Deputy Director IA211126

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

13 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Flexible work schedules (potential)

Job summary

The Missouri Public Service Commission seeks a regulatory analyst to provide technical support to the Industry Analysis Director in Jefferson City. You will assist with staff positions, training programs, and interpretation of new policies, while researching information requests from state and federal agencies and the public.

You will review testimony and reports for clarity, and may testify as an expert witness at hearings. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, public administration or engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in legal, rate-making, or service issues at the Missouri Public Commission.
• Graduate work may substitute for up to two years of experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to explain complex technical information to varied audiences.
• Experience with spreadsheets and word processing is essential.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills; solid PC experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Industry Analysis Director.
• Assist in developing staff positions and policies.
• Assist Industry Analysis management in developing training programs.
• Participate in development, implementation or interpretation of new or revised staff positions or policies.
• Research and prepare responses to information requests from state/federal agencies, other states, and the public.
• Review reports, recommendations, and testimony for clarity and conformance with agency policies.
• Provide testimony as an expert witness at Commission, legislative, and other hearings; assist attorneys in preparation.
• Assist leadership on state/federal legislative matters; testify before committees; brief Commissioners and Directors.
• Consult with agency staff regarding fiscal impact of assigned bills.
• May require occasional in- and out-of-state travel.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

PC skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, business, public administration or engineering

5+ years of relevant experience in legal, rate-making, or service issues

Graduate work substituted for up to two years of experience

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

This position is located at 200 Madison Street, Jefferson City, MO 65102

The Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, steam, water and sewer utilities in Missouri. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates.

• Provide technical support to the Industry Analysis Director.
• Assist in developing staff positions and policies.
• Assist Industry Analysis management in developing training programs.
• Participate in the development, implementation or interpretation of new or revised, commission staff positions or policies.
• Research and prepare responses to requests for information from state and federal agencies, other states, and the general public.
• Review reports, recommendations, and testimony prepared by commission staff for clarity, completeness, accuracy, and conformance with agency policies.
• Provide testimony as an expert witness at Commission, legislative, and other hearings, and assist Commission attorneys in hearing preparation as needed.
• Assist leadership on state and federal legislative related matters; testify before legislative committees as necessary; assist in responding to legislative questions and provide briefings to Commissioners and Division Directors.
• Consult with agency staff regarding fiscal impact of assigned bills.
• Position may require occasional in- and out-of-state travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in finance, accounting, economics, business, public administration or engineering and;
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in legal, rate-making, or service issues at the Missouri Public Commission.
• Graduate work in the specified educational areas may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of two years of the stated specified experience. Qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the stated education.
• Must have a high level of both verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain and interpret the results of complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with spreadsheets and word processing is essential.
• The ability to work well independently and in a team environment is required.
• Strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills and personal computer experience are required.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

• Health insurance 1st of the month following start date.
• 10 hours of paid sick and vacation time each month.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Optional life, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• State employee pension plan and deferred savings program.
• Potential flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.