Senior Regulatory Analyst

Senior Regulatory Analyst (JC-503259) – Energy Division, Building Decarbonization & Gas Policy Branch

Join the California Public Utilities Commission as a Senior Regulatory Analyst in the Energy Division’s Building Decarbonization & Gas Policy Branch. You will support the development and implementation of building decarbonization policies and programs, including board guidance, rule makings and collaborations across multiple departments and external stakeholders.

• Support policy development for building decarbonization rule makings and programs, including analysis of demand‑side programs such as Energy Efficiency, Demand Response, Customer Generation and Building Decarbonization.
• Assist with zonal electrification portfolios directed by SB 1221 (Min, 2024) and other statewide decarbonization initiatives.
• Analyze data and conduct economic, financial, and policy research to evaluate program performance, cost‑effectiveness and compliance.
• Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary teams to draft technical reports, evaluate studies and lead meetings.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to internal stakeholders, industry participants and state lawmakers.
• Apply regulatory oversight to large energy programs, ensuring alignment with California’s climate‑change goals.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in public utilities or transportation policy analysis, with a demonstrated record in economic, financial or policy research.
• Strong knowledge of California regulatory policies related to energy efficiency, demand response, customer generation and building decarbonization.
• Proven ability to conduct technical, economic or financial research and make actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to collaborate across departments and agencies.
• Certified to work in a federal environment (e.g., Federal Workers, CA) or possessing relevant credentials.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must provide:

• Submit a completed STD 678 application (State Examination/Application) electronically via Cal Careers (). Include employment history, education and a copy of your transcript or diploma.
• Attach a résumé and a SOQ that addresses the three SOQ questions above.
• All documents must be completed and post‑marked by Final Filing Date: 1/10/2026
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• Applicants who do not complete the STD 678 or the SOQ will not be considered.

Only the most qualified applicants will be invited for an interview. This posting may also be used as the job control for future vacancies per CCR 249.3.