Closing Date: 18th May, 2026
Description:
Job Description and Duties:Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please Click here to 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 and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit.
Under direction of the Assistant Chief Administrative Law Judge (ACALJ), act as the presiding officer in formal hearings and processes complex ex parte matters on complaints or applications filed with the Public Utilities Commission or investigations instituted by the Commission; instructs parties as to their rights; issues subpoenas, administers oaths, examines witnesses, and receives documentary evidence; rules on exceptions, motions, and admissibility of evidence; hears argument, directs or permits the filing of briefs, and makes rulings prior to submission of assigned matters; consults with staff members on technical subjects; analyzes pleadings in preparation for hearings; determines the advisability of and holds prehearing conferences; analyzes and evaluates facts and law and exercises independent judgment in the preparation and issuance of reports and findings; prepares and recommends drafts of opinions, orders, and recommendations for consideration by the Commission.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=31867708&name=AdministrativeLawJudge.pdf)
Working Conditions:
Will accept Training & Development Assignments.
These positions requires travel.
This is a hybrid position that will require the selected candidate to report to their assigned headquarter office a minimum of two (2) days a week. Hybrid positions may be eligible for telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. In accordance with CPUC Telework Policy, telework arrangements are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.
Minimum Requirements:
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Administrative Law Judge, Public Utilities Commission (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=6103)
Additional Documents
Department Information:
Administrative Law Judge Division:
Department Website: Http://www.Cpuc.Ca.Gov
Special Requirements:
It Is Strongly Encouraged to Apply Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Jobs.Ca.Gov
Electronic Applications Submitted Through Your Cal Career 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. 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: 5/18/2026
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. Individuals Who Are Eligible for A Training and Development Assignment May Also Be Considered for This Position(s).
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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:
Administrative Law Judge, Public Utilities Commission (https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=6103)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist (http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=517654)
- Duty Statement (https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=31867708&name=AdministrativeLawJudge.pdf)
Department Information:
Administrative Law Judge Division:
Department Website: Http://www.Cpuc.Ca.Gov
Special Requirements:
It Is Strongly Encouraged to Apply Through Your Cal Career Account at Www.Jobs.Ca.Gov
Electronic Applications Submitted Through Your Cal Career 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. 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: 5/18/2026
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. Individuals Who Are Eligible for A Training and Development Assignment May Also Be Considered for This Position(s).
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 Cal Career Account at Www.Cal Careers.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:
You May Submit Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents To:
Public Utilities Commission
N/a
Attn: Human Resources Division
505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008
San Francisco, Ca 94102
N/a
Attn: Human Resources Division
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:
You May Drop Off Your Application and Any Applicable or Required Documents At:
Public Utilities Commission
N/a
Human Resources Division
505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008
San Francisco, Ca 94102
Monday to Friday Except Holidays.
08:00 Am - 05:00 Pm
N/a
Human Resources Division
505 Van Ness Ave, Room 3008
San Francisco, Ca 94102
Monday to Friday Except Holidays.
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:
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.
Benefits:
Benefits Summary (https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
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.Cal Careers.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 - Include an 8-10 Page Written Product (may Be an Excerpt) that Demonstrates Your Written Ability.
Benefits:
Benefits Summary (https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact Is Available to Answer Questions Regarding the Application Process. the Hiring Unit Contact Is Available to Answer Questions Regarding the Position.
Department Website: Http://www.Cpuc.Ca.Gov
The Human Resources Contact Is Available to Answer Questions Regarding the Application Process. the Hiring Unit Contact Is Available to Answer Questions Regarding the Position.
Department Website: Http://www.Cpuc.Ca.Gov
Human Resources Contact:
Talent Acquisition Unit
(916) 597-5683
Cpucrecruiter@cpuc.Ca.Gov
(916) 597-5683
Cpucrecruiter@cpuc.Ca.Gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Michelle Cooke
(415) 703-3852
Michelle.Cooke@cpuc.Ca.Gov
Please Direct Requests for Reasonable Accommodations to The Interview Scheduler at The Time the Interview Is Being Scheduled. You May Direct Any Additional Questions Regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for This Position(s) to The Department's Eeo Office.
EEO Contact:
Michelle Cooke
(415) 703-3852
Michelle.Cooke@cpuc.Ca.Gov
Please Direct Requests for Reasonable Accommodations to The Interview Scheduler at The Time the Interview Is Being Scheduled. You May Direct Any Additional Questions Regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for This Position(s) to The Department's Eeo Office.
EEO Contact:
Reasonable Accommodation Coordinator
(916) 894-5799
(916) 894-5799
Reasonable Accommodation@cpuc.Ca.Gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (tty), 1-800-735-2922 (voice) Tty Is a Telecommunications Device for The Deaf, and Is Reachable only From Phones Equipped with A Tty Device.
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