Assistant Director, Electricity Repost Program Manager III

Introduction

The Maryland Public Service Commission has a position available for an Assistant Director in the Electricity Division.

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6 Saint Paul St., 17th Floor Baltimore, MD 21202

The Maryland Public Service Commission (PSC), an independent regulatory agency, is seeking a skilled and motivated Assistant Director to join its Electricity Division. We are responsible for the regulatory oversight of Maryland’s electric utilities, ensuring that Marylanders have access to safe, reliable, and affordable electricity services while advancing the State's clean energy goals. This is a unique and impactful opportunity to apply your economic and technical expertise in public service.

As an Assistant Director, you will:

• Conduct in-depth economic and financial analyses of utility proposals, rate cases, and policy initiatives.
• Develop and present expert testimony in formal commission proceedings.
• Analyze electricity market trends, resource planning, and the economic impacts of regulatory decisions.
• Contribute to the development of innovative policies that balance economic efficiency, consumer protection, reliability, and environmental sustainability in the electricity sector.
• Assist the Division Director in the supervision of junior economists, including conducting performance evaluations and providing guidance in the preparation of expert testimony, comments, or other work assignments.

Your work will be intellectually stimulating, fast‑paced, and crucial to Maryland’s economy, its residents, and the environment. We are looking for candidates with a strong analytical foundation, a commitment to public service, and the ability to tackle complex economic challenges in the dynamic electricity industry.

The Assistant Director in the Electricity Division provides expert economic analysis and support to the Commission. Your core responsibilities include:

• Performing detailed economic and technical, statistical, and financial analyses of electric utility rate applications, including cost of service, rate design, cost of capital, and revenue requirements.
• Evaluating the economic and technical aspects of utility investments in grid modernization, renewable energy projects, energy efficiency programs, and other infrastructure.
• Preparing and presenting expert written testimony and oral presentations in Commission proceedings and work groups.
• Analyzing wholesale and retail electricity market operations, including competitive solicitations and market power issues.
• Conducting research and policy analysis on emerging energy technologies and regulatory frameworks such as distributed energy resources, energy storage, electric vehicles, and microgrids.
• Developing and utilizing economic models for forecasting, cost‑benefit analysis, and impact assessment.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams of attorneys, engineers, accountants, and other technical staff.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations on proposed legislation and regulations affecting the electricity industry.
• Monitoring compliance with Commission orders and rules related to economic and market issues.
• Representing the Electricity Division as a member in working groups tasked with developing rules, reports, agreements, or other functions which support Maryland’s energy markets.
• Assisting the Division Director in mentoring and training regulatory analysts, managing the Division’s workflow, supervising regulatory analysts, and editing and reviewing their work products.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Three years of relevant professional experience in economic analysis, preferably in the energy sector, utility regulation, or a related field.

• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in economic theory (microeconomics, industrial organization, regulatory economics) and its application.
• Experience with statistical analysis, econometrics, and economic modeling software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex economic concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Sound professional judgment and a commitment to ethical public service.
• Knowledge of the electric utility industry, energy markets, or regulatory processes is highly desirable.

State of Maryland benefits.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retention and promotion of employees who reflect the State’s diversity.