Recruitment and Workforce Planning Analyst

Job Description and Duties

*This is a continuance of a previous advertisement. Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.*

Are you looking for a flexible part - time opportunity where you can support meaningful work and help others find their next career? Do you enjoy being creative, staying organized, and connecting with people?

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) Talent Management Branch is currently recruiting for a part - time Recruitment and Workforce Planning (RWP) Analyst in our Sacramento Headquarters.

In this role, you will be working with our team of recruitment and workforce planning experts to initiate and/or recommend changes that promote innovative solutions to meet internal and external customer needs. As a departmental liaison with external contacts, you will also be projecting the Department’s image in recruitment events and addressing the Department’s recruitment and workforce needs.

DWR is committed to professional growth and offers programs such as the Emerging Leaders Program and the DWR Mentorship Program to support your career development.

Join a collaborative team that values creativity, learning, and public service. Your next opportunity to make an impact starts here.

As a permanent-intermittent position, the incumbent may not exceed working 1,500 hours in a calendar year. Permanent-intermittent (PI) employees are eligible to receive benefits after meeting the required work hour criteria and do receive holiday pay on a pro-rated basis.

However, there are occasions when unexpected, temporary changes in workload require the intermittent employee to exceed 1,500 hours.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Special Requirements

A valid CA Driver's License as travel may be required to attend meetings, conferences, and training.

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:

The desired candidate has experience with human resource, developing and delivering presentations or trainings, state hiring process, outreach, records management, analytical, research, data collection, writing, and Microsoft office suite, and has the ability to multi-task, maintain accurate records, complete assignments on short notice, and works well with others.

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, indoor bicycle storage, and is within walking distance to nearby restaurants.  Visit our Natural Resources Agency website for more exciting information:  .

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. 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 .

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Please reference SAP Position #50023403 and Job Control#528512 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The SOQ should be no longer than one page and should describe how your experience, training, and/or education make you the best candidate for this position.

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 : 

If you would like to talk to our recruiter directly, contact  View email address on calcareers.ca.gov to schedule a quick consultation.

. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

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 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.