Public Utilities Analyst 1

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.

- Learn audit procedures and apply them in performing regulatory audits on small water and wastewater companies
- Make recommendations to the Commission related to the establishment of just and reasonable rates to be used in billing customers for utility services
- Analyze financing and other applications and make recommendations to the Commission
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Summarize findings in written reports, Review Compliance filings post decision
- Meet filing deadlines, Present at Open Meetings

-Ability to analyze economic and financial data using various statistical methods, Ability to effectively and clearly present written and oral testimony in formal proceedings
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (primarily Word and Excel), Strong writing skills to prepare reports, memos, orders and letters

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics or similar field is preferred.

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.