Securities Analyst 3

Organization

The Public Utilities Commissions of Ohio (PUCO) affects nearly every household in Ohio. The PUCO regulates providers of all types of utility services which includes electric and natural gas companies, local and long-distance telephone, water and wastewater, and rail and trucking companies. More recently, the PUCO gained responsibility for facilitating competitive utility choices for Ohio consumers.

To carry out our responsibilities, the PUCO employs a professional staff that includes engineers, economists, attorneys, and safety inspectors. Continually monitoring the activities of utility and transportation companies, the PUCO works to ensure safe and reliable services for all Ohioans.

Our mission is to assure all residential and business consumers access to adequate, safe and reliable utility services at fair prices, while facilitating an environment that provides competitive choices.

Aug 29, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation: 34.53

Full-time

Work Hours: 8-5, Flex Available

Union: OCSEA

Business

Technical

Skills:

Interpreting Financial Statements, Accounting and Finance, Auditing, Investigation

Professional

Skills:

Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Interpreting Data, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Rates & Analysis Department

Accounting & Finance Division

Hourly Rate: (Commensurate with experience)

The Rates and Analysis Department participates in federal and state programs and investigations regarding energy policy, delivery and reliability; monitors and advises on utility conformance with prudent corporate oversight practices and procedures; monitors energy efficiency and portfolio compliance requirements; processes utility rate change requests and performs technical investigations. The department is comprised of accounting and finance, grid modernization and retail markets, and regulatory utility services divisions.

In this position as a Securities Analyst 3, your responsibilities include:

• Serve as a financial analyst reviewing financing applications requesting PUCO authorization to issue short-and long-term securities
• Lead evaluations of the financial capability of competitive retail energy supliers for certification
• Support audits conducted in connection with rate case proceedings

Report in location: 180

E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, Franklin County.

PUCO core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across PUCO departments. Most positions perform work on-site at the PUCO Central Office. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary is set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases, successful employees will increase a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year. In addition, the State of Ohio offers cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of public service, and wellness.

Rates & Analysis Department

Accounting & Finance Division

Hourly Rate: (Commensurate with experience)

The Rates and Analysis Department participates in federal and state programs and investigations regarding energy policy, delivery and reliability; monitors and advises on utility conformance with prudent corporate oversight practices and procedures; monitors energy efficiency and portfolio compliance requirements; processes utility rate change requests and performs technical investigations. The department is comprised of accounting and finance, grid modernization and retail markets, and regulatory utility services divisions.

In this position as a Securities Analyst 3, your responsibilities include:

• Serve as a financial analyst reviewing financing applications requesting PUCO authorization to issue short-and long-term securities
• Lead evaluations of the financial capability of competitive retail energy supliers for certification
• Support audits conducted in connection with rate case proceedings

PUCO core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across PUCO departments. Most positions perform work on-site at the PUCO Central Office. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary is set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases, successful employees will increase a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year. In addition, the State of Ohio offers cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of public…