PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California's Public Utilities Commission invites applications for a Program and Project Supervisor. Under the general direction of the Program Manager, you will supervise a multi-disciplinary staff, coordinate with Safety Policy Division and other state agencies, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality policy and technical documents.

You will lead policy development through data-driven analysis, prepare briefing materials for Commissioners and executives, and oversee wildfire

Qualifications

• Five years of supervisory or project management experience.
• Experience with policy, laws, or regulations.
• Strong data analysis and statistics knowledge.
• Experience briefing materials and presentations.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise planning and coordination of a multi-disciplinary staff.
• Coordinate with Safety Policy Division sections, Commission divisions, and state agencies.
• Oversee creation of resolutions ratifying wildfire mitigation plans and other policy matters.
• Prepare briefing materials and present policy and technical recommendations to Commissioners and executives.
• Lead development and implementation of data-driven policy analyses.

Skills

Policy implementation

Statistics analysis

Government recommendations

Interagency coordination

Supervisory experience

Education

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Job Posting: Program and Project Supervisor

Public Utilities Commission

JC-532575 - Program and Project Supervisor

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/28/2026

Under the general direction of the Program Manager (PM), the incumbent is responsible for supervising, planning, and coordinating the activities of a multi-disciplinary professional staff. The incumbent directly supervises the work of Section staff, coordinates the Section’s work with other Safety Policy Division sections, Commission divisions, and state agencies, as necessary, and ensures timely completion of high-quality work products that align with the Division's and Commission's goals and objectives. The incumbent actively participates as a member of Safety Policy Division’s management team. The incumbent will oversee and assist with the creation of resolutions ratifying Wildfire Mitigation Plans and other policy and procedural matters to be voted on by the Commission.

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.

The incumbent will lead the development, recommendation, and implementation of policy through data-driven analysis and research. The incumbent will ensure the production of clear and concise briefing materials for effectively communicating policy and technical recommendations to a range of audiences, including Commissioners and CPUC executives, verbally, in writing, and in formal presentations. The incumbent will oversee the production of policy documents, memoranda, white papers, and other material related to wildfire risk, utility safety performance, and other matters related to safe and reliable provision of energy to Californians by regulated utilities.

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

Working Conditions

This advertisement is listed specifically for Los Angeles (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

• Sacramento location, apply to JC#532573
• San Francisco location, apply to JC#532568

Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.

This position requires travel.

This is a hybrid position that will require the selected candidate to report to their assigned headquarters office a minimum of two (2) days a week. Hybrid positions may be eligible for telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. In accordance with CPUC Telework Policy, telework arrangements are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Salary: $12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month

Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 temporarily reduces state employee pay in exchange for leave hours to help address budget shortfalls. Salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Safety Policy Division/ Safety Management Systems/ Wildfire and Safety Performance:

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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience implementing policy, laws, or regulations.
• Expertise in statistics and quantitative analysis.
• Direct experience making recommendations to government officials.
• Direct experience coordinating the work of multiple government agencies.
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, or related field.
• Five years of prior supervisory and/or project management experience.
• Knowledge of utility regulations, safety issues, risk analysis, and data analysis.
• Experience in developing, recommending, and implementing policy.
• Experience in creating briefing materials and providing presentations.
• Experience planning, overseeing, tracking, and coordinating staff work activities.

Contact Information

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Arnold Son
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
[phone]
[e-mail]

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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.