Director, Rail Safety Division

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Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-482828
Position #(s):
680-136-7500-001
Working Title:
Director, Rail Safety Division
Classification:
C. E. A.
$10,048.00 - $17,252.00 A
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:
United States
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Career Executive Assignment - Non Tenured, Full Time
Department Information
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) regulates services and utilities, protects consumers, safeguards the environment, and assures Californians' access to safe and reliable utility infrastructure and services. The essential services regulated include electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, and passenger transportation companies.
Department Website: Description And Duties
Under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director for Consumer Policy, Transportation, and Enforcement, the Director of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) leads the division to develop, manage, and implement policy, programs and regulations, and safety oversight to meet the Commission’s mission of ensuring safe, sustainable, and reliable rail infrastructure and services in California. The Director works with the Commissioners, the Governor’s Office, the California Legislature, other federal and state transportation regulatory agencies, external stakeholders, and senior management within the CPUC. The incumbent leads rail safety oversight for proposed and in-service rail service/ infrastructure in the state, oversees/manage federal safety programs delegated to the commission, and establishes performance goals and standards for the division.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Special Requirements
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENT:
INSTRUCTIONS
**Please follow all of the instructions. This will be the only tool used for determining your final score and rank on the eligibility list for this position.**

• A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. The SOQ is a narrative description of how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the CEA A - Director, Rail Safety Division position. In addition, the SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing.
• In your SOQ, address each Desirable Qualification category/question using specific examples of your education, training, and experience.
• The SOQ must be numbered and addressed in the same order as listed; do not consolidate the responses.
  

The SOQ must be typed, single-spaced, in size 11-point font or larger, and no more than three (3) pages in length.
NOTE: Cover letters, applications, and resumes do not take the place of this SOQ requirement.
Please write your SOQ to address the following:

• Demonstrated experience in risk assessment methodology and leadership in emergency response coordination, with up-to-date understanding of evolving safety regulations and industry best practices in transportation, please discuss your experience in rail safety, if applicable.
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience across numerous program areas, including identifying and building workforce capacity, managing and forecasting resource needs, identifying and implementing structural changes to meet business needs, and managing growth and change, preferably in the public sector or transportation industry.
• Demonstrated ability and experience to plan, develop, and implement policies or programs while working effectively with Executive Staff, the legislature, federal/state/local agencies, regulated entities and/or other interested groups.
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and deploying effective administrative tools and processes to achieve success in programs that benefit the public.
• Exemplary and strategic written and verbal communication skills, with experience
  

communicating program accomplishments and challenges to senior management, elected and appointed officials, stakeholders, and the public.
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: 8/18/2025
Who May Apply
Individuals who are eligible to be appointed to this Career Executive Assignment (CEA) by the State of California.
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 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:
Public Utilities Commission
N/A
Attn: Human Resources -- CEA Selections Analyst
505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008
San Francisco , CA 94102
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Public Utilities Commission
N/A
Human Resources -- CEA Selections Analyst
505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008
San Francisco , CA 94102

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 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 - ( SOQ ) is required. Please see " Special Requirements " section of this bulletin for specific instructions.
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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