Energy Policy Analyst

California Public Utilities Commission; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Public Utilities Commission seeks an Energy Policy Analyst to manage customer generation programs emphasizing the Solar for All grant. The role involves policy development, project management, and stakeholder engagement to ensure compliance with state energy policy. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a commitment to energy equity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of customer generation and community solar programs.
• Experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to conduct legislative analysis on proposed bills.

Responsibilities

• Lead oversight of California's Solar for All grant award.
• Organize stakeholder meetings and present findings.
• Manage contracts with third-party consultants for compliance.

Skills

Research

Policy Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy or related field

Job description

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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 (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-479268

Position #(s):

680-327-4611-915

Working Title:

Energy Policy Analyst

Classification:

PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST III

$7,748.00 - $9,703.00

# of Positions:

3

Work Location:

Los Angeles County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Energy Division/ Electric Rates, Customer Generation, and Demand Response Branch/ Solar for All/ DER Analysis Section:

The Energy Division is seeking an analyst to work on customer generation programs, with an emphasis on the oversight of California’s Solar for All grant award. Specifically, this position would serve a critical function for the CPUC by leading the oversight of various consultant contracts and liaising with stakeholders, sister agencies, and Federal cohorts. The CPUC will engage with a host of third-party expert consultants to conduct various independent evaluations and reports tied to the implementation of California’s Solar for All application. The consultant would likely need to facilitate stakeholder workshops and coordinate data collection activities amongst the electric utilities. The incumbent would lead the procurement, contracting and management of one or more third-party consultants needed to develop a reporting methodology and information analysis protocol that will ensure ongoing compliance with these new reporting requirements.

Alongside the contracting work outlined above, the position will also support coordination efforts with sister agencies such as the California Energy Commission, and the Employment and Development Department.

Please visit Energy Division's recruitment page located here: Energy-Division-Recruiting for further job opportunities.

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

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.

Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.

Under the general direction of the Program and Project Supervisor and as part of a team, the analyst will work on both policy development as well as program implementation, and collaborate with other Energy Division groups to ensure consistency and coordination across programs and policy. The analyst will conduct original research on highly complex and technical problems; will take lead responsibility in managing work products and timelines for a CPUC proceeding; organize stakeholder meetings and workshops; summarize positions on policy proposals; assist Administrative Law Judges with developing a record and drafting proceeding documents; and conduct legislative analysis on proposed bills. Incumbent must have knowledge of customer generation programs, community solar programs, clean energy procurement and market trends. The analyst will be expected to work with the utilities, other state agencies and outside stakeholders to ensure program administration activities are conducted in a manner consistent with Commission decisions and directives, as well as yield results that advance state policy, and ratepayer interests.

Please note your STD 678 (application form) will be used to determine your qualifications in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for the advertised classification(s) Please clearly describe all of your experience related to public utilities and/or transportation in the areas of economics, finance, or policy in the job description field(s) of your STD 678 form, along with the years and months of service. Failure to do so may result in not qualifying for the minimum qualifications for the advertised classification(s).

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

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:

• Describe your experience managing projects requiring coordination with individuals across multiple organizations, prioritizing assignments, and meeting deadlines.
• Describe your experience analyzing and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations.
• Describe your experience with federal or other grant implementation, compliance reporting, oversight or subcontracting.
  
  

The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications. SOQs will be evaluated based on the content and writing ability, using standardized rating criteria. Competitive applicants will be invited to attend an interview. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ will not be considered. For assistance in completing the SOQ, you may want to consider watching the following video from CalHR's Training Catalog Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications: Basics of Writing a Strong Statement of Qualifications.

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.

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: 6/12/2025

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 CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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 through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Public Utilities Commission

N/A

Attn: Human Resources Division

505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008

San Francisco , CA 94102

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Public Utilities Commission

N/A

Human Resources Division

505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008

San Francisco , CA 94102

Monday to Friday Except Holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.
  
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

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