Energy Budget Analyst - JC-438767

Energy Division/Climate Initiatives, Renewables, and Administration Branch / Budget & Administration Section

Join a dynamic group of more than 200 professionals working on cutting edge energy policy as an Associate Program Governmental Analyst (AGPA) supporting our critical administrative functions. This job requires discretion, attention to detail and analytical skills. The California Public Utilities Commission's Energy Division develops and administers energy policy and programs to serve the public interest including addressing the climate crisis, advising the Commission, and ensuring compliance with the Commission decisions, statutory mandates and records retention policies. The Energy Division works to provide objective and expert analyses that promote reliable, safe and environmentally sound energy services at the lowest reasonable rates for the people of California. The Budget & Administration Section supports the Energy Division and is critical to its success.

Under the direction of the Staff Services Manager I, the Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) will provide support on budget, evaluation of management metrics (such as Work Product Metrics; training, etc.) aid in contracting, procurement, and document (technical report) production. Independently perform a wide variety of independent and analytical assignments. This position will facilitate and provide guidance to division management and serve in an analytic and support role. Conduct research and act as a liaison between Energy Division Management and staff. Be responsible for reports and preparation of project schedules and status reports. Ensure transparency and proper records management. Incumbent will lead and support document retention efforts for the Division per state guidelines. Incumbent will independently perform complex technical analytical tasks related to administering the Energy Policy and Programs Budgeting for the Division. Tasks may include research, writing, and editing documents; analyzing, preparing, and reviewing reports, oversight and tracking of Contract Encumbrances. The incumbent will analyze the administrative aspects of the programs in the Division such as personnel, budget, purchasing and contract needs, assisting Energy Division Budget Control Officer and other Management (as assigned) with the preparation of the annual Operating Expenses and Equipment (OE&E) and Travel Budget, processing Contract Request forms for training, Equipment Supply and Services Request forms, Travel and Training forms, and making recommendations to the staff and Energy Division management on the compliance with the State Administrative Rules and Regulations.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Qualifications: Please review the minimum qualifications for the Associate Governmental Program Analyst position here. 

Application To-Dos: 

1. Create a CalCareers account if you haven't already
2. Take the exam for the classification you're applying for - CalCareers (Hit “Apply Now” to get to the exam). This will allow you to become “list eligible” to apply for the role
3. Fill out the STD 678 form within your CalCareers application. This is the legal document we will use to review your application
4. Attach your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) within your CalCareers application.
   1. Describe your experience managing projects requiring coordination with individuals across multiple organizations, prioritizing assignments, and meeting deadlines.
   2. Describe your experience with written communication such as compiling reports, memos, or other documents; and filing various documents and maintaining databases.
5. Ensure your SOQ is formatted with the following requirements:
   • Number your responses in the same order as the questions listed, 1-2. Do not consolidate your responses.
   • Use 11-point Arial font
   • Single-spaced
   • 2 page limit
   • Submit your application by July 11, 2024 @ 11:59 PM PT

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please reach out to EnergyDivisionRecruiting@cpuc.ca.gov.