Job Posting: Employee Health Services Unit Manager

Department of Water Resources

JC-537224
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Employee Health Services Unit Manager
SUPERVISOR I

$7,172.00 - $8,910.00 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: 11/12/2026

Job Description and Duties

As a working-level supervisor, the incumbent will plan, lead, organize, and manage the most sensitive and complex projects for the development, implementation, and management of the Department's following programs: Workers' Compensation, Reasonable Accommodation, Return-to-Work, Ergonomics, and various other employee health and safety matters.  Perform all aspects of supervision and training of all Employee Health Services staff, while balancing administrative duties and special projects.   

 

Your responsibilities primarily include:

 

  • Supervise and train staff in Workers' Compensation, Reasonable Accommodation, Return-to-Work, Ergonomics, and various other employee health and safety matters and the use of SA\P and MicroNiche.
  • Provide technical and strategic guidance, leadership, direction, and mentoring to all staff.  Establish goals and priorities, action steps and time frames for accomplishing the work.
  • Manage, direct, oversee, and identify process improvements, automation, and efficiencies, and training because of government mandates, control agency directives, audits, and lessons learned
  • Monitor performance, identify gaps or deficiencies in knowledge or skill, and provide feedback to staff on performance.
  • Participate in developing and/or updating policy and procedures such as Enterprise Process Guides.
  • Work collaboratively with state control agencies and other governmental entities.
  • Provide technical direction in the handling of sensitive personnel issues.
  • Answer inquiries from employees.
  • Keep abreast of rules, regulations, departmental policies and procedures related to health and safety.
  • Create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and a commitment to provide quality service that is accurate, timely, and exceeds our customers’ expectations.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-537224
Position #(s):
840-760-4800-500
Working Title:
Employee Health Services Unit Manager
Classification:
SUPERVISOR I
$7,172.00 - $8,910.00
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:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Human Resources, Employee Health and Wellness Section,
Employee Health Services Unit, 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.

 

Special Requirements

The duties and responsibilities of this position may require travel to Field Divisions, flood yards, and district offices located throughout California to consult with and advise management, meet with employees, and/or otherwise facilitate the processing of workers' compensation, reasonable accommodation and other employee safety and health matters.

 

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: 11/12/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources
Mailing Address
Attn: Certification Desk
P.O. Box 1079
Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources
Submit in Person
Certification Desk
715 P Street, 7th floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is required and must be included.
  • Statement of Qualifications - See Special Instructions for additional details.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

  • Experience in workers’ compensation, reasonable accommodation, return to work, including all applicable State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations. 
  • Solid attention to detail in managing a heavy caseload, either electronically or hard file form.
  • Ability to research, interpret, and apply HR State laws, rules, regulations, bargaining unit provisions, as well as departmental policies and procedures
  • Experience developing or revising training materials and writing policies and procedures.
  • Ability to motivate staff and encourage team support.
  • Ability to provide quality and tactful customer service, communicate effectively, and maintain cooperative relationships.
  • Ability to work independently and with a team under limited supervision. 
  • Ability to take initiative, organize and prioritize work to meet established deadlines. 
  • Ability to analyze and collect data, identify problems, and make recommendations.  
  • Organize, prioritize, and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and handle shifting priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel and familiarity of SAP and MicroNiche is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our headquarters located in downtown Sacramento is the newest high-rise tower that features sustainable construction, plenty of natural lighting, and functionally designed work spaces, including sit-stand workstations. Our Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum headquarters has a full-service cafe, an onsite free fitness center, and indoor bicycle storage. Visit our Natural Resources Agency website for more exciting information: https://thrive.cnra.ca.gov/ 

  

In addition to state-of-the-art amenities, we offer an award-winning employee recognition program, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and new daycare facilities are in the making. We’re also located right next to Light Rail for an easy commute – we’ll even reimburse you for a portion of your monthly public transit pass!  DWR offers a competitive pay schedule and work-life balance for all its employees. The State of California provides comprehensive benefits packages determined by the employee’s bargaining unit and conditions of employment. Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

 

Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:
Arthur Wong
(916) 820-7634
arthur.wong@water.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Office of Civil Rights
(916) 653-6952
civilrights@water.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), Resume, and Statement of Qualifications. Please reference SAP Position # 50000702 and Job Control #537224 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

 

The SOQ is a narrative that addresses how your experience, training, and education specifically relate to the duties and desirable qualifications of this position.  

 

  • The SOQ must be typed in Arial 12-point font, not more than two pages in length using standard margins. A resume or cover letter does not substitute for the SOQ. Incomplete applications, missing resumes, and/or without the SOQ or those that do not address what is being requested may not be considered.

 

The following basis of eligibility will be considered:  List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, SROA/Surplus, and training and development assignment.

 

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.

 

For information on how to apply for a DWR position, check out our DWR Hiring Process webinar by clicking this link: https://youtu.be/LYVYxbdj4j4. If you would like to talk to our recruiter directly, contact recruiter@water.ca.gov to schedule a quick consultation.

 

Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination/Assessment

For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

 

Click the examination(s)/assessment(s) information link:


 

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Application Methods:
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