Planning Unit Supervisor​/Pub Util Rates Evaluation Supv

Planning Unit Supervisor / Public Utilities Rates Evaluation Supervisor

Date posted: 12/30/2025 | Closing date: 01/21/2026 |

Location:

St. Paul | Telework Eligible:
Yes (see note) | Full-Time | Unlimited | Salary: $44.24 - $63.35 hourly ($92,373 - $132,274 annually)

• Job
• Hiring Agency:
  Public Utilities Commission / MMA
• Division/Unit:
  Regulatory Analysis Division / Energy Planning Unit
• Work Shift:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Occasionally
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association (MMA)
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt - Executive
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, direct, and evaluate the activities of the multi‑disciplinary staff of the Commission’s Energy Planning Unit so that Commissioners have the information necessary to make informed regulatory decisions in an orderly and timely fashion.

The general areas of focus of the Unit are related to gas and electric utility resource planning, resource adequacy and acquisition, reliability, regional energy market impacts, and related state and federal policy implementation and compliance (e.g., Natural Gas Innovation Act, Carbon Free Standard, Eligible Energy Technologies). The Planning Unit works closely with the Regional Energy Program, Economic Analysis, Financial Analysis, and Energy Infrastructure Permitting.

Please Note: This career opportunity is based at the PUC offices in St. Paul, MN and is not available for full‑time remote work. The position requires onsite or in‑person work for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month (including travel and off‑site meetings). Completion of a telework agreement will be required.

The work you'll do is more than just a job; you will lead a team to deliver comprehensive energy planning analyses, manage stakeholder engagements, and support the Commission’s regulatory work. You will:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all member work and deliverables related to energy planning and natural gas/electric resource adequacy.
• Lead staff in analysis and modeling, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and policy requirements.
• Communicate findings to regulatory staff, external stakeholders, the public, and the Office of the Commissioners.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff while promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborate with regional and national partners on emerging energy markets, policies, and best practices.
• Prepare presentations, briefing documents, and reports for decision‑makers and the public.

• Seven (7) years of professional‑level experience related to electric or natural gas utility services with a focus on regulatory and energy planning issues.
• Success in completing the State of Minnesota’s Emerging Leadership Institute (ELI), Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or an equivalent leadership program may substitute for one year of advanced professional experience.
• A Master’s degree in public utility regulation and/or economics related field may substitute for 18 months of experience.
• A Doctorate degree in public utility regulation and/or economics related field may substitute for two years of experience.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of utility rate regulation and utility planning, modeling, and operations including rules, decisions, practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team and provide guidance to professional staff.
• Ability to comprehend, apply, interpret, and analyze complex written material and energy modeling results and assumptions.
• Human relations skills and cultural sensitivity sufficient to establish effective relationships with various regulatory agencies and staff, public utility companies, energy industry stakeholders, the general public, and diverse communities.
• Effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills for presenting material…