Regulatory Counsel II — Energy & Utilities (Hybrid)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) seeks Counsel II to join the Legal Division and guide regulatory proceedings across electric, gas, and water sectors. Attorneys act as hearing officers and advise on energy policy and rate-setting.

The role emphasizes administrative law, collaboration with engineers and economists, and preparation of legal research, recommendations, and draft orders for Commission consideration. Hybrid work options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative law and public utility regulation.
• Strong writing and argumentation skills for legal memoranda.
• Ability to work on complex regulatory matters with multiple parties.

Responsibilities

• Serve as case manager on Department proceedings; establish procedural schedules and hearings.
• Prepare and present recommendations and draft orders to the Commission.
• Conduct legal research on agency jurisdiction, procedures, and standards; advise on applicable law.

Skills

Administrative law

Public utility law

Energy policy

Environmental law

Team leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to Massachusetts Bar

Job description

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) seeks Counsel II to join the Legal Division and guide regulatory proceedings across electric, gas, and water sectors. Attorneys act as hearing officers and advise on energy policy and rate-setting.

The role emphasizes administrative law, collaboration with engineers and economists, and preparation of legal research, recommendations, and draft orders for Commission consideration. Hybrid work options are available.