Public Utilities Analyst V

RESIDENTIAL UTILITY CONSUMER OFFICE The Residential Utility Consumer Office (RUCO) was established by the Arizona Legislature in 1983 to represent the interests of residential utility ratepayers in rate-related proceedings involving public service corporations before the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC). RUCO accomplishes this charge primarily through its staff of financial analysts and attorneys. In addition, RUCO participates in a number of policy matters that also affect the rates paid by and services received by residential ratepayers. Public Utilities Analyst V Job Location: 1110 West Washington Street Suite 202 Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Posting Details: Annual Salary Range: $51,625 - $92,573 Based on Experience Grade: 24 This position will remain open until filled Job Duties: Duties of the Public Utilities Analyst V position include: * Reviewing and developing RUCO's recommendation(s), relating to the Company's revenue requirement, rate design, adjustor mechanisms, and other matters * Participating in working groups to develop procedures or policy recommendations to the Executive Deputy Director, Counsel and Public Utilities Manager * Providing expert testimony and creating and presenting exhibits in utility rate cases, financing(s), and other matters * Interpreting complex financial and economic data in order to develop RUCO's recommendations * Identifying emerging trends in the gas, electric, water, and telecommunications industries * Participating in working groups to develop operating procedures, policies, and testimony * Preparing data requests related to Company rate case filings and testimony * Preparing timely and accurate filings before the ACC * Responding to technical telephone calls and emails * Participating in ACC rulemaking as appropriate Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge: * Knowledge in technologies, operations and procedures of the utility industry, including utility accounting * Knowledge of accounting principles and statistics. CPA or accounting/finance degree preferred * Broad knowledge of current issues in electric, gas, and water and telecommunications industries * Considerable knowledge of economic concepts of public utility regulation and ratemaking * Strong knowledge and experience with excel software and the google platform * Knowledge of the Arizona Corporation Commission's regulatory process * Knowledge of group dynamics and group facilitation skills * Knowledge of rulemaking procedures Skills: * Skills in explaining and supporting recommendations clearly in writing and verbally * Skills in making effective and clear presentations to a variety of audiences * Skills in reviewing and analyzing utility company data independently * Skills in using various computer programs and statistical models * Proficient in Microsoft excel and word, as well as google docs * Skills in drafting and modifying rules Abilities: * Ability to problem solve in variable situations requiring analytical interpretive, evaluative, and/or constructive thinking within broadly defined policies and objectives * Ability to work with and lead (if required) stakeholder working groups to achieve consensus findings * Ability to work effectively with others * Ability to work independently * Ability to speak in public * Ability to lead others Pre-Employment Requirements: * Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver license record checks, required to maintain acceptable driving records and complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.11) * Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver license appropriate to the assignment If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. Benefits: The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: * Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance * Life insurance and long-term disability insurance * Vacation plus 10 paid holidays per year * Health and dental insurance * Retirement plan * Sick leave Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page Retirement: * Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) * Note that enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment Contact Us: * If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sherry Garcia at for assistance

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