PROGRAM MANAGER I, CALIFORNIA BAY DELTA AUTHORITY

Program Manager I Department of Water Resources

JC-515049

- Program Manager I PROGRAM

MANAGER I, CALIFORNIA BAY DELTA AUTHORITY

$12,478.00 - $14,169.00 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:

5/20/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties The Department of Water Resources' Division of Multibenefit Initiatives (DMI) is seeking a collaborative, strategic, and mission-driven Program Manager I to help lead a dynamic and fast-growing statewide portfolio of multibenefit ecosystem, land stewardship, and instream flow enhancement projects. DMI is an interdisciplinary division committed to delivering high-impact environmental and community outcomes while advancing the Department's priorities for Healthy Rivers & Landscapes, climate resilience, nature-based solutions, and integrated water management. DMI fosters a culture of transparency, teamwork, effective communication, prioritization discipline, and continuous improvement, reinforced through structured leadership, workshops and collaborative processes across branches and divisions. Staff work in highly matrixed teams that value efficiency, clear communication, and shared accountability for statewide program delivery. Supervisors and managers participate in community-building activities, open forums, and cross-branch coordination to strengthen relationships and promote trust and connection across the Division. You will find additional information about the job in the . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PROGRAM MANAGER I, CALIFORNIA BAY DELTA AUTHORITY

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-515049

Position #(s): 841-130-0783-001

Working Title:

Program Manager I

Classification:

PROGRAM MANAGER I, CALIFORNIA BAY DELTA AUTHORITY

$12,478.00 - $14,169.00 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:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Multibenefit Initiatives, Project & Policy Management Branch, Sacramento 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.

Department Website:

 https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. 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:

5/20/2026