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Looking for an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping and implementing California's innovative climate policy goals? The Electricity Planning & Policy Branch within the Public Advocates Office is seeking a Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst IV to join its Climate Change Initiative team.
Under general direction of the Program and Project Supervisor, the Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst IV conducts complex technical economic, financial and policy research and analysis and develops recommendations. The Public Advocates Office is seeking a senior analyst to evaluate Commission policy proposals, utility applications requesting cost recovery, and proposed legislation. As project lead, the incumbent must identify critical issues, perform complex analyses and make recommendations based on the results, coordinate the work of other team members, brief management, and ensure timely completion of high-quality work product.
Typical analysis includes both qualitative and quantitative reviews and requires evaluation of numerous climate change issues related to energy procurement, such as load forecasts, grid models, cost benefit studies, review of GHG methodologies, program compliance, and application of state and federal law. Work product typically includes written comments, briefs, and testimony.
The incumbent will represent ratepayer interests in negotiations to resolve issues in dispute during settlement processes, present ideas at public forums, participate in evidentiary hearings before the Commission, and represent the Public Ratepayer Advocates Office at Procurement Review Group meetings, California Air Resources Board and California Independent System Operator proceedings, and other forums with local, State and Federal agencies and interested parties.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
This position requires travel.
This advertisement is listed specifically for San Francisco location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.
Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 456844 Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 456845
Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria. Telework Policy CalHR
Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. Refer to the job description and duties, and duty statement to prepare your response. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ and writing that exceeds the page limit will not be considered or scored. All information in the SOQ is subject to verification. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.
Please number your responses in the same order as the questions are listed, 1- 3. Do not consolidate your responses.
Describe your experience conducting independent and complex research or analysis pertaining to regulatory, business, financial and/or public policy matters; and developing logical conclusions and recommendations.
Describe your experience with critical thinking skills; experience in preparing written documents such as reports, testimony, resolutions, analysis, white papers, etc. with the ability to formulate and support convincing arguments.
Describe your experience with project management, team leadership, and/or planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of others.
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov
Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing.
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org
Employment information on the STD 678 State Application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.
Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.