California Public Utilities Commission
Assistant General Counsel
California Public Utilities Commission, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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California Public Utilities Commission Pay Range California Public Utilities Commission provides the following pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-502306 Position #(s): 680‑301‑5871‑003 Working Title: Assistant General Counsel Classification: ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL Salary: $14,513.00 – $17,742.00 Effective July 1, 2025 Planned leave program reduces state employee pay temporarily; salary ranges exclude the temporary reduction. Please visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program page for details. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Legal Division / Legal / Government Law Department Website:
http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must be eligible for state service. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility, please open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply.” The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process. Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate. Standard in‑person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.
Responsibilities Under the direction of the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel of the Government Law Advisory Section (AGC‑Government Law) will:
Supervise attorneys advising on the California Political Reform Act, California Government Code section 1090, other conflicts‑of‑interest laws, the California Public Records Act, state contract administration, and employment law.
Litigate or supervise the litigation of superior court lawsuits, appeals, and State Personnel Board cases relating to these areas.
Supervise a team of Legal Analysts, a Legal Support Supervisor, and Legal Secretaries.
Serve as the Commission’s Ethics Officer if requested by the General Counsel.
Ensure that the Government Law Advisory Section meets the standards on supporting client operational needs, work product quality, productivity and timeliness, collegiality, and fulfillment of the duties and principles of public administration, personnel management, and supervision.
Engage in Legal Division‑wide and Commission‑wide management initiatives, including strategic planning, process improvement, recruitment and hiring, and training.
Facilitate the professional growth of the team and perform other duties as necessary or directed by the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel.
Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement.
Qualifications Special Requirements
The position requires a State Bar of California license. You must provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualify you for the position. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ, or who exceed the page limit, will not be considered. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11‑point Arial font, single‑spaced, and no more than three pages.
Please write your SOQ to address the following four questions:
Describe with specificity your legal experience litigating or advising on the California Political Reform Act, California Government Code section 1090, and other conflicts‑of‑interest laws; the California Public Records Act and similar sunshine laws; administration of government contracts; and employment law (particularly in the context of state employment).
Describe with specificity your experience litigating in lower and appellate courts and before administrative agencies.
Describe with specificity your experience analyzing complex and technical issues and recommending a range of options, strategies, and outcomes, under tight deadlines.
Describe how you embody and exemplify the highest ethical standards of the legal profession and of government service.
For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.
How to Apply Complete application packages (including your Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and applicable or required documents) must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Dates printed on mobile bar codes are not considered postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/12/2026
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, have LEAP or list eligibility, or in the process of obtaining list eligibility may apply. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; other eligible candidates may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Submission methods:
Electronic applications through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov .
Hard‑copy applications may be mailed to:
Public Utilities Commission Attn: Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco, CA 94102 Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM
Required application package documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 (or electronic submission). All experience and education relating to the minimum qualifications must be included.
Resume (required).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) – see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time interview is scheduled. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this posting.
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California Public Utilities Commission Pay Range California Public Utilities Commission provides the following pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience – talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-502306 Position #(s): 680‑301‑5871‑003 Working Title: Assistant General Counsel Classification: ATTORNEY, ASSISTANT CHIEF COUNSEL Salary: $14,513.00 – $17,742.00 Effective July 1, 2025 Planned leave program reduces state employee pay temporarily; salary ranges exclude the temporary reduction. Please visit CalHR’s Personnel Leave Program page for details. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: United States Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information
Legal Division / Legal / Government Law Department Website:
http://www.cpuc.ca.gov
Job Description and Duties Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must be eligible for state service. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility, please open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply.” The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process. Virtual interviews via web portals or phone may be offered as deemed appropriate. Standard in‑person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.
Responsibilities Under the direction of the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel of the Government Law Advisory Section (AGC‑Government Law) will:
Supervise attorneys advising on the California Political Reform Act, California Government Code section 1090, other conflicts‑of‑interest laws, the California Public Records Act, state contract administration, and employment law.
Litigate or supervise the litigation of superior court lawsuits, appeals, and State Personnel Board cases relating to these areas.
Supervise a team of Legal Analysts, a Legal Support Supervisor, and Legal Secretaries.
Serve as the Commission’s Ethics Officer if requested by the General Counsel.
Ensure that the Government Law Advisory Section meets the standards on supporting client operational needs, work product quality, productivity and timeliness, collegiality, and fulfillment of the duties and principles of public administration, personnel management, and supervision.
Engage in Legal Division‑wide and Commission‑wide management initiatives, including strategic planning, process improvement, recruitment and hiring, and training.
Facilitate the professional growth of the team and perform other duties as necessary or directed by the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel.
Additional information about the job is available in the Duty Statement.
Qualifications Special Requirements
The position requires a State Bar of California license. You must provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.
Prepare and submit a response for each question below. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should provide specific details and examples that clearly demonstrate how your training, experience, and education qualify you for the position. Applicants who do not submit a completed SOQ, or who exceed the page limit, will not be considered. The SOQ must be no smaller than 11‑point Arial font, single‑spaced, and no more than three pages.
Please write your SOQ to address the following four questions:
Describe with specificity your legal experience litigating or advising on the California Political Reform Act, California Government Code section 1090, and other conflicts‑of‑interest laws; the California Public Records Act and similar sunshine laws; administration of government contracts; and employment law (particularly in the context of state employment).
Describe with specificity your experience litigating in lower and appellate courts and before administrative agencies.
Describe with specificity your experience analyzing complex and technical issues and recommending a range of options, strategies, and outcomes, under tight deadlines.
Describe how you embody and exemplify the highest ethical standards of the legal profession and of government service.
For helpful guidance on writing an effective SOQ, please see the Work4CA guide.
How to Apply Complete application packages (including your Examination/Employment Application STD 678 and applicable or required documents) must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date to be considered. Dates printed on mobile bar codes are not considered postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 1/12/2026
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, have LEAP or list eligibility, or in the process of obtaining list eligibility may apply. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; other eligible candidates may be considered if no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Submission methods:
Electronic applications through your CalCareer Account at
www.calcareers.ca.gov .
Hard‑copy applications may be mailed to:
Public Utilities Commission Attn: Human Resources Division 505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008 San Francisco, CA 94102 Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM‑5:00 PM
Required application package documents:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD 678 (or electronic submission). All experience and education relating to the minimum qualifications must be included.
Resume (required).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) – see “Special Requirements” for instructions.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request accommodations at the time interview is scheduled. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this posting.
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