Rates Analyst 3

Public Utilities Commission; Imopuro; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory agency is seeking a Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 to provide policy and technical analysis for utility regulatory issues. The position requires at least three years of professional experience in energy or regulatory research and offers a salary range of $33.48 to $49.66 hourly. Candidates with a master's degree may substitute part of the experience. The role requires onsite participation for at least 50% of workdays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in energy or regulatory research.
• Master's degree equals 18 months of experience.
• Bachelor's degree equals 12 months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy and technical analysis for utility regulatory matters.
• Advise the Commission on economic and energy policy issues.
• Conduct research and prepare reports on regulatory issues.

Skills

Expertise in energy or regulatory research

Data analysis skills

Understanding of utility economic concepts

Education

Master's degree in Economics or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Organization: Public Utilities Commission

Job Summary

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and improving the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Posting Date: 12/11/2025
Closing Date: 12/26/2025

Location in MN: Metro
Job type: full‑time
Hours: Full time; 40 hours/week

Salary

• Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3
  Salary Range: $33.48 - $49.66 / hourly; $69,906 - $103,690 / annually

Primary Duties

This position was previously announced 10/8/2025‑10/22/2025. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

This position provides policy and technical analysis, interpretation of complex gas, electric and telephone utility regulatory matters and other energy‑related issues for the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.

A Rates Analyst 3 advises the Commission on complex economic, regulatory, and energy policy issues. The incumbent will examine and interpret, orally and in writing, utility filings on such topics as distributed energy resources, grid modernization investments, grid security and reliability issues, rate design, comprehensive energy planning, and related regulatory and energy policy issues. The incumbent will also conduct research and prepare written or oral reports on other regulatory and policy issues before the Commission.

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 will require the employee to work onsite or in‑person for at least 50% of scheduled workdays each month (including travel and off‑site meetings).

Experience & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

At least three (3) years of professional experience demonstrating expertise in energy or regulatory research or analysis.

A degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Energy/Public Policy, Public Administration, Planning, Statistics, Law (JD), or a related field is a substitute for professional experience, as follows:

• Master's degree = 18 months of experience
• Bachelor's degree = 12 months of experience
• Associate's degree = 6 months of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of the electric and/or natural gas industries.
• Understanding of utility economic, financial, ratemaking, energy forecasting, and other regulatory concepts and practices.
• Knowledge and technical expertise related to distributed energy resources and distribution systems.
• Ability to perform and present data analysis.
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and marginalized communities.
• Ability to conduct research, investigations and to perform complex analyses of regulatory and policy issues.
• Ability to manage workload and multiple projects at one time.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a reference check and background screening.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the MN Careers page searching job ID 89270. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email [e-mail]. For additional information about the application process, visit http://www.mn.gov/careers.

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