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Energy Economist

California Energy Commission, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828

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Position Energy Economist - Energy Assessments Division

Research Data Specialist II or III state classification

Are you a subject matter expert with economic modeling? Are you excited about leading edge transportation electrification? California Energy Commission (CEC) is hiring an

Energy Economist

within the Energy Assessments Division (EAD). Our next Energy Economist will support energy forecasting, policy making and energy planning in the Transportation Energy Forecasting Unit (TEFU) of the Advanced Electrification Analysis Branch.

Our

Energy Economist

will serve as a highly skilled practitioner and innovator conducting research and analysis to evaluate and monitor the transportation sector and forecast the impacts of California’s zero-emission vehicle policies. The Energy Economist will conduct complex analysis of economic and transportation data and provide feedback to staff on multiple transportation sector models.

Our

Energy Assessments Division

(EAD) assesses California’s electricity, natural gas, petroleum, and transportation systems and trends to provide information to the state’s decision makers and the public. These assessments inform the development, and implementation, of energy policies that balance the need for adequate resources with economic, public health, safety, and environmental goals.

Telework option is available, but hired candidate must reside in California before starting.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience identifying, collecting, storing data, and developing economic forecasts related to energy or transportation demand and technology.

Strong background in econometrics, simulation, and/or modeling.

Knowledge of transportation fuels and technologies.

Required Application Package Documents

Cover Letter – one page describing why you are the best candidate

Statement of Qualifications – (See CalCareers posting for instructions)

Application Template (STD 678 state application template)

Unofficial school transcripts

Resume

Application Instructions Link to CalCareers with official application instructions:

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=492375

Filing Deadline : October 6th, 2025

For any questions about the position or the application process please email

Careers@energy.ca.gov

to connect with the CEC recruitment team.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management, Analyst, and Research

Industries

Government Administration

Energy Technology

Services for Renewable Energy

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