California Environmental Quality Act Project Manager

Working Title: California Environmental Quality Act Project Manager Classification: PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V $9,631.00 - $12,054.00 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. # of Positions: 1 Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Energy Division/ California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Branch/CEQA & Energy Permitting : We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to join our team. Please visit Energy Division's recruitment page located here: Energy-Division-Recruiting for further job opportunities. Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! Please visit Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! for instructions on how to apply. Department Website: 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. Under general direction of the section Program and Project Supervisor, the Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst V (PURA V) will act as a senior or principal CEQA Project Manager responsible for completing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) environmental review for infrastructure projects, such as electrical and natural gas infrastructure projects. The Project Manager will have lead responsibility in conducting complex technical, policy, and/or economic analyses and research to support Administrative Law Judges (ALJ), Commissioners, and Advisors in the permitting of utility infrastructure projects including electric transmission infrastructure (such as transmission lines and substations), and natural gas infrastructure (such as compressor stations and pipelines). Job duties include managing the development of CEQA and other environmental review documents and leading permitting for development of utility infrastructure projects. The Project Manager will also oversee the construction compliance of utility infrastructure projects. The CEQA Project Manager will advise and consult with ALJs regarding rulings and proposed decisions, provide technical support for ALJs in formal proceedings before the Commission, prepare briefings, and perform policy research. The CEQA Project Manager is responsible for requesting proposals for consultant services, managing the selection process and acting as contract manager overseeing the development of CEQA documents and other environmental documentation. The Project Manager will facilitate workshops and/or stakeholder meetings as needed. A PURA V will work on the most complex projects and manage several complex projects. Your STD 678 (application form) will be used to determine your qualifications in order to meet the minimum qualification requirements for the advertised classification(s). Please clearly describe all of your experience related to public utilities and/or transportation in the areas of economics, finance, or policy in the job description field(s) of your STD 678 form, along with the years and months of service. Failure to do so may result in not qualifying for the minimum qualifications for the advertised classification(s). You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. 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 experience with preparing or managing California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) environmental reviews and approvals for complex electrical or gas infrastructure projects, or other large industrial infrastructure projects. Describe your technical skills, education, and experience in the environmental and energy or industrial fields. Describe your experience with stakeholder outreach and engagement. For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide. 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. Final Filing Date: 7/20/2026 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. Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions. Other - Please submit a cover letter of not more than one typewritten page which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr