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Analyst, Utility Costs and Compliance

$7,980 - $9,994 per month
Full-time

Public Utilities Commission

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 these classifications, please  Click here or  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 or  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 Program and Project Supervisor, the Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst (PURA) will assist more senior level staff when advising high-level decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management on electric utility financing proceedings, general rate cases, and other matters related to utility costs and compliance. The PURA may begin to coordinate smaller proceedings and take increasing responsibility for discrete subject matters, or generally act as a team member working under the guidance of the project coordinator of larger proceedings. The PURA will assist senior level staff analyzing utility general rate case requests, cost of capital applications, utility requests to securitize costs through issuance of recovery bonds, and other utility financing matters.

The PURA will perform other work and assist more senior team members and Energy Division management as necessary. Such tasks may include coordinating and contributing to written reports, performing qualitative and quantitative analysis related to utility and other party proposals, addressing complex utility advice letter submissions, and reviewing proposed legislation.

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 .

Working Conditions

This advertisement is listed specifically for Los Angeles (SF, SAC, LA) location.  All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

  • San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 532463
  • Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 532557

Note: No preference is given to applicants at any particular location. Please only apply to multiple locations if you are undecided about your preferred location.

This position requires 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.

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 researching, collecting, and analyzing data (quantitative & qualitative analysis) and regulations.
  2. Describe your experience writing persuasive and clear reports explaining complex issues and technical information, and resulting in recommendations.
  3. Describe your experience conducting and applying financial, economic, accounting, and/or tax analysis, particularly in the utility or regulatory context.

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.

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:

  • Familiarity with the principles of economics, finance, accounting, taxation, and/ or business law.
  • Familiarity with cost-of-service utility rate-making and regulation.

Benefits

Additional Application Information

Please indicate “Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst III” or “Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst II” in the Examination/Job Title section on the CA State Application (std 678).


This position may be filled at either the Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst III or II level for recruitment purposes. Duties will be adjusted commensurate with the level at which the position is filled.

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.
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