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Job Posting: Energy Planning Data Analyst
Public Utilities Commission
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST III
$7,980.00 - $9,994.00 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: 12/10/2026
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,
For this classification, applicants with disabilities may gain eligibility through the Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP), an alternative to the standard testing process. Click here to open the examination bulletin. Applicants may choose to apply through either the Standard or LEAP process.
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.
- Conduct research and technical analyses on complex energy policy and energy market issues with moderate direction.
- Develop creative solutions to complex analytical problems while taking into consideration the market and policy implications.
- Work to develop and refine parts of a complex regulatory proceeding in a team environment.
- Represent the Energy Division and/or the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) in various high-profile settings. Collaborate with other state agencies and stakeholders to help achieve statewide clean energy goals.
- Organize and facilitate workshops and/or stakeholder meetings. Prepare workshop reports, as needed.
- Assist Commissioners, their advisors, management and other decision-makers regarding issues in the assigned areas.
- Review and prepare comments on pending legislation and respond to inquiries from the public and legislative staff.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
- Integrated Resource Planning.
- Integrated Resource Planning - Procurement Oversight.
- Integrated Resource Planning -Transmission and Interconnection.
This advertisement is listed specifically for Sacramento (LA, SF, SAC) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.
- Los Angeles location, please apply to JC# 538628
- San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 538601
Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
This position require travel.
Position Details
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. For details, visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program (PLP) page.
Department Information
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.
Please visit Energy Division's recruitment page located here: Energy-Division-Recruiting for further job opportunities.
Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! Please visit Federal Workers, California Welcomes You! for instructions on how to apply.
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 your experience gathering data and synthesizing information; and conducting analyses. Please highlight any electricity resource planning experience you may have.
- Describe your experience managing policy or energy projects, providing support to key parts of projects and project teams; establishing and managing schedules.
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 https://www.naces.org
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: 12/10/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is required and must be included.
- Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
Desirable Qualifications
Please highlight skills you have in these areas in your Statement of Qualifications.
- Understanding of California’s climate change and energy resource planning goals.
- Experience gathering data and synthesizing information using advance computer software such as data scraping tools such as snowflake, excel, tableau, Power BI, and Python to analysis large data sets, and then using this data to conduct regulatory and/or compliance analyses.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Talent Acquisition Unit
(916) 597-5683
cpucrecruiter@cpuc.ca.gov
Christine Root
(916) 537-6064
christine.root@cpuc.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 894-5799
ReasonableAccommodation@cpuc.ca.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Education
- Banking & Financial Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regulatory analyst jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as science, law, finance, or public policy
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory frameworks such as FDA, SEC, EPA, or CFTC rules
- Experience reviewing, interpreting, or summarizing regulatory guidance documents
- Proficiency with compliance management software or document control systems
- Strong written communication skills for drafting submissions, reports, and policy memos
- Professional certification such as RAC, CCEP, or equivalent domain credential preferred
Tips for Your Regulatory Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume to each regulatory domain
Regulatory work varies sharply between FDA-governed pharma roles and SEC-focused finance positions. Reframe your resume for each vertical you target, foregrounding the specific frameworks you've worked within, whether that's CFR Title 21, FINRA rules, or EPA permitting requirements.
List every relevant certification prominently
Certifications like RAC, CCEP, or CRC signal domain credibility that generalist applicants lack. Place them in a dedicated section near the top of your resume so hiring managers scanning quickly can confirm regulatory credentials before reading your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists regulatory analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory body, not just title
Many roles are written around a specific agency relationship, FDA, CFTC, FERC, or state health departments. Searching by the agency name alongside 'analyst' uncovers postings that use alternate titles like compliance specialist or policy analyst but require the same skill set.
Prepare a regulation deep-dive for your interview
Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through how you'd analyze a new rule or guidance document. Practice a structured response: identify the regulated entity, assess applicability, map compliance gaps, and outline a corrective path. Generic answers about 'staying current' don't cut it.
Negotiate using the full compensation picture
Regulatory analyst roles in government contracting often include allowances and clearance-maintenance value that pure private-sector offers lack. Before accepting or countering, clarify benefits, training budgets, and remote flexibility, since those elements vary more than base pay across sectors.
Regulatory Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most regulatory analysts?
The companies hiring the most regulatory analysts right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Oscar Management Corporation, and Truist, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in pharmaceuticals, financial services, and energy.
How many regulatory analyst jobs are remote?
About 81% of regulatory analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility across the compliance and policy field. Sub-areas like policy research, document review, and reporting analysis tend to be the most remote-friendly, while roles that require on-site audits or laboratory interaction are more likely to be fully in person.
How do you become a regulatory analyst?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, law, finance, or public administration. Build foundational knowledge of your target regulatory framework, whether FDA, SEC, EPA, or another agency, through coursework, internships, or entry-level compliance roles. Earning a domain certification like RAC or CCEP strengthens your candidacy, and demonstrated experience interpreting and summarizing regulatory guidance is what most employers evaluate first.
Can you get a regulatory analyst job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level regulatory analyst roles exist and typically look for candidates who can demonstrate regulatory research ability even without direct professional experience. Internships with regulated companies, relevant coursework in compliance or administrative law, and familiarity with agency dockets or public comment processes all substitute meaningfully for work history. Targeting smaller firms or government contractors often provides a faster path in than applying to large pharmaceutical or financial institutions.
What does the regulatory analyst interview process look like?
Most regulatory analyst interviews run two to three stages. An initial screen focuses on background and domain familiarity. A technical interview then tests your ability to interpret a regulation, identify applicability to a hypothetical scenario, and outline a compliance response. Final rounds often include a writing sample or case exercise where you summarize a guidance document or draft a brief regulatory memo. References and a background check typically close the process.
Where can I find and apply to regulatory analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to regulatory analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your background and the regulatory domain you work in, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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