Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Senior I/II

SAN-Diego-Gas-&-Electri; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

SDG&E in Sacramento seeks a Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Senior I/II to develop regulatory positions, draft filings, and lead cross-functional initiatives ensuring compliance and strategic outcomes.

The role is part of State Government Relations – Policy & Issue Management, engaging with the California Energy Commission, Air Resources Board, and other agencies to advance the company’s energy and environmental priorities while collaborating across internal teams.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Typically requires 5 years of related experience.
• Major in Communications; Political Science; Public Policy; Environmental Policy; Public Administration; Business; Economics; Statistics; Engineering; or related field.
• Experience representing an organization in agency proceedings, public workshops, or stakeholder meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develops regulatory positions and complex filings.
• Coordinates cross‑functional evidence packages and aligns timelines to regulator milestones.
• Advises on compliance for growth initiatives and outlines regulatory pathways, risks, and mitigations.
• Represents the organization in technical committees or industry forums.
• Crafts well‑supported responses to deficiency letters or data requests.
• Mentors junior staff on drafting techniques, regulator engagement, and evidence building.
• Engages directly with state policymakers to advance company energy and environmental policy priorities.
• Builds relationships with agency staff and stakeholders to identify alignment opportunities.
• Advise leadership on agency priorities, policy risks and opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory risk

Cross-functional

Policy interpretation

Documentation

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Senior I/II

#26-74900

Job Description

SDG&E is not just an energy company, we are the architects of a brighter, cleaner future. Our employees power everyday life for 3.7 million people – bringing the energy to support their passions, ambitions, and the heartbeat of our community.

We call Southern California our home. It’s where we chase our dreams and raise our families. That’s why the people who live here deserve an energy company unlike any other, and that’s why every day, SDG&E employees strive to be at the forefront of innovations to reduce emissions, modernize the electric grid, and enable our customers to make the transition to clean technologies. We’re redefining sustainability, advancing zero-emissions solutions, and driving the electric vehicle revolution.

It takes the best to build the best – join us!

This position is located in Sacramento, CA.

Can Be Filled at a Higher Level Based on Experience.

Primary Purpose: Develops regulatory positions, drafts complex filings, and leads cross-functional coordination for compliance initiatives. Strengthens strategic outcomes by ensuring submissions meet regulatory standards and advance organizational interests. This position is part of the State Government Relations – Policy & Issue Management organization. The shared service team leads cross-functional policy development and advocacy on significant state energy and environmental issues before local air districts, state agencies (excluding the CPUC), and the Legislature. The team works with internal and external stakeholders and engages directly with policymakers to advance Company objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops positions and drafts complex filings (new registrations, significant variations, rate cases with customer impact models); structures arguments and evidence for approval.
• Coordinates cross‑functional evidence packages (quality systems, testing, safety, customer impact) and aligns timelines to regulator milestones.
• Advices on compliance for growth initiatives (new product lines, acquisitions, market entries); outlines regulatory pathways, risks, and mitigations.
• Represents the organization in technical committees or industry forums; explains compliance rationale and proposed policy outcomes.
• Crafts well‑supported responses to deficiency letters or data requests; negotiates realistic timelines and commitments. .
• Mentors junior staff on drafting techniques, regulator engagement, and evidence building.
• Engages directly with state policymakers, including but not limited to staff at the California Energy Commission and California Air Resources Board, to advance Company energy and environmental policy priorities.
• Builds relationships with agency staff and key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for potential alignment in advocacy approaches.
• Advises leadership on agency priorities, policy risks and opportunities, and recommended engagement strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Typically requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Typically requires 5 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Major in Communications; Political Science; Public Policy; Environmental Policy; Public Administration; Business; Economics; Statistics; Engineering; or other related field.
• Experience representing an organization in agency proceedings, public workshops, stakeholder meetings, coalitions, associations, or other external forums.
• Experience engaging with or working for the California Energy Commission, California Air Resources Board, a California air district, the California Legislature, Governor’s Office, or another state agency.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to assess regulatory and compliance risks associated with business or operational changes.
• Ability to balance regulatory expectations with operational objectives.
• Ability to contribute expert regulatory or compliance input to cross-functional initiatives.
• Knowledge of regulator and auditor expectations.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks across multiple lifecycle stages or processes.
• Skill in drafting, reviewing, and refining complex regulatory or compliance documentation.
• Skill in interpreting regulations, guidance, and internal policies with limited direction.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to exercise sound judgment in politically sensitive or high-visibility situations, and represent the companies effectively with external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of and experience with California energy and utility policy, including issues affecting electric and natural gas utilities, affordability, reliability, wildfire, infrastructure, environmental policy, and the clean energy transition.
• Knowledge of and experience with California government affairs practices, including legislative and regulatory advocacy, coalition engagement, stakeholder outreach, and executive briefings.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Work Schedule

HYBRID: Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 4 days per week onsite.

Area of Interest

Regulatory

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Total Rewards Philosophy

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit‑based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits , life insurance , paid time off , as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement , paid parental leave , and employee assistance programs .

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $103,500.00 - $163,500.00 / year

Pay Transparency

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with state and federal law. If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process, please contact the hiring company to request assistance or a reasonable accommodation. All qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, will be considered for employment following applicable state and local laws. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. For positions covered by USDOT regulations, the company will comply with any DOT regulations related to the consideration of applicants with drug and/or alcohol related convictions.

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