Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst II

Job Description and Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.

For this classification, applicants with disabilities may gain eligibility through the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternative to the standard testing process. Click here to open the examination bulletin. 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.

Performs technical research and analysis on the Deaf and Disabled Telecommunication (DDTP) program as part of an ongoing review of program, policy, contracts and related invoices, the multi-million-dollar equipment or relay-related contract areas, for compliance with terms and the Commission policy and decisions along with State contracting rules. Incumbent prepares payment letters; coordinates as necessary with contractors/vendors, other Commission staff including Administrative Services, Legal and CD, and others as required. Responsible for contractor evaluation or coordination of contract evaluation efforts and the issuance of new contracts (e.g., IFB/RFP) or amendments where required. Reviews and analyzes performance measures and tracks contractor performance. Performance standards are negotiated and set in the contracts and the performance measurements result from consumer feedback surveys. Incumbent analyzes those results in order to assess contractor performance and assess penalties that are set in contracts.

Develops portions of the annual program budget per PU Code 273 and required reports including triennial audit and annual program report per PU Code 274. The audit reports include financial and compliance information about program-related costs and activities for the DDTP. Incumbent researches and analyzes upcoming expense levels for new program budgets and makes recommendations in Resolutions which go before the Commission for approval. Forecast analysis includes analyzing data on population/demographic, industry and technological (e.g., Internet) changes as well as local and state statutory changes which directly impact future years' services and volume.

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Working Conditions

Will accept Training and Development assignment.

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

• San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 526927
• Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 526938

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

This position require 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.

Special Requirements

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at

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

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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

1. Project and Program leadership experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating project teams (to facilitate decisions on regulatory issues).
2. Demonstrated ability to lead projects, work well in a team environment and establish and maintain cooperative and positive working relationships with others.
3. Experience conducting data and policy analysis, including the demonstrated ability to develop conclusions and recommendations and to draft memorandum containing analysis of the relevant laws, polices and facts as well as leading such activities by others.
4. Excellent oral and written communications skills, including preparing oral and written reports to a variety of audiences and making recommendations based on analytical findings.

Benefits

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 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.
• Other - Prepare and submit a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications. 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.