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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.
Would you like to contribute to achieving the state's ambitious and internationally recognized clean energy and environmental goals? The California Public Utilities Commission is the State's lead agency working to increase the amount of clean and renewable energy in California. The Renewables Procurement Section is in search of dynamic, creative team members to assist in implementing critical statewide programs, such as the California Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) program. Established in 2002, the RPS program seeks to reduce fossil fuel consumption, air pollution, and greenhouse gases associated with electricity generation. If energy or environmental sustainability is your passion, and you would like to contribute to California's clean energy future, we encourage you to apply. The Renewables Procurement Section values strong communication skills and seeks individuals that perform well in team environments.
Under supervision of the Project and Program Supervisor, the engineer will advise and assist high-level decision-makers such as Commissioners, Judges, and Energy Division management. The engineer may act as a team leader and project coordinator on renewable energy analysis projects, which may include policy and technical analysis, as well as data management, modeling, and visualization. The engineer will make recommendations based on independent analysis of regulatory, policy and technical issues. The engineer will also develop analysis and make recommendations regarding the CPUC's policy-setting rulemakings via a wide range of work products, review and provide feedback on proposed legislative bills, and/or oversee implementation of programs that result from these CPUC and legislative processes.
The engineer will perform other work as necessary, such as writing and presenting reports, coordinating with other California organizations and agencies (e.g., the California Energy Commission, the California Air Resources Board, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, U.S. Forest Service, California Independent System Operator), and responding to outside inquiries.
This position is advertised as Limited-term for 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or may become permanent. This position requires travel.
Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
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 will not be considered or scored. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced, and no more than two pages.
- What is your experience in policy and technical analysis; this should include your experience with modeling and making suitable recommendations based on your analyses?
- What is your experience with rules and regulations related to safety, electric system reliability, electrical grid interconnections, as well as the environment?
- What is your experience managing multiple datasets, analyzing big data, building or modifying databases, presenting data, and using various data visualization software (e.g. Tableau and ArcGIS)?
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
Final Filing Date: 10/15/2024
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.
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact: Cheryl Lee
(415) 703-2167
cheryl.lee@cpuc.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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