Regulatory Staff Attorney – Utilities Policy & Hearings

State of Vermont; Montpelier, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Vermont is seeking a Staff Attorney at the Public Utility Commission to participate in Vermont’s regulatory process and influence major policy decisions with statewide impact.

Key duties include reviewing filings, drafting rules, and assisting in policy development. The position requires Vermont bar admission or eligibility by waiver and offers opportunities to preside over contested cases and draft orders.

Qualifications

• Active Vermont bar membership or eligibility by waiver.
• Experience with regulatory matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review utility-related filings and draft proposed rules.
• Assist in developing Commission policy on utility-related matters.
• Preside over contested cases as a quasi-judicial hearing officer, identifying significant issues.
• Conduct thorough hearings in a fair, professional, judicious manner.
• Prepare comprehensive proposed decisions that resolve all critical issues.
• Assist the Commission in evaluating the proposed decisions.

Skills

Legal research

Policy drafting

Oral advocacy

Education

Vermont Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

The State of Vermont is seeking a Staff Attorney at the Public Utility Commission to participate in Vermont’s regulatory process and influence major policy decisions with statewide impact.

Key duties include reviewing filings, drafting rules, and assisting in policy development. The position requires Vermont bar admission or eligibility by waiver and offers opportunities to preside over contested cases and draft orders.