Director Regulatory Affairs

TECO Energy, Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness programs

On-site fitness centers

Bonus plan

Job summary

Peoples Gas, a TECO Energy, Inc. subsidiary, seeks a Director of Regulatory Affairs to lead state and federal regulatory strategies, filings and rate design. You will represent the company before FPSC and FERC, manage teams, and coordinate with regulators, executives, and business partners.

You will oversee regulatory talent, guide policy analysis, and drive strategic regulatory initiatives while coordinating internal resources and external experts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or Engineering.
• Extensive coursework in Business Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Science, and Statistics is required.
• 10 years of utility regulatory knowledge.
• Experience in management, negotiation, and communication under difficult circumstances.
• 5 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy, filings, rate proceedings, and policy analyses for FPSC and FERC.
• Oversee regulatory staff and external resources; act as a company witness in proceedings.
• Coordinate preparation of witnesses and advocate regulatory positions before regulators and stakeholders.
• Monitor FPSC and FERC filings and communicate developments to leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or Engineering

Extensive coursework in Business Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Science, and Statistics

Job description

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At Peoples Gas, we work to make lives better throughout Florida with safe, resilient, clean and affordable natural gas solutions. Our diverse and inclusive team serves more than 520,000 customers across Florida through operations in 14 service areas and our corporate headquarters.

We’re an innovative and collaborative company focused on building engaged and empowered team members who are valued and celebrated to drive our success.

You’ll find competitive pay, inclusive health and wellness programs, and wide-ranging training and professional development.

Whether it’s your first job or your next big move, Peoples Gas is a growing company with career opportunities that fit your future.

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WHO WE ARE?

Peoples Gas System is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

BUILD THE FUTURE

Help shape the regulatory future of Peoples Gas. As Director, Regulatory Affairs, you will lead the development and execution of state and federal regulatory strategies and serve as a key company representative before the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

This is a highly visible leadership role for an experienced utility regulatory professional who can navigate complex proceedings, influence regulatory strategy, develop teams, and communicate effectively with regulators, executives, and business partners.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You will lead regulatory strategy, filings, rate proceedings, compliance activities, and policy analysis while helping the organization understand and respond to evolving regulatory requirements. You will also oversee regulatory talent and external resources and serve as a company witness in regulatory proceedings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct the preparation, development, negotiation, and implementation of FPSC and FERC regulatory activities related to retail rates, cost recovery clauses, rate design, methodologies, forecasts, audits, special contracts, and special rate analyses.
• Lead the development and design of FPSC and FERC rate proceedings, including overall project management, regulatory strategy, testimony, discovery, witness training, depositions, hearing preparation, and implementation of final rates.
• Oversee FERC gas marketing compliance activities.
• Educate internal departments on regulatory requirements related to rate design, tariffs, and cost recovery clause matters and help assess regulatory strategies, impacts, alternatives, prudence, and recovery issues.
• Develop or provide regulatory strategy and policy analysis for FPSC and FERC matters and support review of state legislative initiatives affecting the gas industry.
• Direct annual and long-term customer forecasting and load research activities supporting load analysis, resource planning, regulatory filings, and business initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the FPSC and Peoples Gas and represent the company as a witness during hearings, agenda conferences, and workshops.
• Coordinate preparation of internal and external witnesses and advocate the company’s regulatory positions with regulators, commission staff, industry colleagues, interveners, and litigants.
• Lead and develop regulatory staff while managing resources including outside legal representation, expert witnesses, and consultants.
• Monitor FPSC and FERC filings, rulings, and activities of other gas utilities and communicate relevant regulatory developments to company leaders and departments.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You bring sound regulatory judgment to complex issues and translate that expertise into clear strategies and business decisions. You build credibility with regulators and internal stakeholders, prepare teams and witnesses effectively for proceedings, and help leaders understand the implications of regulatory developments.

Just as importantly, you create an environment where your team can take on increasingly complex work and continue to grow.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

This role requires deep utility regulatory expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to represent Peoples Gas effectively in complex state and federal regulatory matters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or Engineering.
• Extensive coursework in Business Management, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Science, and Statistics is required.
• 10 years utility regulatory knowledge.
• Experience in management, negotiation, and communication under difficult circumstances.
• 5 years supervisory experience.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You will work across Peoples Gas and interact with employees at all levels, including executive leadership, on business and regulatory matters. Externally, you will represent the company before the FPSC and FPSC staff and interact with organizations and partners including the Florida Department of Community Affairs, other utilities, trade organizations, outside legal counsel, and consultants.

The role directly supervises the Manager, Regulatory Affairs and provides indirect leadership to the Supervisor, Conservation Programs, Regulatory Rate Analysts, Energy Conservation Program Coordinators, and various project teams.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US?

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: At the Director level you will earn two annual incentive bonuses that recognizes your hard work.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• And much more!

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to stormswill beconsidered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.