Public Utilities Analyst 1

Internal Careers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent comprehensive benefits

Career development support

Training and education opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity employer

Job summary

The Arizona Corporation Commission, located in Phoenix, is seeking a FRA Public Utilities Analyst 1. The role supports regulatory policy, rate recommendations, and stakeholder impact analysis in the Utilities Division.

The position involves learning audit procedures, evaluating financing applications, and preparing written reports for the Commission. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and E-Verify compliance applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics or similar is preferred.
• Background/reference check and degree verification are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn audit procedures and perform regulatory audits on small water and wastewater companies.
• Make recommendations to establish just and reasonable rates for utility services.
• Analyze financing and other applications and provide findings to the Commission.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and meet filing deadlines.
• Summarize findings in written reports and review post-decision filings.
• Present at Open Meetings as required.

Skills

Economic/financial data analysis

Oral and written testimony

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CORPORATION COMMISSION

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is one of the most unique state agencies in Arizona and one of only 13 public utility commissions in the country where commissioners are elected. Established by the Arizona Constitution, the ACC is a medium‑sized agency with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. Our mission is diverse—spanning utility rate making; securities registration and enforcement; rail and pipeline safety; and corporate business filings—and we boast an average employment tenure of over 10 years. Learn how we are Powering Arizona’s Future by visitingwww.azcc.gov. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity agency and a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer.

FRA Public Utilities Analyst 1

Job Location:

Address: 1200 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $22-$28

Grade: 20

Closing Date: 11/15/2026

Job Summary:

The Utilities Division recommends thoroughly researched, sound regulatory policy and rate recommendations to the Commissioners, based on a balanced analysis of the benefits and impacts on all stakeholders and consistent with the public interest.

Job Duties:

• Learn audit procedures and apply them in performing regulatory audits on small water and wastewater companies
• Make recommendations to the Commission related to the establishment of just and reasonable rates to be used in billing customers for utility services
• Analyze financing and other applications and make recommendations to the Commission
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Summarize findings in written reports, Review Compliance filings post decision
• Meet filing deadlines, Present at Open Meetings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to analyze economic and financial data using various statistical methods, Ability to effectively and clearly present written and oral testimony in formal proceedings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (primarily Word and Excel), Strong writing skills to prepare reports, memos, orders and letters

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics or similar field is preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background/reference check and confirmation of any degrees/certifications.
A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top‑ranked retirement plan, low‑cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short‑term disability, and generous paid vacation and sick leave programs.
• Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
• Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state.
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity agency and a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer.
• Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement:

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Contact Us:

If you have any questions, please feel free to email [e-mail] for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting [e-mail]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.