Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst I (JC-519840) - Communications Division/ Carrier Oversight [...]

Position Details 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 Work Location: Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Final Filing Date: 6/8/2026 Department Information Communications Division/ Carrier Oversight & Programs Branch/ Network Performance & Public Safety: Department Website: Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Program and Project Supervisor within the Communications Division's Carrier Oversight and Programs Branch, in the Network Performance and Public Safety section, this analyst will fulfill the role of a program analyst with minimal supervision. The responsibilities associated with this position encompass conducting policy analysis, drafting resolutions, performing technical research, analyzing data, and providing advisory support for the California Public Utilities Commission’s (Commission) initiatives pertaining to telecommunications service quality (SQ), Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events, and Resiliency Strategies. Furthermore, this analyst will actively participate in the communications service quality (SQ) and the Emergency Disaster Response (EDR) proceedings and the two (2) CPUC Decisions that relate to backup power requirements for wireline carriers and wireless providers to promote the delivery of high-quality utility services in California. This work is instrumental in supporting the Commission’s mission to ensure safe, reliable, and affordable communication services and infrastructure across the state. To develop comprehensive recommendations for the assigned proceedings, aimed at proposing effective solutions to address any identified policy issues or gaps. Conducting thorough analyses of responses, drafting memos, and preparing detailed reports will be key components of this process. Additionally, it will be essential to work in conjunction with the legal team, Administrative Law Judges, and the offices of the Commissioner to facilitate resolutions and informed decisions. Coordination with federal, state, and local government teams regarding relevant policies and procedures will also be a critical aspect of this undertaking. Additionally, it provides technical and policy analysis to assist the Commission in its emergency response efforts concerning communications services. This analysis will examine the network impacts resulting from wildfires, natural disasters, Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events, social protests, and other significant occurrences. Requirements Resume is required. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). 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). 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). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr California Public Utilities Commission