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. 

Join a dynamic group of more than 200 professionals working on cutting edge energy policy as an Analyst II supporting our critical administrative functions. This job requires discretion, attention to detail, and analytical skills. The California Public Utilities Commission's Energy Division develops and administers energy policy and programs to serve the public interest including addressing the climate crisis, advising the Commission, and ensuring compliance with the Commission decisions, statutory mandates and records retention policies. The Energy Division works to provide objective and expert analyses that promote reliable, safe and environmentally sound energy services at the lowest reasonable rates for the people of California. The Budget and Tariffs Section supports the Energy Division and is critical to its success.

Under general direction of the Supervisor I, the incumbent will perform the more responsible, varied, and complex technical analytical staff services assignments such as program evaluation and planning; policy analysis and formulation; systems development; and continually provide consultative services to management, Engineers and Public Utilities Regulatory Analysts (PURAs) of the Energy Division (Division).

Duties must be performed at the highest degree of competence as there would be a high degree of impact on the division with the responsibilities listed below:

• Oversight of external vendor contract and managing the entire contract lifecycle to ensure compliance, performance, and value.
• Monitoring contract budget and invoicing and maintaining regular communication with vendor to mitigate risks.
• Website oversight and maintenance, providing, with assistance of vendor, technical maintenance, security, content auditing, performance tracking, and legal compliance.
• Review and analyze incoming Advice Letters for compliance with basic requirements of General Order (GO) 96-B. Process incoming Advice Letters, recording them into the Oracle database. Prepare and serve Disposition Advice Letters.
• Develop reports showing Advice Letters status as requested by the Energy Division Management.
• Complete all steps in the Resolution process from draft to finalization, ensuring all parties are served using the relevant service lists, taking charge of the approval process within the Commission for mailing the resolutions.
• Work with the Process Office to put Resolutions on the Commission agenda.

Please note, 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 .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

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:

1. Describe your experience managing projects requiring coordination with individuals across multiple organizations, prioritizing assignments, and meeting deadlines while maintaining cooperative and positive working relationships with others.
2. Describe your experience maintaining accuracy in administrative functions, in particular in the fields of submitting reports and projects; your proficiency with Excel and Word applications, and your experience with contract oversight and website maintenance and oversight, if any.
   
3. Describe your experience analyzing and interpreting laws, rules, and regulations and/or working in administrative areas including the areas of regulation and compliance matters.
   

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.

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: 7/20/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP 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 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

N/A

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

N/A

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 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.

Benefits

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website:

Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition Unit
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Hiring Unit Contact:
Matthew Iribarne
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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:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
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