Telecommunication Rates Analyst jobs in Minnesota

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Working Title: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4
Job Class: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4
Agency: Public Utilities Commission

• Job ID: 77329
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/07/2024
• Closing Date: 06/13/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Utilities Commission / MAPE
• Division/Unit: Public Utilities Commission / Econ Unit
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $33.90 - $50.27 / hourly; $70,783 - $104,963 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Job Summary

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged, and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota. This position provides policy and technical analysis and interpretation of complex gas and electric utility regulatory matters and other energy-related issues for the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, with an emphasis on electric utility resource planning and resource acquisition. The work involved in this dynamic position is critical to ensuring Minnesota’s utilities achieve key state goals, notably the 100% carbon-free by 2040 goal passed by the Legislature in 2023, while balancing reliability and affordability.

Please note the following:

Hybrid work environment: 2 days in-office and 3 days telework. Employees are required to sign a telework agreement.

This opportunity is eligible for relocation costs reimbursement. Under current bargaining contract, this role will be eligible for up to $5,000 a year in Student Loan Reimbursement after 18 months of service.

Job Duties:

A Rates Analyst 4 advises the Commission on complex economic, regulatory, and energy policy issues to ensure that utility resource mixes provide reliable and affordable service that are consistent with state goals. The incumbent would be expected to develop, analyze and interpret, orally and in writing, written records in dockets before the Commission on such topics as: integrated resource plans, resource acquisition processes, and distribution system-related issues. The incumbent would also be responsible for conducting research and preparing written or oral reports on other regulatory and policy issues before the Commission. In addition, the incumbent would coordinate and provide technical direction to other staff and lead on more complex regulatory and policy issues before the Commission, and may also lead or participate in workgroups, regional/national forums, and legislative issues.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Five years’ relevant work experience with an organization concerned with energy issues.

AND

• Knowledge or experience with basic economic, financial, utility regulatory, and other business principles.
• Experience writing formal reports for external distribution.
• Knowledge or experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience working directly with utility resource modeling software, or leading teams working on utility resource planning or acquisition issues.
• Experience leading work on distribution system issues.
• Experience in conducting research, investigations, and performing complex analyses of regulatory and policy issues.

A degree in in accounting, economics, business, finance, energy, law, public policy, statistics, electrical engineering or related field will substitute for professional experience, as follows:

Doctorate degree = 2 years of experience

Master's degree = 18 months of experience

Bachelor's degree = 12 months of experience

Associate’s degree = 6 months of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced experience in utility resource modeling software and principles.
• Demonstrated understanding of state, regional, and federal policies relevant to utility resource issues.
• Demonstrated understanding of the electric utility industry and distribution planning.
• Demonstrated understanding of utility economic, financial, ratemaking, energy forecasting, and other regulatory concepts and practices.
• Ability to perform and present data analysis.
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities.
• Ability to conduct research, investigations and to perform complex analyses of regulatory and policy issues.
• Ability to manage workload and multiple projects at a time.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background check and reference check.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Morgan Stafford at morgan.stafford@state.mn.us or 651-201-2208.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Morgan Stafford at morgan.stafford@state.mn.us.

About Public Utilities Commission

Our mission at the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is to create and maintain a regulatory environment that ensures safe, adequate and efficient utility services at fair, reasonable rates consistent with State telecommunications and energy policies. It does so by providing independent, consistent, professional and comprehensive oversight and regulation of utility service providers. One of the key functions of the commission in performing this mission is to balance the private and public interests affected in each docket, and to make decisions that appropriately balance these interests in a manner that is “consistent with the public interest.”

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance.
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care.

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.