Sonoma Water Technical Writing Manager

County of Sonoma

Santa Rosa, CA

Sonoma Water Technical Writing Manager

Salary:  $135,328.86 - $164,465.06 Annually

Closing Date: 11/3/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Join the Sonoma County Water Agency (Sonoma Water) as the Technical Writing Manager!

The Sonoma Water Technical Writing Manager oversees a team of technical writers who have considerable autonomy. The manager directs and coaches the Technical Writing team on precise contract writing, team dynamics, and effective communication to work with a diverse range of colleagues, consultants, specialists, scientists, and service providers. Additionally, the manager evaluates the employees' work and offers support for contract strategy, assignment priorities, project manual development, and professional development. Other responsibilities include:

•   Overseeing the development of engineering construction project manuals by vetting project readiness for advertisement, and coordinating with staff experts on land acquisition, environmental review, grants compliance, operations, and maintenance

•   Participating in the design development review of engineering construction projects, which includes reviewing detailed civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering drawings and technical specifications

•   Directing the public project bid process in accordance with state law, policies, and procedures

•   Determining appropriate procurement strategies for a wide range of materials, equipment, and services

•   Navigating competing technical writing project timelines, deadlines, and priorities with Sonoma Water executive and management staff in accordance with overall Sonoma Water goals and priorities

•   Developing agreements with regional, federal, state, non-profit, and other organizations while working with legal counsel to carry out the objectives and priorities of Sonoma Water

•   Making insurance and liability requirements and exceptions recommendations to the General Manager

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

•   Hybrid Telework- A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment

•   Salary Advancement- A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range

•   Paid Time Off- Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year

•   Staff Development/Wellness Pay- Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities

•   County Paid Health Premium Contributions- 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options

•   Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement- County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits

•   Retirement- A pension fully integrated with Social Security

•   Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation- 3% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution

•   Paid Parental Leave- May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment

•   Student Loan Debt Relief– County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

Learn more and apply:  https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sonoma

*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.