Staff Attorney, Public Utilities & Administrative Law

MaineGuide; Maine, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Maine Public Utilities Commission is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal guidance to leadership and staff on public utility matters in a hybrid work setting in Maine. The role includes presiding over dockets, participating in rulemaking, and potentially representing the Commission in appellate proceedings.

The successful candidate will have strong legal writing skills and experience in administrative law, with opportunities to impact ratepayers and Maine’s energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ legal experience as a licensed attorney.
• Strong analytical and writing skills for complex regulatory issues.
• Ability to organize and analyze information to make recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Advise Commission and staff with legal research, draft decisions, and guidance.
• Preside over administrative proceedings and hearings per rules.
• Appear as counsel in appeals to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
• Draft rules and notices in accordance with statute and procedures.
• Collaborate with utility analysts to review filings and prepare staff analyses.

Skills

Legal experience

Critical thinking

Analytical reasoning

Attention to detail

Intellectual curiosity

Clear communication

Collaboration

Time management

Organizational skills

Proactive initiative

Job description

Maine Public Utilities Commission is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide legal guidance to leadership and staff on public utility matters in a hybrid work setting in Maine. The role includes presiding over dockets, participating in rulemaking, and potentially representing the Commission in appellate proceedings.

The successful candidate will have strong legal writing skills and experience in administrative law, with opportunities to impact ratepayers and Maine’s energy future.