Put your curious nature and problem-solving abilities to work as a full time Utility Analyst with the State of Utah Department of Commerce in the Division of Public Utilities. This position offers some remote work, benefits from day one, 12 paid holidays, accrued vacation and sick leave, and so much more!
This position is eligible for teleworking up to four days per week after a period of initial in-office training (some teleworking may be allowed during training).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
You will act as an in-house consultant on issues pertaining to the regulation of public utility service. You will be expected to work both with others and independently on assigned and independent projects. A typical project may require a combination of analysis and research including the application of cost or financial accounting theory and practices; auditing standards and practices; economic theory and modeling; engineering standards and cost modeling; and regulatory practices and theory. Common duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Advising management on trends and issues relating to public utilities including
- public utility regulation practice and theory
- public policy
- terms, conditions, and pricing of utility services
- Analyzing public utility and industry data and information for determination of rates, terms, and conditions of utility services
- Auditing the financial records and books of a public utility to develop earnings and cost recovery recommendations
- Conducting independent and coordinated research for the purposes of establishing policy positions on a variety of regulatory or utility matters
- Reviewing and analyzing state and federal utility filings including, results of operations reports, financial statements, and SEC reports
- Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Preparing presentations including written and oral testimony
- Testifying as an expert witness in hearings before the Public Service Commission or other forums
- Developing, preparing, and presenting economic or engineering cost, financial feasibility, and compliance studies or cost modeling
- Preparing utility property valuations, and cost of service and rate design studies
- Assisting in the reviewing testimony and case preparation (i.e., preparation of witnesses, pleadings, briefs and arguments)
- Participating in settlement conferences or other constituent discussions or meetings
- Supervising or leading other staff or contracted agents
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A strong background in one or more of the following disciplines: accounting, economics, engineering, finance, public policy, or utility regulation.
- A thorough knowledge of Excel, and Word.
- Exceptional writing skills.
- A self-starter attitude and work ethic.
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to applicants with a bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field of study (accounting, economics, engineering, finance, or public policy), or an equivalent four years of work experience in a related field.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM
Public Utilities is a small division, so we will provide you with the opportunity for a close working relationship with our wonderful team, and a true learning environment. Visit our website to learn more about our division.
This position is eligible for a rich benefits package, generous paid time off, and great work-life balance. You can learn more about offered benefits here.
AGENCY
Department of Commerce is the licensing and registration agency for Utah’s professional and business community. We provide oversight of business registrations, trademarks, Uniform Commercial Code filings, professional and occupational licensing, consumer protection, public utilities, securities, real estate and residential mortgage lending.
Visit our website to learn more about our agency.
BENEFITS
Health Insurance – Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.
5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.
4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare
Retirement – Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.
Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.
Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
Paid Time Off:
Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.
We have 12 paid holidays.
Typical Qualifications:
(Includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position)
- A knowledge and understanding of applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures;
- A knowledge of research methods, techniques, and sources of relevant information;
- An ability to organize and conduct methodological examinations to analyze or identify underlying facts, principles, or trends associated with information or data to draw supportable conclusions;
- An ability to communicate complex technical information and ideas clearly and concisely;
- Knowledge or experience in dealing with people in a sensitive, tactful, and professional manner;
- An understanding of negotiation techniques and methods;
- Experience using analytical or reporting software; and
- A capability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Supplemental Information:
- Top candidates may be asked to participate in a writing exercise or submit a writing sample during the course of the interview process.
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Job Classification: Utility Analyst (#16512).
Please note, a position’s eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. - A description of the statutory duties and responsibilities of the Division of Public Utilities can be found in Title 54, Chapter 4a of the Utah code.
- DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers.
- Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
- Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.