Under the general direction of the Supervisor of the Transportation Unit, the Electric Generation System Program Specialist II (EGSPS II) is identified as the most highly skilled practitioner who serves as a prime resource and innovator in the subject matter of electric generation systems. The EGSPS II independently performs the most difficult and complex tasks related to research, planning, and policy development for alternative electric generation, transmission, and distribution systems with a focus on supporting transportation electrification and leveraging electric vehicles as grid resources. This may include technologies such as managed charging, dynamic load management, bidirectional charging, and other innovative methods to integrate electric vehicles with the electricity grid to achieve beneficial outcomes. The EGSPS II provides technical leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of the California Energy Commission's (CEC) research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) and other activities related to transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure; conducts complex analyses including program impacts on technology adoption and policy advancement; and evaluates new technologies and their relationships with electric grid systems. The EGSPS II serves as a subject matter expert with a high degree of knowledge, skill, and expertise beyond the EGSPS I level, conducting the most complex technical and techno-economic analyses of new energy technologies and systems; informs decision-makers on strategies for achieving the state's energy goals; and fosters governmental and private sector collaboration.
Minimum Qualifications (MQs): The MQs for this classification can be found at CalHR Public Portal . The documents you submit in your application package must highlight how you meet the MQs. If the MQs are not met, you will not be considered for this position.
Education Information: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org . Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey at CEC Recruitment Survey .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Working Conditions The CEC supports a hybrid workplace model with office-based and remote-centered workers. Limited in-person attendance and occasional travel may be required based on the needs of the division. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to successful performance. This position is remote-centered, which means the incumbent works 50 percent or more of their time from an alternate work location.
Teleworking is only available for employees who reside in California. You must be located in California and provide your in-state address prior to your start date.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
- ELECTRIC GENERATION SYSTEM PROGRAM SPECIALIST II
Additional Documents - Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details Job Code #:
JC-526436
Position #(s):
535-330-4848-001
Working Title:
Senior Transportation Electrification Specialist
Classification:
ELECTRIC GENERATION SYSTEM PROGRAM SPECIALIST II $10,939.00 - $13,691.00 (Plus an additional recruitment and retention pay of $300 per month)
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Special Requirements You must include the following if you are applying by mail or in person:
1) How you are eligible (list eligibility, transfer within state service, reinstatement, SROA/surplus, etc.) in the Explanations box on the first page of the STD. 678.
2) The Job Control number 526436 and the title of the position you are applying for in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) box on the first page of the STD. 678.
3) Request for Personnel Action Number 330-032 in the Explanations box of the STD. 678.
4) Your original signature at the bottom of the first page of the STD. 678.
5) Include unofficial school transcripts with your application package if the position you are applying for has an educational requirement. You may be required to provide official transcripts if hired.
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: 8/28/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals 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). 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:
California Energy Commission
Personnel Office - Postal
Attn: RPA 330-032|JC-526436
715 P Street, MS-3
Sacramento , CA 95814
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
California Energy Commission
Personnel Office - Drop Off
RPA 330-032|JC-526436
715 P Street, MS-3
Sacramento , CA 95814
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 - Include an SOQ that answers the questions below. Your SOQ should be no longer than two pages, single-spaced, with no smaller than 12-point font. Applications received without an SOQ will not be considered. Visit How to Write a Statement of Qualifications for instructions.
1) Describe your experience conducting quantitative analysis, policy research, and technology assessments to develop conclusions and make recommendations for action.
2) Describe your experience overseeing innovative programs or projects related to clean energy, clean transportation, and/or electric power systems.
3) Describe your experience communicating complex concepts or sensitive information in written and verbal form, including through reports, memos, and presentations to diverse audiences (for example, external organizations, subject matter experts, policymakers, leadership, or team members). - Other -
Include a cover letter of no more than one page in length outlining your qualifications and interest in this position.
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.
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) Substantial knowledge of research, planning, and policy development around transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure.
2) Ability to analyze and assess innovative vehicle-grid integration technologies and policy frameworks; standards and practices governing deployment and operation of electric vehicle chargers and related electrical infrastructure; and electric grid planning processes and methodologies for transportation electrification.
3) Familiarity with electricity system planning and operation.
4) Ability to provide expert consultative services on the feasibility, impact, or potential of a variety of decisions affecting programs, projects, and proposals.
5) Ability to manage complex energy research, development, demonstration, and deployment projects.
6) Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a diverse team environment.
7) Ability to evaluate data and develop alternatives or recommendations based on findings.
8) Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work activities, and deliver high-quality, timely work products.
9) Ability to communicate effectively and prepare clear, concise, complete, and technically accurate reports, presentations, and correspondence.
10) Ability to review and communicate complicated information in a simple, public-friendly manner.
11) Experience working with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and other applications.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
Contact Information The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or applicat
