Director, Rail Safety Division C. E. A.

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. 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. 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. Working Conditions This position can be filled in either Sacramento, San Francisco, or Los Angeles. 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 : 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 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. Statement of Qualifications - (SOQ) is required. Please see " Special Requirements " section of this bulletin for specific instructions.