PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V

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If you are an energy professional who wants to contribute to the State of California’s ambitious clean energy and climate goals, then the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)'s Energy Division is the right place for you.
The Division provides policy and technical expertise to the Commission on all energy issues and in support of the Commission’s objectives for clean energy, reasonable rates and safe and reliable energy services.
The Division’s oversight is comprehensive, covering demand side topics such as energy efficiency, customer generation and demand response, as well as long term procurement planning, reliability, retail energy markets and grid infrastructure.
The Division is in search of creative, dynamic, independent and critical thinking analysts who enjoy challenges, strive to learn, and consistently aim to develop new skills.
We value quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.
If clean energy or environmental sustainability is your passion, we encourage you to apply for our positions.
The Energy Division is seeking an experienced senior-level analyst to oversee the implementation of the Commission’s data access policies.
Customer energy usage data, and access to that data by non-utility entities, is a growing issue that impacts several programs and initiatives that the Commission oversees.
This is a high visibility position that will require briefing Commissioners and advisors and working closely with other Energy Division staff, interested parties and consultants, if hired for technical support.
Under the general direction of the program and project supervisor, the individual filling this PURA V position will support Commission policies concerning non-utility access to customer energy usage data and other personally identifiable information.
Specifically, the incumbent will be the lead analyst to resolve customer data privacy and access issues.
This includes oversight of utility provision of customer data/information to third parties who seek such information either for individual customers or in aggregate.
These third parties include government agencies, academic institutions, Community Choice Aggregators (CCAs) and entities that are known as ‘distributed energy resources” or “DER” providers who need the data to implement customer demand-side programs.
The incumbent would also be responsible for overseeing utility data access mechanisms or portals for third parties to ensure that they are operating as intended.
To the extent the Commission modifies its data access policies, the incumbent would be the lead analyst for those efforts.
The incumbent may also be responsible for representing the Division in California Independent System Operator or California Energy Commission stakeholder processes where customer usage data is a relevant issue.
The incumbent could also serve as a resource on other data issues such as improving standardization and efficiency in Energy Division’s processes of collecting, storing and displaying data it receives from the utilities.
Please note: funding for this limited-term position expires on 06/30/24 but may become permanent based upon funding.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Note: This advertisement is listed specifically for the San Francisco location only.
Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 409990 Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 409984 Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
This position requires travel.
This position is advertised as Limited-term for 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent.
Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria.
Telework Policy CalHR Job Code #: JC-409977 Position #(s): 680-328-4616-970 Working Title: Senior Data Analyst Classification: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V $9,078.
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00 Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: Telework Job Type: 12 Month Limited Term - Full Time Department Information Energy Division/ Distribution Planning Branch/ Grid Planning, Energy Storage and Non-Wires Alternatives: Department Website: https://www.
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gov 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.
Please write your SOQ to address the following three questions: Describe your ability to research and analyze complex energy policy issues, focused on the electricity system to inform a policy or business decision.
Describe your ability to execute quantitative tasks and/or ability to comprehend technical or operational concepts related to energy and/or climate policy.
Describe your ability to facilitate meetings between utilities and third parties, or stakeholder workshops, or participate in public forums representing Energy Division.
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.
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gov 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 https://www.
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org 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.
Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/17/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.
Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.
CalCareers.
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When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Public Utilities Commission Attn: Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco, CA 94102 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Public Utilities Commission Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco, CA 94102 Monday to Friday Except Holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM 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.
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.
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: Familiarity with distributed energy resources, specifically demand response and/or behind-the-meter storage.
Experience or knowledge of retail energy markets in California or elsewhere.
Familiarity with customer data access policies, in California or elsewhere.
Benefits Benefits Summary Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://www.
cpuc.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Gabe Petlin (415) 703-1677 gp1@cpuc.
ca.
gov 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 Main Line (415) 703-5331 EEOConcerns@cpuc.
ca.
gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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.