Water Resource Control Engineer State Water Resources Control Board
JC-518779
- Water Resource Control Engineer
WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER
$6,488.00
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:
6/10/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Please note, the Water Boards do not participate in E-Verify. Are you looking for an exciting position protecting and preserving the state's water resources? If you enjoy a fast-paced position conducting outdoor inspections at illicit cannabis cultivation sites throughout the state, this may be the position for you! The State Water Resources Control Board's Office of Enforcement is looking for a Water Resources Control Engineer to join the Cannabis Enforcement Unit. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule and is based at 801 K Street, 23rd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814, in the heart of downtown, next to light rail stations and other public transportation. The Water Resources Control Engineer (WRCE) in the Cannabis Enforcement Unit is responsible for evaluating compliance with the California Water Code through field inspections at cannabis cultivation sites statewide. In addition to their in-field work, the WRCE supports both informal and formal enforcement actions by producing inspection reports, Notices of Violation, Cleanup and Abatement Orders, and more. This role requires proficiency with a wide range of investigative tools, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS)/ArcGIS Online (AGOL), Survey123, Field Maps, LightBox, Google Maps, and the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS). The WRCE also develops, coordinates, and oversees cleanup and abatement efforts in collaboration with the Office of Enforcement's legal staff, state and local partner agencies, and property owners or responsible parties. Applicants are encouraged to review the attached .
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. Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking this brief survey: Recruitment Survey. You will find additional information about the job in the . 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.
WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER
Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-518779
Position #(s): 880-260-3846-017
Working Title:
Water Resource Control Engineer
Classification:
WATER RESOURCE CONTROL ENGINEER
$6,488.00
- $7,735.00 A
$7,428.00
- $9,296.00 B
$9,137.00
- $11,437.00 C
$9,712.00
- $12,152.
00 D
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:
Sacramento County
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.
Department Website:
https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/
Special Requirements In order to be considered for this position, you must include the following: RPA# 25-260-060 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) Must have Water Resource Control Engineer list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is the link to the exam: .
https:
//calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?
ExamControlId=2925 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. 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:
6/10/2026