PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V

State of California; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking a Senior Electric Pricing and Policy Analyst to shape energy policy and pricing strategy in California. The role leads complex projects and programs, advising decision-makers and designing forward-looking rate structures to promote electrification, decarbonization and equitable customer protections.

The position is hybrid, with travel, and the office locations include Los Angeles, San Francisco and Sacramento.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V.

Responsibilities

• Shape California energy policy in electric industry pricing strategy and innovation.
• Manage complex legal proceedings, projects and programs for designing and implementing forward-looking rate structures.
• Provide analytical and advisory support to Administrative Law Judges, Commissioners and other decision-makers.
• Develop advanced rates to incentivize efficient grid utilization, decarbonization and customer protections.

Job description

Senior Electric Pricing and Policy Analyst

Job Posting: Senior Electric Pricing and Policy Analyst

Public Utilities Commission

JC-531067

PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V

$9,631.00 - $12,054.00 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: 9/15/2026

The Senior Electric Pricing and Policy Analyst position is an exciting opportunity to shape the direction of California energy policy in electric industry pricing strategy and innovation. This leadership role will involve the management of complex legal proceedings, projects and programs for designing and implementing forward-thinking rate and pricing structures that promote electrification, decarbonization, and customer equity, including the prudent interconnection of data centers. Moreover, this position will require analytical and advisory support of Administrative Law Judges, Commissioners, and other key decision-makers. The successful candidate will embrace the tightrope act of developing advanced rates that incentivize efficient grid utilization, continued clean energy development and improved customer protections in an era of rapid electrification and technological innovation.

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

Working Conditions

Please note: The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must also reside in the state of California. The CPUC may consider certain forms of employment sponsorship, including some visa types, on a case-by-case basis in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations.

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.

• Sacramentolocation, please apply to JC#531059
• San Franciscolocation, please apply to JC#531026

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 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

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V

Classification

PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V $9,631.00 - $12,054.00

Effective July 1, 2025

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

Energy Division/Electric Rates, Rates Discounts and Rates Analysis

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.

Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! Please visit Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! for instructions on how to apply.

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 your ability to manage complex projects and implement programs involving interdisciplinary teams and the production of numerous analytical deliverables.
• Describe your quantitative reasoning capacity, modeling skills, and ability to evaluate and interpret large data sets to develop recommendations.
• Describe your experience preparing written briefings, reports, recommendations, or other materials on technical subject matter based on analysis and research. Include the purpose of the work, your role, the intended audience, and outcome.

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

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• 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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Analytical experience involving electric utility costs and rates.

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:
Paul Phillips
[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.