), 12-point font, Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that describes your experience as it relates to this position/. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. 1. Please describe how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the position description, duty statement, and desirable qualifications to prepare your response.

2. Describe your supervisory and management experience.

3. Describe your technical expertise and experience related to hydrologic practices and principles, including operating and utilizing information from hydrologic models. 4. Describe your experience preparing and presenting technical and policy information to a variety of audiences, including Boards and government officials.

5. Describe your experience coordinating technical and policy experts on complex natural resource management issues. Failure to include and complete the SOQ may result in disqualification for interview. Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment. DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS

Applicants:

You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document. 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:

11/5/2026