CHIEF, FIELD DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

State of California • Sacramento, CA

369d • $13,803 - $16,873 • Remote

About The Position

This position is located in Pearblossom. Work is on-site to support the State Water Project. Under administrative direction of the Chief of Utility Operations (Assistant Division Manager South) the incumbent effectively plans, manages, organizes, and controls the activities of a large field division of the State Water Project. Oversees and directs all operations and maintenance activities for the field division which includes the Engineering Branch, Plant Maintenance Branch, Operations Branch, Civil Maintenance Branch, Planner/Scheduler Branch, License Coordination Branch and the Administration Branch and comprises a variety of power plants, pumping plants, electrical switchyards, dams, reservoirs, aqueducts, pipelines and turnouts. As the Department's spokesperson, the Manager must be able to communicate Department policy on water and power availability and usage to the media, community organizations and water users. In this capacity, the Manager must be constantly aware of the concerns of local citizens and interest groups.

Requirements

• Experience in management and operations within the State Water Project.
• Knowledge of budget and cost monitoring.
• Experience with power plants, dams, and pumping plants.
• Understanding of labor relations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency response management.
• Knowledge of climate resilience principles.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, organize, and control activities of a large field division of the State Water Project.
• Oversee and direct all operations and maintenance activities for the field division.
• Manage various branches including Engineering, Plant Maintenance, Operations, Civil Maintenance, Planner/Scheduler, License Coordination, and Administration.
• Act as the Department's spokesperson on water and power availability and usage.
• Communicate with media, community organizations, and water users regarding Department policies.
• Address concerns of local citizens and interest groups.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees