Regulatory Staff Attorney – Utility Policy & Hearings

State of Vermont; Montpelier (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Vermont seeks a Staff Attorney for the Public Utility Commission to participate in Vermont’s regulatory process, reviewing filings, drafting rules, and helping develop policy. The role includes presiding over contested cases as a quasi-judicial officer and preparing decisions that resolve key issues.

The Attorney will advise the Commission on significant matters, manage case procedures, and work as part of a team in a full-time exempt position.

Qualifications

• Must currently be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar, or eligible to obtain admission by waiver.

Responsibilities

• Review utility filings and draft proposed rules.
• Assist in development of Commission policy on utility matters.
• Preside over contested cases as a quasi-judicial hearing officer.
• Conduct hearings impartially and prepare decisions.
• Assist the Commission in evaluating proposed decisions.
• Advise the Commission in direct hearings; manage case procedures.

Skills

Regulatory law

Legal research

Policy development

Education

Vermont Bar admission or eligibility by waiver

Job description

State of Vermont seeks a Staff Attorney for the Public Utility Commission to participate in Vermont’s regulatory process, reviewing filings, drafting rules, and helping develop policy. The role includes presiding over contested cases as a quasi-judicial officer and preparing decisions that resolve key issues.

The Attorney will advise the Commission on significant matters, manage case procedures, and work as part of a team in a full-time exempt position.