What are the responsibilities and job description for the PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST I position at Public Utilities Commission?
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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.
Consider meaningful work with California communities to address their broadband Internet access, affordability, and digital equity needs! This position is a hybrid work schedule.
The Broadband Policy Analyst will conduct entry level technical, policy, and economic analysis to support local communities, public entities and internet service providers to engage with broadband internet access programs.
Under the direction of the Program & Project Supervisor, the broadband Policy Analyst (PURA I/II) will work with policy and technical team members to engage with local governments, joint power authorities and other entities to provide internet services in unserved and underserved areas in California. The Analyst will conduct technical, policy, economic and other analyses in support of outreach efforts, through in-person and virtual meetings, including working with entities to progress their broadband projects.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
This advertisement is listed specifically for San Francisco (SF, SAC, LA) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.
Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 517479
Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 517482
Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
These positions 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.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST I
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST II
Job Application Package Checklist
Duty Statement
Job Code #:
JC-517183
Position #(s):
680-334-4592-505
Working Title:
Broadband Caseworker Policy Analyst
Classification:
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST I
$4,632.00 - $7,553.00
Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 temporarily reduces state employee pay in exchange for leave hours to help address budget shortfalls. Salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction. For details, visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program (PLP) page.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Are you passionate about bridging the digital divide? Then this is the position for you! Join the team that will connect unserved Californians with high-speed Internet. The California Public Utilities Commission (Commission) develops and implements policies for the communications industry in California, including ensuring fair, affordable universal access to necessary services, developing clear rules to allow flexibility without compromising due process, and removing barriers to competition. The Communications Division plays a central role in implementing the Governor's signing of Senate Bill 156 (Chapter 112, Statutes of 2021), which authorizes $6 billion to be spent on closing California's Digital Divide. The SB 156 Broadband Infrastructure Package includes $2 billion to build last-mile infrastructure to provide Californians with access to high-speed broadband service.
The Federal Funding Account, administered by the Commission, is a $2 billion grant program for last-mile broadband infrastructure projects to connect unserved Californians in accordance with 2021’s Senate Bill 156.
The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
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 two questions:
Describe your experience conducting entry-level (for PURA I) or increasingly complex (for PURA II) policy analysis and formulating policy for a government program or project.
Describe your experience conducting research and presenting to the general public, other agencies and/or elected officials.
For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.
It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.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.naces.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.
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:
Knowledge of Federal and State legislation and policies related to Broadband Internet Access Services
Experience working in the fields of telecommunications or broadband.
Knowledge and experience of data analysis techniques or spatial analysis and/or visualization software.
Salary : $55,584 - $90,636
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