PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Paid Holidays

Defined benefit retirement

Telework Opportunities

401(k) & 457

Job summary

Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety in California seeks a seasoned supervisor to lead the Wildfire Mitigation Plan Branch A, directing staff and coordinating with Branch B to oversee WMP evaluations across nine electrical corporations. The role includes guiding policy development and ensuring safe, effective program operations.

The successful candidate will partner with the Program Manager to craft guidelines, review safety requirements, and drive continuous improvement within the division

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and direct the work of staff within the Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP) Branch A.
• Oversee the WMP evaluation process for nine electrical corporations with Branch B Supervisor.
• Assist in formulation of policies and practices to ensure smooth and efficient division functioning.

Job description

Job Description and Duties

This statewide recruitment offers flexibility in reporting location. The selected candidate's reporting location will be the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety's (Energy Safety) office closest to their residence.

Reporting Locations

Sacramento:
715 P Street, 15th Floor, CNRA Building, Sacramento CA 95814

Oakland Office:
555 12th Street, Suite 425, Oakland, CA 94607

LA Office:
3950 Paramount Blvd, Suite 210, Lakewood, CA 90712

Under general direction of the Electrical Safety Policy Division Program Manager, the incumbent will lead, supervise, and direct the work of staff within the Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP) Branch A. The Supervisor will jointly oversee, with the WMP Branch B Supervisor, the Electrical Safety Policy Division’s WMP evaluation process for nine electrical corporations. The Supervisor will also oversee the development of WMP Guidelines, the review of existing safety requirements and other wildfire mitigation programs as required. The Supervisor will assist the Program Manager in the formulation of policies and practices to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the Division.

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Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Special Requirements

Candidates who believe they meet the minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education outlined in the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of their degree, transcripts, and/or license with their application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency.

Confidential Information and SROA/Surplus Applicants: Do not include confidential information in your application or supporting documents, including, but not limited to your Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, or method of eligibility for non SROA/SURPLUS applicant. SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: Select SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)

The SOQ is an opportunity for applicants' to demonstrate how their education, training, experience, and skills meet the criteria outlined in the duty statement and qualify them for the position. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT, website searches, and third-party reviewers, may be helpful when researching and developing responses to the SOQ, However, by submitting an application for this position, you acknowledge that the SOQ you submit is your own work, written in your own words, and accurately reflects your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience. Submitting an SOQ that is not your own work may result in disqualification from the hiring process. Failure to submit a complete SOQ may result in disqualification from the interview process.

The SOQ must respond to each of the prompts below and demonstrate, in narrative form, how your training, experience, and education qualify you for the position.

• typed in 11-point font
• single-spaced
• no more than three (3) pages

SOQs that exceed the page limit, or that do not respond to the prompts below, will not be scored. SOQs will be evaluated based on the content and writing ability.

Please write your SOQ to address the following prompts:

• Describe your experience leading a multi-disciplinary team or complex project, including your ability to manage projects and deliver under pressure and changing circumstances.
• Describe your experience and approach to making difficult decisions or taking action based on limited available information.
• Describe your experience managing across levels, including managing up and bridging the gap between senior management and staff.
• Describe your experience and knowledge of electric utility grid and operations, wildfire risk and mitigation, and public safety power shutoffs.
• How do you ensure high-quality work is completed on time? Please provide examples of tools you have you used to track projects and improve time management.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Account

Some added benefits include:

• Flexible Work Hours
• Telework Opportunities
• Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Paid Sick & Vacation
• Retirement
• Basic Group Term Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & 457 plans
• Military Leave
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Long Term Care
• Group Legal Services
• Reimbursement Accounts

Contact Information

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

Department Website: Human Resources Contact: Recruitment Team 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: EEO Officer

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