Broadband Caseworker Policy Analyst (JC-517479) - Communications Division/ Broadband Regional Initiatives

Position DetailsJob Code #:JC-517479Position #(s):680-33 -4592-505Working Title: Broadband Caseworker Policy Analyst Classification:PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST I$4,632.00 - $7,553.00Effective 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.New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.Shall Consider:PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY ANALYST II$7,269.00 - $9,094.00# of Positions: 1Work Location:Sacramento CountyTelework:HybridJob Type:Permanent, Full TimeFinal Filing Date: 5/18/2026Final Filing Date: 5/18/2026Department InformationCommunications Division/ Broadband Regional Initiatives:Are you passionate about bridging the digital divide? Then this is the position for you! Join the team that will connect unserved Californians with high-speed Internet. The California Public Utilities Commission (Commission) develops and implements policies for the communications industry in California, including ensuring fair, affordable universal access to necessary services, developing clear rules to allow flexibility without compromising due process, and removing barriers to competition. The Communications Division plays a central role in implementing the Governor's signing of Senate Bill 156 (Chapter 112, Statutes of 2021), which authorizes $6 billion to be spent on closing California's Digital Divide. The SB 156 Broadband Infrastructure Package includes $2 billion to build last-mile infrastructure to provide Californians with access to high-speed broadband service.The Federal Funding Account, administered by the Commission, is a $2 billion grant program for last-mile broadband infrastructure projects to connect unserved Californians in accordance with 2021’s Senate Bill 156.Job Description and DutiesConsider meaningful work with California communities to address their broadband Internet access, affordability, and digital equity needs! This position is a hybrid work schedule.The Broadband Policy Analyst will conduct entry level technical, policy, and economic analysis to support local communities, public entities and internet service providers to engage with broadband internet access programs.Under the direction of the Program & Project Supervisor, the broadband Policy Analyst (PURA I/II) will work with policy and technical team members to engage with local governments, joint power authorities and other entities to provide internet services in unserved and underserved areas in California. The Analyst will conduct technical, policy, economic and other analyses in support of outreach efforts, through in-person and virtual meetings, including working with entities to progress their broadband projects.You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.Special RequirementsThe position(s) require(s) a valid California Driver's License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.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 two questions:Describe your experience conducting entry-level (for PURA I) or increasingly complex (for PURA II) policy analysis and formulating policy for a government program or project.Describe your experience conducting research and presenting to the general public, other agencies and/or elected officials.It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.govElectronic 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.orgEmployment 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 InstructionsCompleted applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.Final Filing Date: 5/18/2026Who May ApplyIndividuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available).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 ApplyComplete 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.Required Application Package DocumentsThe 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.Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.