Branch Manager

Branch Manager

California Energy Commission

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Building Decarbonization Section of the Reliability, Renewable Energy & Decarbonization Incentives (RREDI) Division, the Program Manager, Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has full management responsibility for the most complex and sensitive program issues including administrative oversight, planning, organizing, directing, and managing the staff, programs, and activities of the Branch. The Program Manager has primary responsibility of collaborating with Unit supervisors and Division leadership, plans and oversees all Branch activities including the implementation of incentive and grant programs, administration of programs that provide consumer and industry information on building decarbonization, renewable energy, and reliability and resilience programs. The Program Manager confers with the Deputy Director, Division Director, Executive Director, and Commissioners on a broad spectrum of subject areas within the Branch’s portfolio. In addition, the Program Manager represents the Division and the Commission before various state, federal, and local energy regulatory agencies and organizations with roles in shaping the state’s energy policies and may participate in hearings and testify as an expert witness. The Program Manager serves as an expert resource on policy, technology, market, and strategic issues as directed by the Division Director and Deputy Director, and coordinates the work of the Branch with other state, federal, and local agencies, as well as other interested stakeholders and the public.

Apply today!
https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=433669

Application Deadline: 6/8/2024

Salary Range: $14,527.00 - $16,501.00 per month and full benefits

Please note: Telework option available, but candidates must reside in California and be available to come into Headquarters at 715 P street when required.

Minimum Qualifications for the Branch Manager ( Program Manager)

Experience: Broad, extensive (more than five years) and progressively responsible technical experience with a gas, electric, communications, or water utility, or with an allied industry involving familiarity with the operations of one of these utilities or with a utility-regulatory agency. At least two years of this experience shall have been in a responsible administrative capacity. (Experience in the California state service applied toward this requirement must include at least one year performing the duties of a class at least equivalent to Program and Project Supervisor, Public Utilities Commission, or Public Utilities Regulatory Program Specialist III.) and

Education: Equivalent to graduation from college with major work in engineering, economics, public policy, accounting, statistics, or other related fields. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.)

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong leadership and excellent communication skills.
• Advanced writing and editing skills.
• Ability to encourage and motivate others.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict.
• Advanced written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze data and technical documents.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies.
• Knowledge of distributed generation energy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to apply strategic planning principles.

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.
• Statement of Qualifications. Please see official job page for instructions (https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=433669)

For any questions about this opportunity or application process please contact Bradley Cornelius with the California Energy Commission (CEC) Recruitment and Outreach team: Bradley.Cornelius@energy.ca.gov

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14,527.00 - $16,501.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 95814

Salary : $14,527 - $16,501