CARAS Grant Lead

Final Filing Date: 10/1/2026 If you are in search of an opportunity that utilizes science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to create a better California, join our team of professional engineers at the Department of Water Resources! Our engineers work on diverse projects such as modernizing the State’s water infrastructure, increasing the efficiency of our generating facilities, and conducting safety inspections in the field. Under general direction of the Manager, Community Assistance and Risk Awareness Section (CARAS), Supervising Engineer, Water Resources, the incumbent will serve as a Senior Engineer (Specialist), Water Resources. The incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of the CARAS, including services provided by consultants. The CARAS is responsible for managing grant programs and assisting communities, dam owners and operators in enhancing, repairing, and increasing public safety. In addition to general grant management, the incumbent will develop grant guidelines, proposal solicitations packages, grant regulations, templates, engineering project ranking criteria, and adhere to the California Water Code. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Position DetailsJob Code #: 524281Working Title: CARAS Grant LeadClassification: SENIOR ENGINEER WATER RESOURCESSalary Range: $11,437.00 - $14,315.00# of Positions: 1Work Location: Sacramento CountyTelework: HybridJob Type: Permanent, Full Time Contact InformationTimothy McDaniel(916) 281-5693timothy.mcdaniel@water.ca.gov For more information including detailed job duties, minimum qualifications, and how to apply, please go to https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=524281 To learn about how to apply for a State job, visit https://bit.ly/3BQ6XdX