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The Utilities Division recommends thoroughly researched, sound regulatory policy and rate recommendations to the Commissioners, based on a balanced analysis of the benefits and impacts on all stakeholders and consistent with the public interest.

You will be responsible for compliance with and the enforcement of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Federal Regulations, Arizona Administrative Code of Rules, and Commission decisions as they apply to regulated Telecommunications, Electric, Gas, Water and Sewer utilities; responsible for the review of all compliance documents and compliance actions; oversight of Compliance negotiations with regulated utilities; responsible for reporting enforcement/compliance to the Co-Directors and Commissioners; responsible for developing and maintaining compliance database; responsible for developing compliance strategies; responsible for Annual Report filing compliance and review; responsible for the management of the Compliance database; oversight of utility compliance filings; preparation of reports to the Manager of Compliance, the Co-Directors and Commissioners on pending compliance; prepare Order to Show Cause when compliance is not met; prepare Open Meeting Memorandums and Proposed Orders; and maintain accurate and complete database. In addition, this position is responsible for the technical reviews of tariff and other compliance filings as appropriate.

- Extensive knowledge and understanding of the technical aspects of: (1) compliance filings, (2) pending matters before the ACC relating to Utilities, (3) Open Meeting law and procedures, and (4) administrative requirements for the preparation and filing of Open Meeting and compliance documents.
- Familiarity with Commission Rules, practices and procedures, including the jurisdiction and regulatory authority of ACC Statutes, Rules and Regulations, and Division policies and procedures.
- Skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and databases.
- Skills in research techniques related to complex assignments.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal and phone skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Tactful and appropriate handling of confidential information.
- Highly developed organization and time management skills.
- Ability to effectively ensure that utilities comply with Commission Orders and Rules with timely filing of reports and memorandums.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently and multi-task in a fast-paced regulatory work environment.
- Ability to interpret and analyze complex matters.

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Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background/reference check and confirmation of any degrees/certifications.
A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous paid vacation and sick leave programs.
Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity agency and a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

If you have any questions, please feel free to email HumanResources@azcc.gov for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HumanResources@azcc.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.