Manager, Regulatory Strategy - Great Plains

ITC Holdings Corp.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp. in Topeka, KS seeks a Regulatory Analyst to monitor federal transmission policy, analyze filings and advocate the company’s position with regulators, legislators and industry groups.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years in electric utility regulation, strong communication and negotiation skills, and willingness to travel for meetings and conferences. You will participate in RTO committees and help develop strategic responses for ITC's grid initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline; MBA preferred.
• 7+ years experience as electric utility Regulatory Analyst or similar function.
• Experience with pricing and regulatory policy; advocate for company position in forums.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to build rapport with regulators and stakeholders.
• Travel for company business, up to several times per month.
• Authorized to work in the United States; ITC does not sponsor visas.

Responsibilities

• Monitor federal transmission regulatory policy and electric utility legislation.
• Research, analyze and interpret regulatory filings; review industry publications and attend conferences.
• Advocate the company's transmission policy with internal stakeholders and development opportunities.
• Liaise with regulators, legislators, stakeholders, customers and industry groups; participate in coalitions.
• Represent ITC in RTO committees and task forces to support development interests.
• Participate in internal strategy meetings to shape the company's goals and regulatory direction.
• Contribute to regulatory proceedings and report data on regulatory matters to management.
• Provide company representation in tariff, rates, pricing, revenue distribution and policy negotiations.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Policy advocacy

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory communication

Negotiation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Regulatory databases

Job description

Job Description

• Monitors and keeps abreast of federal transmission regulatory policy and electric utility legislative initiatives.
• Researches, analyzes and interprets regulatory filings; reviews industry publications and attends pertinent electric industry conferences.
• Serves as a company advocate on transmission policy for development opportunitiesby working with internal stakeholders to identify potential impacts and develop appropriate responses further company's strategic goals.
• Serves as a liaison with regulatory authorities; meets with regulators, legislators, stakeholders and customers, industry/trade associations, consumer groups, and other utility professionals; participates in external electric industry/trade associations and formal/informal coalitions as required.
• Represents the company by participating in Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) committees and task forces to protect and further enhance the company's development interests.
• Participates in internal strategy meetings to formulate the company's strategic goals.
• Participates in and represents the company in regulatory proceedings, as appropriate.
• Researches, analyzes, interprets and reports data on regulatory and legislative matters; provides timely and accurate information and analysis to management on regulatory and legislative matters that may impact the company.
• Provides company representation the company in tariff, rates/pricing/revenue distribution, financial and/or policy negotiations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience; Master's degree in Business Administration or other relevant discipline preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience as an electric utility Regulatory Analyst or similar function.
• Experience and proficiency in pricing and regulatory policy; strong advocate of company position in various forums.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) and establish rapport with management, colleagues, regulators, stakeholders/customers and other individuals inside and outside the company.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to motivate and supervise employees.
• Possesses leadership qualities, logical problem-solving skills and strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of the Federal Power Act, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Department of Energy, North American Electric Reliability Council and state public utility commission.
• Ability to work in a constantly changing environment and capable of managing multiple projects and tasks and ensuring their timely completion.
• Ability to travel for company business, including overnight stays, up to several times per month.
• Advanced knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H - 1B or TN visas.

About Us

Make a Power Move - For the Greater Grid: Reliable. Resilient. Ready.

As AI innovation, automation and economic growth reshape the way we live and work, the demand on our power infrastructure is growing fast. At ITC, we're building the greater grid that’s ready for today’s technology and tomorrow’s possibilities.

Our people bring the power - fueling innovation and strengthening the grid every day. We're looking for individuals who are ready to make a power move and help us build a greater grid for a more reliable and affordable energy future.

ITC offers industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into solutions. We foster a culture of belonging - where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Make a power move today.