Senior Energy Pricing Analyst
California Public Utilities Commission, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Equal Opportunity Employer
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-507917
Position #(s):
680-327-4616-013
Working Title:
Senior Energy Pricing Analyst
Classification:
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V
Salary Range:
$9,631.00 - $12,054.00
Effective Date:
July 1, 2025 (note: CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386; salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction)
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The Energy Division (Electric Rates, Customer Generation, and Demand Response Branch / Electric Rates) develops and administers innovative energy policies and programs to serve the public interest and advise the public by providing objective and expert analyses that promote reliable, safe, and environmentally sound energy services at reasonable rates for the people of California.
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.
Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! Please visit Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! for instructions on how to apply.
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Section Program and Project Supervisor (PPS), the incumbent will conduct complex economic, policy and/or technical analyses and research to support Administrative Law Judges (ALJ), Commissioners, and Advisors. The Senior Energy Pricing Analyst will lead analytical projects designing and implementing new electric industry pricing strategies and rates to promote electrification, decarbonization and customer equity.
Responsibilities include: shaping advanced rate designs through rulemaking and ratemaking proceedings, overseeing and implementing new tariffs and programs for residential and non‑residential classes, developing pricing strategies and data collection efforts that promote affordability, electrification, decarbonization and grid efficiency and reliability, and coordinating with interagency partners and the assigned Administrative Law Judge and Commissioner’s office.
Applicants must have eligibility. New state service candidates must follow the examination bulletin to gain eligibility. The examination is separate from applying for this vacancy. Virtual interviews may be offered; in‑person interviews remain available if permissible.
Applicants should provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) demonstrating relevant experience, with a maximum of two pages. The SOQ must address the following:
Describe your ability to manage complex long‑term projects involving large interdisciplinary teams and deliver numerous analytical work products under tight deadlines.
Describe your quantitative reasoning capacity, spreadsheet and modeling skills, and ability to effectively analyze and interpret data to formulate conclusions and recommendations.
Describe your ability to prepare and deliver persuasive written and verbal briefings on technical subject matter based on research and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.
Special Requirements
The position requires a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Provide CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements and/or restrictions.
Application Instructions Complete applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 2/21/2026.
Eligible applicants include those currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, list or LEAP eligible, or in the process of obtaining list eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority.
Use the STD 678 (application form) to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). Resumes are optional but required for the application package.
Required Application Package Documents:
Completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 or electronic version through CalCareer.
Resume.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of scheduling. Contact the EEO office for assistance.
Mailing and drop‑off addresses for application packages: Public Utilities Commission, Human Resources Division, 505 Van Ness Ave., Room 3008, San Francisco, CA 94102, Monday‑Friday (08:00‑17:00). For hard‑copy submissions, include a completed copy of the Application Package listing.
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-507917
Position #(s):
680-327-4616-013
Working Title:
Senior Energy Pricing Analyst
Classification:
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST V
Salary Range:
$9,631.00 - $12,054.00
Effective Date:
July 1, 2025 (note: CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386; salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction)
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information The Energy Division (Electric Rates, Customer Generation, and Demand Response Branch / Electric Rates) develops and administers innovative energy policies and programs to serve the public interest and advise the public by providing objective and expert analyses that promote reliable, safe, and environmentally sound energy services at reasonable rates for the people of California.
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.
Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! Please visit Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! for instructions on how to apply.
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Section Program and Project Supervisor (PPS), the incumbent will conduct complex economic, policy and/or technical analyses and research to support Administrative Law Judges (ALJ), Commissioners, and Advisors. The Senior Energy Pricing Analyst will lead analytical projects designing and implementing new electric industry pricing strategies and rates to promote electrification, decarbonization and customer equity.
Responsibilities include: shaping advanced rate designs through rulemaking and ratemaking proceedings, overseeing and implementing new tariffs and programs for residential and non‑residential classes, developing pricing strategies and data collection efforts that promote affordability, electrification, decarbonization and grid efficiency and reliability, and coordinating with interagency partners and the assigned Administrative Law Judge and Commissioner’s office.
Applicants must have eligibility. New state service candidates must follow the examination bulletin to gain eligibility. The examination is separate from applying for this vacancy. Virtual interviews may be offered; in‑person interviews remain available if permissible.
Applicants should provide a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) demonstrating relevant experience, with a maximum of two pages. The SOQ must address the following:
Describe your ability to manage complex long‑term projects involving large interdisciplinary teams and deliver numerous analytical work products under tight deadlines.
Describe your quantitative reasoning capacity, spreadsheet and modeling skills, and ability to effectively analyze and interpret data to formulate conclusions and recommendations.
Describe your ability to prepare and deliver persuasive written and verbal briefings on technical subject matter based on research and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data.
Special Requirements
The position requires a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Provide CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements and/or restrictions.
Application Instructions Complete applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 2/21/2026.
Eligible applicants include those currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, list or LEAP eligible, or in the process of obtaining list eligibility. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority.
Use the STD 678 (application form) to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). Resumes are optional but required for the application package.
Required Application Package Documents:
Completed State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 or electronic version through CalCareer.
Resume.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time of scheduling. Contact the EEO office for assistance.
Mailing and drop‑off addresses for application packages: Public Utilities Commission, Human Resources Division, 505 Van Ness Ave., Room 3008, San Francisco, CA 94102, Monday‑Friday (08:00‑17:00). For hard‑copy submissions, include a completed copy of the Application Package listing.
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