PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Job Description and Duties Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility.
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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.
Would you like to help California combat global warming and help improve the states aging infrastructure? Do you have a strong interest in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and/or energy planning issues? If so, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Branch in the Energy Division is looking for you! Significant new investments are required in order to support the State’s transition to a low-carbon energy infrastructure.
To realize these goals, new transmission lines have been planned and are being built throughout the State to integrate renewable energy.
At the same time, significant investments to improve distribution level infrastructure are required to improve the safety, delivery and reliability of electricity and gas.
Under the general direction of the Branch / Program Manager, the Program and Project Supervisor (PPS) is responsible for supervising, planning, and coordinating the activities of the CEQA & Energy Permitting Section (Section).
The incumbent directly supervises the work of Section staff, coordinates the Section’s work with other Energy Division (Division) sections and other Commission divisions, as necessary, and actively participates as a member of Division’s management team.
The incumbent may also receive assignments and direction from the Division Deputy Director and the Division Director.
The incumbent will consider diversity, equity, and inclusion in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and internal processes.
The CEQA & Energy Permitting Section plays an important role in permitting transmission and substation facilities throughout the State and is responsible for the development of environmental documents in accordance with CEQA and overseeing projects in construction.
Although this position primarily supports energy infrastructure, the CEQA & Energy Permitting Section provides permitting services to the whole California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and supports telecommunication and rail projects as well.
This provides staff the opportunity to diversify their professional portfolios by having a verity of projects and permitting challenges.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions This advertisement is listed specifically for San Francisco (LA, SF, SAC) location.
All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.
Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 412894 Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 412887 Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
This position requires travel.
Job Code #: JC-412685 Position #(s): 680-326-3504-003 Working Title: CEQA Supervisor Classification: PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION $11,957.
00 - $14,967.
00 Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Energy Division/ CEQA and FERC Branch/ CEQA and Energy Permitting: Department Website: https://www.
cpuc.
ca.
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 approach or philosophy regarding leadership and team work.
Describe your knowledge of or experience with the California Environmental Quality Act or the National Environmental Policy Act.
Describe your technical or economic skills, education and/or experience in the utility, environmental, and/or energy space.
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.
jobs.
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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: 2/1/2024 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.
ca.
gov.
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: Experience providing workshop and public meeting facilitation; ability to manage controversial meetings.
Experience managing complex projects dealing with communications or infrastructure projects, including managing within budget, establishing schedules, and producing timely deliverables.
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: Elaine Sison-Lebrilla (913) 823-4808 Elaine.
Sison-Lebrilla@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.
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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.