Dexter Burns
Senior Interconnection & Regulatory Leader | CPUC, FERC & CAISO | Lean Six Sigma | Utility Operations & Emergency Response | Focused on enterprise leadership, regulatory strategy, and operational excellence
- Role
- Eoc Base Camp Cell Manager (on Call Rotation Assignment) at Pacific Gas and Electric Company
- Location
- San Jose, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Dexter Burns
Pacific Gas and Electric Company relies on collaborative leadership to drive compliance with California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) mandates. As a Senior EGI Interconnection Manager with over four years of experience in interconnection management, contributions include streamlining processes to enhance operational efficiency and coordinating regulatory strategies to align with CPUC and FERC requirements. Demonstrating strengths in regulatory compliance, financial risk assessment, and process improvement, the team ensures the successful execution of high-value projects. Commitment to fostering effective cross-functional collaboration to support project goals, while drafting regulatory advice letters all in support to strengthening stakeholder communication and commitment.
Experience
Eoc Base Camp Cell Manager (on Call Rotation Assignment)
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Apr 2025 — Present
Responsibilities include:• Lead HR emergency operations at Base Camps, managing a cross-functional support team to deliver timely HR services during critical incidents.• Direct staffing, scheduling, and operational readiness, ensuring full HR coverage and accountability across 12-hour shifts.• Provide strategic HR guidance to Incident Command, including policy interpretation, labor relations, and coworker support.• Oversee incident reporting and documentation, maintaining compliance with ICS standards and internal audit requirements.• Facilitate team transitions and briefings, ensuring smooth onboarding, operational continuity, and knowledge transfer.• Collaborate with internal partners (EAP, Logistics, Planning, Safety) to address coworker needs and maintain a safe, effective response posture.• Communicate HR priorities and updates, contributing to the Common Operating Picture (COP) and leadership messaging.• Selected for on-call emergency leadership rotation supporting enterprise response during catastrophic events, ensuring workforce readiness, compliance, and continuity.
Education
San José State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising and Marketing
1992 — 1998
PG&E’s 10-week Certified Problem Solver Program. Aligned with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt standards
Certificate, Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt)
De Anza College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Real Estate
2008 — 2010
UC Davis Extension
Certificate, Land Use and Environmental Planning
2011 — 2014
Skills
- Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Program Management
- Mergers
- Leadership
- Contract Negotiation
- Ca Notary Public No.: 1531955001; Commission No.: 2004037; Exp. Date 01/14/17
- Training
- Construction
- Budgets
- Residential Homes
- • International Right of Way Association - Passed Sr/Wa Comprehensive Exam
- Negotiation
- Leases
- Analysis
- Customer Service
- Marketing
- Mergers
- Public Speaking
- Commercial Real Estate
- Procurement
- Sales
- Renewable Energy
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