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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, please Click here to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.
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.
Consider meaningful work with California communities to address their broadband internet access, affordability, and digital equity needs! Fully remote work.
This is a tremendous opportunity to apply technical knowledge to inform cutting edge and critical policies to provide essential internet service to need, disadvantaged, and underserved populations. Under the direction of the Program and Project Supervisor, the incumbent will independently develop and utilize research methodology and techniques, including spatial and statistical analysis work, to inform policy related to broadband needs of the state and development of broadband plans by region and county in California. Incumbents are responsible for a wide range of research and analytical duties regarding complex statistical data, gathering developing, implementing and monitoring systems and procedures to assemble and structure necessary data and validating the accuracy of structured and unstructured data being reported.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Will accept Training and Development assignment.
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# 418758
- San Francisco location, please apply to JC# 418727
Apply to only those location(s) in which you are willing to work.
Positions at the CPUC may be eligible for telework under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, and subject to meeting the telework eligibility criteria. Telework Policy CalHR
Department Information
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
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 collecting, validating, integrating, analyzing and maintaining data to conduct spatial analysis to inform policy and programs.
- Describe your experience developing, investigating and analyzing other thematic, demographic, and undeserved, information from multiple data sources using GIS, Access, R, Excel, Tableau and other available software. Describe your experience in effectively communicate technical information in written and oral formats.
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: 3/24/2024Who 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
- Knowledge of network and transmission technologies and methods underlying the provision of Broadband Internet Access Service.
- Knowledge of Federal and State legislation and policies related to Broadband Internet Access Services, and the communications industry generally.
- Significant knowledge and experience working with U.S. Census data.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Michael Minkus
(916) 905-7364
michael.minkus@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:EEO Main Line
(415) 703-5331
EEOConcerns@cpuc.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
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.
