Energy & Utility Regulation Attorney IV

State of California; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Advocates Office of the State of California seeks an Attorney IV to advocate for utility consumers in California’s energy markets. This role focuses on energy law, rate making issues, and ensuring safe, reliable service for electric, gas, and water customers.

This is a hybrid SF-based position with some travel; final filing date is 10/22/2026; salary range is $11,993–$16,096 per month. Applicants from Sacramento may apply to JC#535293.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state energy law and regulation.
• Experience with general rate making issues.
• Must meet minimum Attorney IV requirements.

Skills

Energy law knowledge

Rate making experience

Education

Attorney IV

Job description

The Public Advocates Office of the State of California seeks an Attorney IV to advocate for utility consumers in California’s energy markets. This role focuses on energy law, rate making issues, and ensuring safe, reliable service for electric, gas, and water customers.

This is a hybrid SF-based position with some travel; final filing date is 10/22/2026; salary range is $11,993–$16,096 per month. Applicants from Sacramento may apply to JC#535293.