Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst III

California Public Utilities Commission; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission in Sacramento is seeking a Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst III to support natural gas rate proceedings and policy analysis. You will advise senior staff, analyze regulatory issues, and prepare reports for decision-makers across the Energy Division.

The role requires independent analysis, collaboration with utilities and stakeholders, and participation in workshops and rulemaking processes. Hybrid telework is offered with permanent, full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist senior analysts in providing information to Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management.
• Support natural gas transmission, storage and distribution rates and costs proceedings and projects.
• Analyze regulatory, ratemaking, and policy issues and make recommendations based on independent analysis.
• Develop analysis for policy-setting rulemaking and review proposed legislative bills.
• Coordinate with agencies and stakeholders; write and present reports.

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-536918

Position #(s): 680-325-4611-007

Working Title: Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst III

Classification: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST III

$7,980.00 - $9,994.00

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. For details, visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program (PLP) page.

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: Sacramento County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Energy Division/ Building Decarbonization and Gas Policy Branch/ Gas & Oil Pipeline Costs and Rates : 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.

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

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

Job Description And Duties

Under general direction of the Project and Program Supervisor, the analyst will advise and assist senior analysts in providing information to high-level decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management. The analyst will support natural gas transmission, storage and distribution systems rates and costs proceedings and projects. The analyst will conduct analysis of regulatory, ratemaking, and policy issues in the California Public Utilities Commission's natural gas ratemaking proceedings and make recommendations based on independent analysis of regulatory, policy and technical issues. Under the guidance of senior analysts and direction from the supervisor, the analyst will develop analysis for and make recommendations regarding the CPUC’s policy-setting rulemaking via a wide range of work products, review and provide feedback on proposed legislative bills, and/or oversee implementation of programs that result from these CPUC and legislative processes.

The analyst will verify compliance with ratemaking proceedings, CPUC rules and policies, review and analyze advice letters, and prepare appropriate dispositions. The analyst will assist with workshops, meet and collaborate with utilities and other stakeholders. The analyst will assist with the review of utility costs accounts for reasonableness, and identify considerations and solutions related to various policy proposals and/or issues, including rates, social equity and environmental justice.

The analyst will perform other work as necessary, such as writing and presenting reports, coordinating with other California organizations and agencies (e.g., the California Energy Commission, the California Air Resources Board, California Independent System Operator), and responding to external inquiries.

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.

• Describe a study, filing, or proposal you independently analyzed that required you to develop an original approach. Describe the analysis you performed, and what recommendations did you make?
• Describe a time you were assigned a technical project and had to decide independently how to approach it. What decisions did you make, what competing priorities did you consider, and what were the results?
• Describe a time you led or played a key role in a study, project, or other workshop involving multiple stakeholders with differing views. How did you maintain a positive working relationship and what was the result?

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

Final Filing Date: 11/6/2026

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.

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.

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.