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Department Information The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) regulates services and utilities, protects consumers, safeguards the environment, and assures Californians' access to safe and reliable utility infrastructure and services. The essential services regulated include electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, and passenger transportation companies. This position will be headquartered at either the San Francisco or Sacramento location. Under the general direction of the California Public Utilities Commission (Commission or CPUC) and the personal direction of the President thereof, to: (1) coordinate the operations of the Commission, relieve members of the Commission of administrative detail and assist the President of the Commission in the discharge of their duties; (2) prepare and present the budget of the Commission to the proper fiscal officers of the State and to the Legislature, and handle all budgetary and procurement matters of the Commission relating to personnel, services and materials; (3) keep a full and true record of all proceedings of the Commission, issue necessary process, writs, warrants, and notices, and perform other duties required by law; and (4) do other work as required by the Commission and the Public Utilities Code. Please see the attached duty statement for full details. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited university and a minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience, including at least three (3) years in an executive level role and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in administration, budget setting, budget management, and personnel management. An advanced degree in a relevant field is desirable. Compensation The annual salary range for the Executive Director of the California Public Utilities Commission is $19,431.00 - $21,113.00. The selected candidate will be offered a salary within the range based on their qualifications. The selected candidate will also receive package benefits available to state employees including retirement, health, dental, and vision insurance, and leave allowances. The link to more information can be found below under the benefits section. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions 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. Travel to worksites throughout the state of California which could require extended hours of work and/or multiple-day trips. Will be required to travel between CPUC offices located in San Francisco, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. This position will be headquartered at either the San Francisco or Sacramento location. Final Filing Date: 9/16/2025