Finance & Economics Director - Utility Regulation

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan at no cost

12 paid holidays

State Paid Family and Medical Leave

Retirement plan: pension & 457(b)

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Wellness Program

Public Service Student Loan Forgivene

Job summary

The Vermont Department of Public Service is seeking a Director of Finance & Economics to lead critical financial and economic analyses in support of the Department's mission to represent the public interest in utility matters. This leadership role reports to the Commissioner and supervises two financial assistants, providing expert analysis and testimony before the Vermont Public Utility Commission.

Ideal candidates bring deep knowledge of cost-of-service, rate design, and regulatory frameworks,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, or related field; five or more years of experience in finance and/or economics in a regulated operating environment; at least one year of supervisory experience.
• Graduate work in accounting, economics, business administration, or electrical engineering is preferred.
• FERC, FCC and anti-trust experience is desirable; CMA/CFA/CFM/CPA certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and economic analyses for utility regulation and rate design decisions.
• Provide expert analysis and testimony before the Vermont Public Utility Commission.
• Supervise two financial assistants and manage consultants.
• Communicate complex information clearly to a range of stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Supervisory experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, economics, or related field

Graduate work in accounting, economics, business administration, or electrical engineering

Job description

The Vermont Department of Public Service is seeking a Director of Finance & Economics to lead critical financial and economic analyses in support of the Department's mission to represent the public interest in utility matters. This leadership role reports to the Commissioner and supervises two financial assistants, providing expert analysis and testimony before the Vermont Public Utility Commission.

Ideal candidates bring deep knowledge of cost-of-service, rate design, and regulatory frameworks,