Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst II

Public Utilities Regulatory Analyst II (NS)

Agency:
Department of Commerce – Division Utilities Commission

Position Number:  (two positions  & )

Grade: NC20

Position Type:
Full-time (40 hours per week)

This position, within the Operations Division of the NCUC, provides expert accounting and technical advice and counsel to the Commission regarding matters subject to the NCUC’s jurisdiction. In addition to providing expert‑level advice, it carries subject‑matter leadership in three highly specialized areas: (1) Case management of multi‑year rate plans (MYRP and WSIP) and traditional rate cases as well as annual review of gas cost cases and fuel clause adjustment cases.

(2) Complicated accounting issues in MYRP, WSIP and traditional rate cases. (3) Strong technical writing and oral communication skills. The role includes independent judgment, recurring docket leadership and specialized expertise, and involves presenting recommendations to commissioners and defending them under critical review.

• Comprehend and apply the legal and regulatory frameworks within which public utilities in North Carolina operate.
• Review, analyze, weigh and critique complex evidence presented to the NCUC in the form of expert witness testimony, data, and reports.
• Develop recommendations for action by the NCUC based on application of accounting knowledge and experience to the evidence within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Present recommendations to the Commissioners in written and oral presentation.
• Defend recommendations under critical review.
• Perform case management of multi‑year rate plans (MYRP and WSIP) and traditional rate cases as well as annual review of gas cost cases and fuel clause adjustment cases.
• Address complicated accounting issues in MYRP, WSIP and traditional rate cases.
• Draft strong technical reports and conduct effective oral communication.

• Advanced knowledge of economic regulation of Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs).
• Familiarity with electric, natural gas and water and wastewater utility systems.
• Strong accounting, analytical and organizational skills; ability to examine financial records and communicate complex issues in writing and orally.
• Ability to work with attorneys, accountants, paralegals, engineers, and other policy analysts.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team as well as independently, including defending accounting analyses, opinions and recommendations in adversarial legal settings.
• Advanced level of knowledge in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, statistics, engineering and environmental sciences, and public utility operations.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.

Commercial does not provide employment visa sponsorship.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities.

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, banking, finance, business administration, public administration, economics, or related discipline from an accredited institution and three years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave.
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna.
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance,…