Pub Utils Analyst 2

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.

As part of the Telecom and Energy analysis team, you will assist with economic analysis and research in utility ratemaking. This includes reviewing and providing recommendations to the Commission on a wide variety of items such as: adjustor rate resets, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Plans, tariffs, and rate design. You may participate in teams working on utility rate cases, including preparing written testimony, and presenting testimony at hearings, Open Meetings, and other public forums.

• Knowledge of the economic concepts of public utility regulation and ratemaking;
• Knowledge of current issues in electric, gas, water/wastewater, and telecommunications industries;
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, statistics, accounting, business, public policy, energy, or other related field;
• Ability to analyze economic and financial data using various statistical methods;
• Ability to prepare written reports and present oral testimony that clearly explains and supports findings and recommendations;
• Skilled in cooperating and working effectively with others as part of a team;
• Excellent oral communication skills, including ability to testify in formal proceedings, and making public presentations; and
• Proficient skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical modeling.

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*The Corporation Commission does not offer employment sponsorship for this position.*
Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background/reference check, confirmation of any degrees/certifications, and an MVD records check.
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.

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• 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.

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