PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

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

Job summary

The California Public Utilities Commission is seeking a Program and Project Supervisor for the Public Advocates Office in Sacramento. The role leads a team of utilities engineers and regulatory analysts, supervising investigations, analyses, and recommendations in safety proceedings and related forums.

Hybrid work is offered with telework options; final filing is 10/5/2026. Salary ranges from $12,562 to $15,724 per month, with standard state pay rules and LEAP eligibility where applicable.

Qualifications

• Eligibility required to apply for this vacancy.
• LEAP option available as an alternative to the standard testing process.
• Examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy; follow all instructions for each process.
• This is a hybrid position that requires reporting to headquarter at least two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff of utilities engineers and regulatory analysts in safety proceedings.
• Under the general direction of the Program Manager of Public Advocates Office’s Safety Branch, oversees investigations and analyses.

Job description

Job Posting:Program & Project Supervisor

Public Utilities Commission

JC-531469 -

JC-531469 - Program & Project Supervisor
PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/5/2026

Job Description and Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.

For this classification, applicants with disabilities may gain eligibility through the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternative to the standard testing process. Applicants may choose to apply through either the Standard or LEAP process.

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 Manager of Public Advocates Office’s Safety Branch, the Program and Project Supervisor (PPS) of the Wildfire Safety Section supervises the staff comprised of utilities engineers and regulatory analysts who conduct investigations, develop analyses, make appropriate recommendations in CPUC formal safety proceedings and other forums.

Public Advocates Office’s Safety Branch is responsible for representing ratepayer interests on safety-related issues across all industries, including general rate cases (risk assessment mitigation phase), wildfires, emergency response protocols, physical and cyber security, service restoration, and emergency preparedness and response. The Wildfire Safety Section has primary responsibility for safety issues on wildfire and electric safety issues.

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

Working Conditions

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

• San Franciscolocation, please apply to JC#531462

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

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This is a hybrid position that will require the selected candidate to report to their assigned headquarter 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

PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION $12,562.00 - $15,724.00

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.

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

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Public Advocates Office/Electricity Planning & Policy/ Procurement Cost Recovery:

The Public Advocates Office (“the organization”) represents ratepayer interests in Commission proceedings and processes (e.g., workshops, rulemakings, investigations, utility applications, hearings, advice letters, committee and stakeholder meetings, and other forums), and in other venues impacting California utilities and ratepayers. These proceedings and processes set rates, rules, policies, and regulations.

Please visit www.publicadvocates.cpuc.ca.gov for more information on the Public Advocates Office.

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 planning, organizing, coordinating, leading, and inspiring multi-disciplinary teams on challenging and controversial projects.
• Describe your experience serving as an expert witness in Commission proceedings or other applicable venues, and supervising the work and formal testimony of others.
• Describe your experience leading or participating in negotiations involving complex policy and technical issues.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.

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.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.

Address for Mailing Application Packages: 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: 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

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.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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

Hiring Unit Contact:
Arthur Fisher
[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]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off