Senior Safety Engineer; Industrial

Position: SENIOR SAFETY ENGINEER (INDUSTRIAL)
Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of the DWR Executive Safety Manager, the incumbent provides technical support for the DWR Safety Program by conducting audits, safety inspections, and accident investigations. The incumbent will also develop and deliver safety training and serve as an advisor and consultant throughout the Department. Advise DWR Management regarding safety hazards and Cal/OSHA compliance, ensuring the safety of SWP facilities, employees, contractors, and the public.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* SENIOR SAFETY ENGINEER (INDUSTRIAL)

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-509732

Position #(s):

-002

Working Title:

Senior Safety Engineer

Classification:

SENIOR SAFETY ENGINEER (INDUSTRIAL)

$11,427.00 - $14,298.00

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

Executive Division, DWR Safety Office, 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, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Driver's License as travel throughout the State will be required including overnight travel.

Must be available to work outside normal business hours.

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: 3/18/2026

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 Cal Career Account at  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…