Climate Adaptation Risk Mitigation

California Public Utilities Commission; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission is seeking a Climate Adaptation Risk Mitigation analyst at the V level in San Francisco. The role supports decision-makers by conducting high-level policy analysis, managing climate resilience programs, and coordinating with energy stakeholders and state agencies.

The position involves cross-functional collaboration, preparation of briefing materials and presentations for Commissioners and Energy Division leadership, with hybrid telework options.

Job description

Working Title: Climate Adaptation Risk Mitigation

Classification: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V

$9,631.00 - $12,054.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Shall Consider: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST IV

$8,766.00 - $10,973.00

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Energy Division/ Climate Initiatives, Renewables, and Administration Branch/ Climate and Equity Initiatives :

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to join our team.

Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction of the Project and Program Supervisor, the analyst will assist CPUC decision-makers in developing high-level policy and oversee programs that are developed pursuant to those policies. The analyst will conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis, coordinate with internal and external subject matter experts, and develop work products that are used to advise key decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management; this includes briefing documents and PowerPoint presentations.

The analyst may support the policy and technical planning and oversight of climate adaptation issues to support resilience for the state's energy infrastructure, including technical review and assessment of the utilities Climate Adaptation Vulnerability Assessments, general rate cases, and coordinating with other state agencies. (Pursuant to AB 2666). The analyst's work may support the program management, policy development, and oversight of energy research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) including technical review and assessment of RD&D Investment plans, administrator coordination, and working with other state agencies.

The analyst will also provide general support to the Climate and Equity Initiatives (CEI) section including assisting with cross-proceeding work, workshops, developing website content, contract management, and respond to information requests, both internal and external.

The analyst will consider diversity, equity, and inclusion in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and internal processes.

Special Requirements

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 write your SOQ to address the following three questions:

• Please describe your experience conducting complex technical analysis of energy systems or energy program management, in particular, address your experience with the energy grid and energy technologies, climate resilience, and or energy research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) – particularly in California.
• Please provide examples of complex policy analysis you have conducted and how you communicated your findings through written reports or presentations.
• Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership while managing a complex project that involved cross-functional teams or stakeholders, particularly in public forums and with environmental social justice communities.

Final Filing Date: 11/17/2026

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 - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
• Other - Please submit a cover letter of not more than one typewritten page which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position.