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 these classifications, please click PURA V or PURA IV 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 the general direction of a Program & Project Supervisor, the PURA V will serve as the Commission's lead technical and policy analyst on implementing and making significant program changes to the Deaf and Disabled Telecommunications Program (DDTP).
The DDTP provides telecommunications equipment, relay services, and speech generating devices for qualified consumers in California. The Program involves numerous contractors/consultants as well as two consumer advisory committees.
The PURA V is typically assigned work tasks consisting of the most complex policy issues. Some of these issues can be of a controversial nature and the incumbent is expected to show a great deal of tact and diplomacy in carrying out the functions of the position. Additionally, assignments may require a large degree of originality and/or the completion of a large scope of work in a short period of time.
The PURA V is expected to review, comprehend and recommend changes related to new federal and state rules or laws affecting the DDTP. The PURA V is also expected to recommend program changes/improvements and develop any resulting proposed legislative changes.
As the DDTP has many contractors involved in its program operation, the incumbent is expected to undertake all necessary tasks to solicit and manage these contractors.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
