RVP, Regulatory and Pricing - PSCo

About the Role

The role provides leadership on all aspects of regulatory strategy related to PSCo’s revenue, cost recovery, and resource transition proceedings. You will direct the development and execution of regulatory case filings in each assigned jurisdiction and serve as an expert witness in regulatory hearings. Outreach efforts and stakeholder relationship building are also key components of the position. In this capacity you will guide regulatory teams to deliver timely and consistent rate cases, manage filing schedules, and craft strategies that maximize cost recovery while supporting the company’s broader goals. Maintaining strong relationships with regulators, executing targeted outreach programs, and advising senior leadership on energy policy are central to success. Collaboration with policy, finance, legal, and operational groups ensures filings align with financial objectives and compliance requirements, while supervising the regulatory staff fosters a growth‑focused environment. • Lead regulatory strategy for PSCo revenue, cost recovery, and resource transition proceedings. • Direct development and execution of regulatory case filings across assigned jurisdictions. • Oversee schedules and coordination to ensure timely regulatory submissions. • Develop and implement strategies that maximize cost recovery and support PSCo’s objectives. • Build and maintain relationships with regulators and key stakeholders. • Design and manage outreach programs supporting revenue and cost recovery issues. • Advise executive management on energy policy and regulatory positions. • Communicate regulatory trends, risks, and financial impacts to internal stakeholders. • Collaborate with Regulatory Policy, Finance, Legal, and subject‑matter teams to align filings with corporate goals. • Supervise and develop the regulatory staff handling revenue and cost recovery matters.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸regulatory filings
• ▸cost recovery
• ▸stakeholder relations
• ▸outreach programs
• ▸policy advice
• ▸schedule management

What You Bring

Candidates must hold a BA/BS degree and bring at least ten years of experience in utility regulation, rate‑case execution, and compliance. A deep understanding of financial principles, cost‑recovery mechanisms, and regulatory finance is essential, as is the ability to manage multiple concurrent dossiers across jurisdictions. Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and proactive decision‑making skills are required to thrive in fast‑paced regulatory settings. • BA/BS degree required. • Minimum of 10 years experience in utility regulation and rate‑case execution. • Expert knowledge of utility industry, regulatory compliance, and cost‑recovery mechanisms. • Strong understanding of financial principles and regulatory finance. • Experience managing multiple concurrent rate cases and regulatory portfolios. • Excellent organizational, communication, leadership, and management skills. • Proactive decision‑making in fast‑paced regulatory environments. • Proficiency in regulatory and financial analytical modeling (e.g., revenue requirement models, cost‑of‑service studies, scenario analysis).

Requirements

• ▸ba/bs
• ▸10+ years
• ▸utility regulation
• ▸financial modeling
• ▸leadership
• ▸proactive

Benefits

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for. The anticipated base salary ranges from $229,100 to $289,967 per year, complemented by a robust benefits package that includes incentive programs, health plans, retirement options, paid time off, and various reimbursements. Xcel Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. • Competitive base salary ranging from $229,100 to $289,967 annually. • Annual Incentive Program and Long‑Term Incentive opportunities. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy plans. • Retirement options including 401(k) and pension plans. • Paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and volunteer PTO. • Transportation, health savings, and flexible spending accounts. • Tuition reimbursement, fitness center reimbursement, and employee assistance program.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time