Program And Project Supervisor, Public Utilities

Job Posting:
Program and Project Supervisor

Public Utilities Commission

JC-532575 - Program and Project Supervisor

$12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 9/28/2026

Under the general direction of the Program Manager (PM), the incumbent is responsible for supervising, planning, and coordinating the activities of a multi-disciplinary professional staff. The incumbent directly supervises the work of Section staff, coordinates the Section’s work with other Safety Policy Division sections, Commission divisions, and state agencies, as necessary, and ensures timely completion of high-quality work products that align with the Division's and Commission's goals and objectives.

The incumbent actively participates as a member of Safety Policy Division’s management team. The incumbent will oversee and assist with the creation of resolutions ratifying Wildfire Mitigation Plans and other policy and procedural matters to be voted on by the Commission.

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 incumbent will lead the development, recommendation, and implementation of policy through data-driven analysis and research. The incumbent will ensure the production of clear and concise briefing materials for effectively communicating policy and technical recommendations to a range of audiences, including Commissioners and CPUC executives, verbally, in writing, and in formal presentations. The incumbent will oversee the production of policy documents, memoranda, white papers, and other material related to wildfire risk, utility safety performance, and other matters related to safe and reliable provision of energy to Californians by regulated utilities.

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

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, apply to JC#532573
• San Francisco location, apply to JC#532568

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 headquarters 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.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Salary: $12,562.00 - $15,724.00 per Month

Effective July 1, 2025, CalHR launched the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025 with Pay Differential 386. PLP 2025 temporarily reduces state employee pay in exchange for leave hours to help address budget shortfalls. Salary ranges in this posting exclude the temporary reduction.

# of Positions: 1

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Safety Policy Division/ Safety Management Systems/ Wildfire and Safety Performance:

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your Cal Career Account at

Electronic applications submitted through your Cal Career 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…