Director Regulatory and Strategic Analysis - NSPM

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

We are seeking a visionary Director, Regulatory and Strategic Analysis to drive the policy framework and strategic direction for our electric and natural gas systems across Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. In this high‑impact senior leadership role, you will navigate complex regulatory, legislative, and environmental landscapes to lead long‑term planning for the gas and electric systems, spearhead resource acquisitions at an exciting time of growth across the industry, and integrate cutting‑edge technologies to achieve our environmental objectives while meeting our customers’ needs.

• Determine policy and strategic directions for regulatory and legislative matters regarding competitive, regulatory, environmental, and structural issues in the state jurisdiction.
• Work with Xcel Leadership to develop regulatory/legislative policies and strategies supporting strategic goals in regulated and commercial environments.
• Consult with legislative, regulatory and subject matter experts to establish policies/strategies in multiple jurisdictions.
• Prepare, file and deliver testimony before regulatory and legislative bodies.
• Lead teams in the development and preparation of strategic regulatory initiatives.
• Provide technical regulatory expertise and oversee the development and presentation of cost recovery mechanisms, maximizing the opportunity to earn allowed returns.
• Identify impacts of regulatory and legislative initiatives on corporate positions from a regional, state‑specific and national perspective.
• Make strategic decisions on regulatory and legislative actions to be taken in state jurisdiction.
• Develop alternatives for executive management for final decision‑making.
• Represent Xcel as a witness at legislative hearings as needed.
• Work directly with senior management to develop and promote regulatory and legislative policy positions.
• Maintain oversight of regulatory rule making activities and direct preparation of written and oral comments.
• Continuously interact with regulators, stakeholders and internal company experts to identify and proactively pursue results that reflect Xcel’s regulatory and legislative policies and strategies.
• Advocate Xcel’s position with regulators and stakeholders in a variety of forums.
• Communicate regularly with executive management and internal experts to ensure awareness of the impact of strategies and positions on Xcel’s operations.
• Ensure consistency in policies and positions in each of Xcel’s state jurisdictions and the federal jurisdiction.
• Direct preparation of written comments, testimony, position papers and briefing materials on regulatory and legislative policy matters.
• Serve as project manager for developing and implementing policy initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• BA/BS in a relevant field.
• At least ten (10) years of experience in the energy industry, with 3–5 years in a regulatory role.
• Knowledge of the utility industry, its issues, and the legislative process.
• Ability to work well with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $ to $ per year.

Benefits include:

• Annual Incentive Program
• Long‑Term Incentive
• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited‑Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account
• Short‑Term Disability (STD)
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Transit Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Pension
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
• Parental Leave

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at

Final date to receive applications: 06/16/26

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