Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-516327
Position #(s):
680-141-3504-001
Working Title:
Program and Project Supervisor, PUC
Classification:
PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
$12,562.00 - $15,724.00
- Effective 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.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location:
San Francisco County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Final Filing Date: 5/11/2026
Department Information
- Rail Safety Division/Rail Transit Safety Branch
The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations. RSD strives to enforce state and federal laws, regulations, orders, and directives relating proactively and effectively to transportation of persons or commodities by rail. RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB).
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/
Job Description and Duties
Under general direction of the Program Manager, the Program and Project Supervisor (PPS) we seek plans the work and supervises our Northern California group the staff of the Rail Transit Engineering Safety Section, which has 20 positions, including 6 direct reports, two of which are Senior Utilities Engineer (Supervisors) with their own direct reports. Each unit (NorCal or SoCal) of the Section has 10 personnel.
The Rail Transit Engineering Safety Section oversees the safety of rail transit systems under CPUC jurisdiction. Knowledge and experience with rail industry industry is desirable, and there will be extensive training provided.
The PPS collaborates with other branches of the Rail Safety Division (RSD); participates in all aspects of the promotional and new employee hiring process for all subordinate positions; supervises the preparation of special reports for federal agencies and/or CPUC management; prepares documents in formal CPUC proceedings, revisions to CPUC regulations, special projects, oversees projects to review modifications of branch policies and procedures and staff activities in response to federal directives or requests for information, oversees reviews and preparation of comments in response to proposed legislation or federal rulemakings, and other related tasks. Advises the Program Manager and recommends action on issues pertaining to the management of the branch, including budgeting, resource allocation, planning, personnel development and training, and others. Participates in hearings and provides expert witness testimony related to rail transit safety matters. Participates in meetings with both internal and external stakeholders, such as public meetings, professional conferences and forums, meeting with rail transit agencies, and formal Commission proceedings, in addition to regular communications with staff. Oversees multiple projects with competing deadlines.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
- California valid driver’s license, Class C, is required
Prepare and submit a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications. 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.
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.
Final Filing Date: 5/11/2026
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).
- 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.
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.
- Other - Narrative is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
- Other - Cover Letter is required. Please submit a cover letter of not more than one typewritten page and no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the 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.
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Job Code #:
JC-516327
Position #(s):
680-141-3504-001
Working Title:
Program and Project Supervisor, PUC
Classification:
PROGRAM AND PROJECT SUPERVISOR, PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
$12,562.00 - $15,724.00
- Effective 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.
# of Positions: 1
Work Location:
San Francisco County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Final Filing Date: 5/11/2026
Department Information
- Rail Safety Division/Rail Transit Safety Branch
The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations. RSD strives to enforce state and federal laws, regulations, orders, and directives relating proactively and effectively to transportation of persons or commodities by rail. RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB).
Department Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/
Job Description and Duties
Under general direction of the Program Manager, the Program and Project Supervisor (PPS) we seek plans the work and supervises our Northern California group the staff of the Rail Transit Engineering Safety Section, which has 20 positions, including 6 direct reports, two of which are Senior Utilities Engineer (Supervisors) with their own direct reports. Each unit (NorCal or SoCal) of the Section has 10 personnel.
The Rail Transit Engineering Safety Section oversees the safety of rail transit systems under CPUC jurisdiction. Knowledge and experience with rail industry industry is desirable, and there will be extensive training provided.
The PPS collaborates with other branches of the Rail Safety Division (RSD); participates in all aspects of the promotional and new employee hiring process for all subordinate positions; supervises the preparation of special reports for federal agencies and/or CPUC management; prepares documents in formal CPUC proceedings, revisions to CPUC regulations, special projects, oversees projects to review modifications of branch policies and procedures and staff activities in response to federal directives or requests for information, oversees reviews and preparation of comments in response to proposed legislation or federal rulemakings, and other related tasks. Advises the Program Manager and recommends action on issues pertaining to the management of the branch, including budgeting, resource allocation, planning, personnel development and training, and others. Participates in hearings and provides expert witness testimony related to rail transit safety matters. Participates in meetings with both internal and external stakeholders, such as public meetings, professional conferences and forums, meeting with rail transit agencies, and formal Commission proceedings, in addition to regular communications with staff. Oversees multiple projects with competing deadlines.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Special Requirements
- California valid driver’s license, Class C, is required
Prepare and submit a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position. The SOQ should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate your qualifications. 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.
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.
Final Filing Date: 5/11/2026
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).
- 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.
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.
- Other - Narrative is required. Please see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
- Other - Cover Letter is required. Please submit a cover letter of not more than one typewritten page and no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the 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.