PUC Assistant Counsel 1

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 69,086 - 104,959; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Public Utility Commission seeks an Assistant Counsel 1 in the Law Bureau to gain experience in state and federal administrative, regulatory, and appellate practice across electric, natural gas, motor carrier, railroad, telecom, and water utilities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, rigorous legal analysis, and collaborative teamwork. Telework may be available, with in-person HQ work at 400 North Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• Continued employment is conditional upon the obtaining of such certificate of admission.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Commission in state and federal appellate courts and before federal agencies including the FCC and FERC as well as IRRC and OOR.
• Provide advice to bureau directors and employees on legal, procedural, ethical, and policy matters.
• Prepare draft orders and proposed regulations for Commissioners, the Chief Counsel, client bureaus, other agencies, and the public.
• Prepare memoranda, reports, legal opinions, and other written materials for internal and public use.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Careful legal analysis

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Salary

$69,086.00 - $104,959.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2026-53047

Department

Public Utility Commission

Division

PU Law Bur

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

G6001

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

PA PUC Bar Association

Bargaining Unit

Z4

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00177000

Bureau / Division

Law Bureau

Worksite Address

400 North Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Illy Tobin

Contact Phone

717.787.8714

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The Public Utility Commission (PUC) has openings for PUC Assistant Counsel 1 in the Law Bureau and seeks motivated attorneys eager to learn state and federal administrative, regulatory, and appellate practice in the diverse field of utility law involving electric, natural gas, motor carrier, railroad, telecom, pipeline, water and wastewater utilities. The PUC Law Bureau offers a team practice environment, part-time telework, educational opportunities, opportunities for advancement, and excellent pay and benefit packages. If you are a highly motivated attorney who is eager to learn a practice area with statewide and national implications and who values integrity, teamwork, and trust,

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the Public Utility Commission by providing legal guidance and representing the agency in important matters. The role requires strong communication skills and careful legal analysis to support decisions and policies. As a PUC Assistant Counsel 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Legal Representation: Represent the Commission in state and federal appellate courts and before federal agencies including the FCC and FERC as well as Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) and the Office of Open Records (OOR)
• Policy Guidance: Provide advice to bureau directors and employees on legal, procedural, ethical, and policy matters
• Regulatory Work: Prepare draft orders and proposed regulations for Commissioners, the Chief Counsel, client bureaus, other agencies,and the general public
• Document Preparation: Prepare memoranda, reports, legal opinions, and other written materials for internal and public use

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
  • To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements:
    • Within a reasonable travel distance of headquarters; and
    • Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at [e-mail] or 717.787.8714.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an approved school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or preparatory steps to become a member thereof.
• Continued employment is conditional upon the obtaining of such certificate of admission.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.