Analyst III, Rates and Regulatory Affairs

Description

• Support the preparation of the company's regulatory applications and filings, including the annual Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
• Lead reporting efforts related to Public Safety Power Shutoff ("PSPS") events and compliance requirements.
• Extract, compile, and validate data used to support wildfire mitigation reporting, audits and inspections.
• Liaison with regulatory authorities, commission staff, and stakeholders and participate in industry forums to influence regulatory policies.
• Develop, implement and oversee a framework to ensure the utility is meeting its compliance requirements in an accurate and timely manner.
• Monitor up-to-date information regarding federal, state and applicable laws and regulations as they relate to filing requirements for regulated utilities. Updates key management on regulatory changes, developments and implications of new requirements on functional areas, particularly related to wildfire mitigation.
• Review and interpret new pending local laws and regulations, which potentially affect the organization's business practices, and coordinate the development or revision of policies, procedures, contracts, and agreements to ensure compliance.
• Participate in industry associations and develop leadership positions for Liberty.
• Prepare reporting and analysis to support a risk-based decision-making framework and inform company decision-making on wildfire mitigation related issues.
• Work with internal cross-functional teams to meet regulatory requirements and respond to regulatory and stakeholder discovery.
• Ensure alignment of regulatory strategies to all key local functional areas to ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize shareholder value.
• Develop tactics to maximize rate recovery of prudently incurred capital and operating expenses.
• Prepare analysis and provide advice to company management on emerging regulations and developments in industry related to wildfire mitigation issues.
• Mentor and provide advice and guidance to other analysts within the organization
• Establish and maintain good relationship with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Knowledge of local state commission regulations and filing requirements
• Valid Operator’s Driver’s License and proof of current insurance
• Regulatory experience required
• Demonstrated working relationship with local commission and staff and relevant stakeholders
• Completion of relevant university/college degree/education
• Availability to travel if needed by the company
• 5-10 years of experience
• High Scholl diploma or equivalent required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance