Program And Project Supervisor, Public Utilities Commission

Building Decarbonization Supervisor

Public Utilities Commission

JC-489706 - Building Decarbonization Supervisor

PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/5/2025

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

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 this classification, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on How to apply.

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.

The California Public Utilities Commission is one the State's lead agencies working to reduce carbon emissions and encourage sustainability in California. The Building Decarbonization Section provides advisory support for matters relating to building decarbonization policies and programs, including certain requirements of SB 1221, and equity-focused building decarbonization policies and programs.

The Program and Project Supervisor for the Section oversees staff who 1) provide advisory support to Commission decision-makers on building decarbonization policies 2) review and recommend action on utility compliance with Commission orders; 3) oversee building decarbonization program implementation and performance, 4) coordinate and collaborate with sections overseeing distributed energy resources, electric rates and grid planning; 5.) coordinate and collaborate with other state agencies on building decarbonization issues.

Job duties include supervision (hiring, assigning work, evaluating employee work products, employee evaluations, and training), organization (planning and prioritization of work, ensuring sufficient resources are available to achieve the section's goals), policy development (ensuring staff are developing facts and analysis to justify policy recommendations), collaboration (working with other sections on cross-over issues and communication (preparing and/or editing reports, briefing Administrative Law Judges, Commissioners, and division management, and making presentations internally and before other agencies).

The position requires background knowledge of building decarbonization policies and programs. Past history working in CPUC regulatory process is a plus as well as a background in the building decarbonization industry.

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)l. 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 (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

Sacramento location, please apply to JC# 489703

San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 489621

Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.

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.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Additional Documents

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Position Details

Job Code #: JC-489706

Position #(s):

...-002

Working Title: Building Decarbonization Supervisor

Classification: PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00

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: Los Angeles County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Energy Division/ Building Decarbonization and Gas Policy Branch/ Building Decarbonization Section:

Please visit Energy Division's recruitment page located here: Energy-Division-Recruiting for further job opportunities.

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.

Department Website:

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:

Describe a project or assignment where you exercised project management and leadership skills. Please include how you communicated with decision-makers.

Describe your knowledge and experience with any of the following topics: building decarbonization, zonal electrification, electric rates/bills, rebate programs for electric appliances.

Describe a project or assignment where you used quantitative and/or data analysis skills to form a policy recommendation.

For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov

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.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/5/2025