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Form of workAre you looking to make a difference and join a highly motivated team working on issues critical to ensuring the safety and sustainability of California? The Compliance Assurance Division is seeking a Senior Utilities Engineer Supervisor to help oversee electrical corporations' compliance with their Wildfire Mitigation Plans.
Under general direction of the Program Project Supervisor of the Inspections & Investigations Branch, the incumbent is charged with overseeing inspection staff and inspection contractors within the Inspections & Investigations Branch to ensure utility compliance with their Wildfire Mitigation Plans (WMPs) and provide oversight of wildfire safety matters concerning electric and communication facilities including, but not limited to, wildfire safety regulations and guidelines, and enforcement of the requirements of applicable General Orders and Decisions.
The Compliance Assurance Division is responsible for assessing electrical corporations' performance in meeting the goals, objectives, and targets of their Wildfire Mitigation Plans, as well as ensuring that each electrical corporation is reducing its risk of igniting a catastrophic wildfire. To do this, the Division reviews documents, analyzes data, performs audits, conducts field inspections, and shares its findings with the electrical corporations and the public. Energy Safety seeks individuals who enjoy fast-paced and rewarding work.
This is statewide recruitment and is a home-based headquartered position. Alternate reporting location of Sacramento, San Francisco, or Los Angeles Headquarters is available upon request. The successful candidate must reside in California upon appointment.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions
• Energy Safety will use shared workspaces for most staff (hoteling stations) when required to work in the office.
• Incumbent may be required to travel, including overnight stays, and on occasion be required to work unusual hours including nights and weekends.
• Dress appropriately for a business/government environment.
• Travel by automobile and/or aircraft in order to oversee staff field work, staff performance, and attend meetings.
• This is a home-based headquartered position. Alternate reporting location of San Francisco or Los Angeles Headquarters is available upon request.
This position is designated under the Conflict of Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SUPERVISOR)
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-406087
Position #(s):
681-300-3508-001
Working Title:
Supervising Inspector - Home Based
Classification:
SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SUPERVISOR) $10,886.00 - $13,625.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
United States
Telework:
Telework
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
The mission of the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety (Energy Safety) is to advance long-term utility infrastructure safety through data-driven, wildfire mitigation evaluation and compliance, excavation standards and education, in collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies, and in support of improved utility infrastructure, safety culture, and innovation.
Department Website: https://energysafety.ca.gov/
Special Requirements Statement of Qualifications: Describe how your education, training and experience qualifies you for the position. Two pages maximum, size 12 font.
Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position official sealed transcripts will be required prior to appointment.
Individuals who are new to state service must have list eligibility in order to gain employment with any state agency. Click here to learn more about examinations available online .
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.
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: 1/4/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates 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
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety
Attn: Class and Hiring
715 P Street
14th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety
Class and Hiring
715 P Street
14th Floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
Non-operational on weekends and state holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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 - Please see "Special Requirements"
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
1. Experience performing inspections, documenting and communicating findings.
2. Experience supervising a team of inspectors or similar
3. Experience communicating findings with a utility or other
4. Experience dealing with tough conversations
5. Experience using Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, Outlook
6. Valid California Class C Driver's License
Benefits
There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:
- Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Holidays and leave
- Defined benefit retirement program
- Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
- Commute Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Some added benefits include: Flexible Work Hours, Telework Opportunities, Health, Dental & Vision Benefits, Paid Sick & Vacation, Retirement, Basic Group Term Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 11 Paid Holidays, 401(k) & 457 plans, Military Leave, Student Loan Forgiveness, Long Term Care, Group Legal Services, and Reimbursement Accounts.
Click here to view all the benefits available to state employees!
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://energysafety.ca.gov/
Human Resources Contact:
Recruitment Team
(916) 902-5927
Careers@energysafety.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 Officer
(916) 212-5452
EEO@energysafety.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.
Additional Instructions
If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 681-300-3508-001 and the Job Control # JC-406087 in the "Examination or Job Title for which you are applying" section on the STD. 678.
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Eligibility Information
To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:
In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.
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.
