Equity Plan Analyst

Job Description:

SUMMARY:

The Equity Plan Analyst provides corporate support primarily in the areas of Stock Plan Administration, Board of Directors materials preparation, and Governance. The position administers the Company’s equity plans, assists with the preparation of Board materials, and participates in the preparation of compliance and audit deliverables. This position reports to the Assistant Corporate Secretary & Equity Administration Manager, as part of the Office of the Vice President, Corporate Secretary & Chief of Staff, and is located in San Jose, California.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Stock Plan Administration

- Leading role in the administration of the equity compensation plans, including restricted stock units (RSUs), restricted stock awards (RSAs), and the employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

- Ensure accurate and timely processing of equity transactions, including grants, exercises, and releases

- Develop and disseminate stock plan education materials and communications, supporting quarterly and year-end reconciliations and reporting

- Manage and review stock awards grants, vesting, sales, and related reporting and legal requirements

- Conducts regular service level performance evaluations with the transfer agent related to shareholder inquiries, escheatment, quality control checks of the transfer agent call center and other related matters

- Coordinates stock plan activities with the transfer agent

- Support the annual Proxy and Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) reporting

Board Materials and Coordination

- Assists the Assistant Corporate Secretary with implementation of all Board-approved policies and resolutions

- Assists in the preparation of Board and committee meeting materials

- Assists in the maintenance of records of essential activities including bylaws, minutes, policies, resolutions, and other governing documents

Corporate Services

- Supports the department of the Corporate Secretary & Chief of Staff

- Ensure compliance with internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations, assisting with related testing and documentation

- Assists with researching of governance matters and preparing presentation materials as needed

- Assists in overseeing subsidiary compliance with state and federal regulations relating to corporate existence

- Provides staff support for the Employee Benefits Finance Committee (EBFC), including preparation of meeting materials

- Other work as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field and/or equivalent relevant experience

- Four or more years of increasingly responsible experience working in corporate business functions

- Excellent Microsoft Office applications and desktop publishing skills

- Valid California Driver License

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

- Self-starter with demonstrated project management skills

- Working knowledge of stock administration, including the ability to perform basic and complex reconciliations of stock accounts

- Experience using equity platforms

- Knowledge of relevant regulations, including SEC reporting, SOX compliance, and domestic tax laws related to equity compensation

- Basic working knowledge of corporate governance

- Detail-oriented and experienced in analyzing and improving processes

- Ability to interpret and apply business and governmental laws and regulations

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with all levels of management and employees

- Ability to work effectively with agencies, customers, employees, and vendors

- Excellent analytical and organizational skills

- Reliable team member with strong sense of mission

- Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills

- Ability to handle confidential information

Salary Range: $102,000 - $189,400

Deadline to submit resume is Friday, January 9, 2026

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.