Communications Common Carrier Specialist ; PCN

Communications Common Carrier Specialist 4 (PCN 086035) | Workplace Alaska page has loaded.

Full Time

Job Number

53659

Commerce, Community, and Economic Development

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is recruiting for a Communications Common Carrier Specialist 4 position located in Anchorage!

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is recruiting for a Communications Common Carrier Specialist 4 position located in Anchorage!

In addition to supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of the Common Carrier Section, the Communications Common Carrier Specialist (CCCS) 4 conducts detailed technical analysis of telecommunications filings of the highest complexity. The CCCS 4 applies extensive knowledge of economics, accounting, communications technology and engineering, rate development policies, and other telecommunications disciplines to develop, defend, recommend and administer regulations, policies and decisions on telecommunications cases of an unusual or complex nature.

The CCCS 4 prepares highly detailed, well-supported recommendations to the Commission for presentation both in writing and orally, in public and adjudicatory settings. This position uses database applications to perform research, and word processing/spreadsheet applications to prepare written reports. The CCCS 4 works with utility representatives and other Commission staff to ensure filings are aligned with applicable authority, the Commissioners are well-informed, and Commission rulings are executed within statutory timelines.

The Commission is charged with ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable utility and pipeline services are provided to Alaskans at just and reasonable rates. The availability of utility services, and the rates, rules, terms and conditions of those services are governed by statute and regulation and enforced by the Commission. Five full-time commissioners are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Alaska State Legislature, overseeing a team of analysts, administrative law judges, consumer protection officers and support staff.

The Commission regulates a broad range of utility services including electric, natural gas, natural gas storage, steam heat, pipeline, refuse, sewer, telecommunications, and water services, overseeing regulated entities through certification, regulation of rates and services, tariff review, dispute resolution, and consumer protection services. The Commission also calculates amounts for the power cost equalization (PCE) program and serves as an information resource for the executive and legislative branches of government.

The Commission offers a competitive employment package including excellent benefits and flexible leave, a hybrid working environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the potential for advancement. As leader of the Common Carrier Section within the Advisory Section, the CCCS 4 is part of a cohesive team of analysts specializing in finance, engineering, tariffs, and common carrier matters, working together to achieve a common goal for the benefit of Alaskans.

Collaboration is key to the success of the agency, including our reliable and consistent support staff. The new CCCS 4 will receive hands‑on internal training, coaching and support throughout the process, as well as opportunities for specialized outside training at both the state and national levels.

The Commission is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Anchorage. The daily work environment is busy and productive with varying timelines to be managed. The CCCS 4 works directly with utility representatives and other staff to ensure timely processing of rate filings. Staff presents recommendations and fields questions from Commissioners during confidential adjudications or other public meetings. Most of the work is performed using spreadsheet, word processing, email and case management software.

• Supervisory: Demonstrated experience…