EMPLOYER: California Public Utilities Commission
CLOSING DATE: Position open until filled.
COMPENSATION: DOQ. We offer excellent benefits, including medical and dental insurance and vision care, 14 paid holidays per year, a leave plan, deferred compensation plans (401k and /or 457), a retirement plan, transit subsidy of up to $65 per month, employee assistance program, on-site child care, optional group legal services plan, optional long-term disability plan, and flexible schedule and telecommuting opportunities.TO APPLY:
If you would like to apply, please go to http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/jobs/ and you can register and fill out an application online. With our new automated application system, you can view and apply to multiple exams once you have registered and completed an initial application. In addition to applying online, candidates can view a detailed job description, view the current exam schedule, and search current openings at the Commission. Once you are registered and have completed the application, you can at any time add information to your profile to keep your application current, print out copies of your application and check the status of your application for a particular exam. You may also submit your application via fax to (415) 703-1737, attention Thuy Nguyen, or email it to cpucrecruiter@cpuc.ca.gov. If you are unsure about what exams or positions you qualify for, for an initial review of your application or resume, or for more employment information, contact us at cpucrecruiter@cpuc.ca.gov, or call (866) 652-3977.DESCRIPTION: The California Public Utilities Commission, CPUC, one of the nations leading regulatory agencies is actively recruiting Public Policy Analysts. The CPUC is recognized internationally for its innovative policy initiatives. The policy standards we create for California often influence national regulatory trends and federal policies. Join our team of talented staff and commissioners to help launch programs such as: climate change, consumer protection, renewable energy, energy efficiency, rail safety, and many other important issues that are shaping California's future.
Join our team of
talented staff to help launch programs in climate change, consumer protection,
renewable energy, energy efficiency, rail safety, telecommunications, broadband,
and many other important issues that are shaping California's economic and
environmental future!
The Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst (PURA) positions provide an opportunity
to perform policy research, analysis and development on a wide variety of issues
pertaining to public utilities or transportation regulation. A PURA will
analyze, evaluate, develop and recommend alternatives on a wide range of
regulatory issues and consult with and advise Commission management, staff and
other interested parties. PURAs work in the following areas: Industry Divisions
(Energy, Telecommunications, Water, Rail Safety and Carriers), Office of
Ratepayer Advocates, Consumer Services Division, and Division of Strategic
Planning.
Qualifications: Individuals with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance,
Economics, Public Policy or a closely related field are encouraged to apply.
Individuals with any Bachelor's or Master's degree with at least twenty-four
semester units or 36 quarter units of upper division coursework in these subject
areas are also encouraged to apply. All interested individuals will be required
to submit a comprehensive list of completed coursework. Applicants must have an
ability and desire to perform a wide variety of tasks in a team setting, as well
as work independently on individual assignments. Excellent oral and written
communication skills are essential. Research and statistical skills and a
knowledge of computers and software systems are highly desirable.
The
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) regulates privately owned
telecommunication , electric , natural gas , water , railroad , rail transit ,
and passenger transportation companies . We are responsible for ensuring that
customers have safe, reliable utility service at reasonable rates, protecting
against fraud, and promoting the health of California's economy. The CPUC,
headquarters in San Francisco and with offices in Sacramento and Los Angeles, is
recognized internationally for its innovative and proactive policy initiatives .
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