Distribution Planning & Energy Storage Senior Analyst

California Public Utilities Commission

Los Angeles (CA)

Hybrid

USD 107,481 - 134,522

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A California government agency in Los Angeles is seeking a Distribution Planning & Energy Storage Senior Analyst to contribute to clean energy goals. This role involves advising on energy storage policy, conducting research, and leading programs to integrate distributed energy resources. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills, and have a relevant degree. This is a full-time, hybrid position with competitive pay.

Qualifications

Eligibility for the position is required.
Strong quantitative analytic skills are necessary.
Effective communication with high-level decision-makers required.

Responsibilities

Advise high-level decision-makers on energy storage policy and procurement.
Conduct original research and produce staff proposals.
Develop recommendations for CPUC policy-setting and oversee program implementation.

Skills

Quantitative analytic skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Relevant degree in economics, finance, or policy

Job description

Overview

Distribution Planning & Energy Storage Senior Analyst role at California Public Utilities Commission.

Apply to contribute to California’s clean energy and climate goals through Grid Planning, Energy Storage, and Non-Wires Alternatives efforts.

Compensation

This range is provided by the California Public Utilities Commission. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex and sexual orientation.

Position details

Job Code #: JC-493786
Position #(s): 680-328-4616-XXX
Working Title: Distribution Planning & Energy Storage Senior Analyst
Classification: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V
Base pay: $9,631.00 - $12,054.00
Number of Positions: 2
Work Location: Los Angeles County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department information

Energy Division/ Distribution Planning Branch/ Grid Planning, Energy Storage and Non-Wires Alternatives. 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. See Energy Division's recruitment page for further opportunities. Federal Workers, California Welcomes You!

Job description and duties

Individuals interested in applying must have eligibility. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Virtual interviews may be offered; in-person interviews will be offered if conditions permit. The CPUC’s Grid Planning, Energy Storage, and Non-Wires Alternatives team develops strategies for distribution grid modernization to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets while ensuring safe, reliable service and increasing the role of distributed energy resources (DERs) to benefit ratepayers. This position offers a leadership role in shaping distribution planning, energy storage policy, and procurement strategies, with emphasis on high electrification and DER/storage integration. The successful candidate will lead implementation of statewide programs in energy storage policy, distribution grid planning, and DER procurement. The role requires strong quantitative analytic skills, effective communication, and collaboration. If clean energy or environmental sustainability is your passion, apply.

Under the general direction of the Project and Program Supervisor, the Energy Storage & Grid Planning Analyst will advise high-level decision-makers (Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management), may serve as team leader and project coordinator on energy storage policy, procurement, and markets, and support distribution resource planning and DER procurement. The analyst will conduct original research, produce staff proposals, and make policy recommendations based on regulatory, market, policy, and technical analysis. Duties include developing recommendations for CPUC policy-setting rulemakings, reviewing proposed legislation, and overseeing program implementation resulting from CPUC and legislative processes. The role involves both teamwork and leadership responsibilities.

Your STD 678 (application form) will be used to determine qualifications for the advertised classification(s). Describe all experience related to public utilities and/or transportation in economics, finance, or policy in the job description field of your STD 678, with years and months of service.

Special Requirements: Prepare and submit a response for each question in the SOQ, with specific details and examples demonstrating qualification for the position. SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages. Three SOQ questions are provided in the posting. It is strongly encouraged to apply through CalCareer. If education is used to meet qualifications, submit transcripts or diplomas as required. Foreign education requires verification of US course/degree equivalency. Applications must include a completed STD 678 and resume. Final filing date: 10/10/2025.

Qualifications and application instructions

Minimum qualifications: see Classification Specification. Required documents include the STD 678, resume, and SOQ. Applications submitted electronically through CalCareer are preferred. If submitting hard copies, send to Public Utilities Commission, Human Resources Division, 505 Van Ness Ave., Room 3008, San Francisco, CA 94102. For interviews, reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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