Securities Analyst

Job Description - Securities Analyst 3 (260000C2)

Public Utilities Commission (PUCO)

Agency Contact Name and Information: contactjobshro.gov

Mar 11, 2026

United States of America, Ohio, Franklin County, Columbus

Hourly Rate: $33.52

Full-time;

Work Hours:

8-5, Flex available. Union: OCSEA

Business

Accounting and Finance, Auditing

Analyzation, Attention to Detail

About Us: 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.

About The Rates & Analysis Department: 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 in the Rates & Analysis, Accounting & Finance division, you will primarily serve as a financial analyst with responsibility to review financing applications seeking PUCO authorization to issue both short- and long-term securities. In addition, this position will be a lead reviewer assessing the financial capability of competitive retail energy suppliers as part of the PUCO certification process.

This position will also assist in conducting audits associated with rate case proceedings.

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.

Salary Information: 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.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

• 24 months experience performing criminal investigations; 48 months training or 48 months experience in state &/or federal laws & regulations & agency's policies & procedures governing investment securities & investment securities examining practices & in performing securities examinations; 1 course or 3 months experience in public relations; 1 course or 3 months experience in general management principles/techniques; valid driver's license.
• 24 months experience examining financial records for firm, government agency or financial institution; 48 months training or 48 months experience in state &/or federal laws & regulations & agency's policies & procedures governing investment securities & investment securities examining practices & in performing securities examinations; 1 course or 3 months experience in public relations; 1 course or 3 months experience in general management principles/techniques;
  
  valid driver's license.
• Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration (i.e., accounting or finance); 48 months training or 48 months experience in state &/or federal laws & regulations & agency's policies & procedures governing investment securities & investment securities examining practices & performing securities examinations; 1 course or 3 months experience in public relations; 1 course or 3 months experience in general management principles/techniques;
  
  valid driver's license.
• 12 months…