UTILITY ANALYST IV

The State of New Hampshire; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel is seeking a seasoned Utility Analyst IV in the Department of Energy, Regulatory Support Division to perform senior‑level analyses and provide recommendations on electric utility matters. Responsibilities include rate structures, investments, planning, energy procurement, and regulatory policy analysis.

The role requires a strong background in economics, finance, or public policy related to utilities, with opportunities for trainee status for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience or 10 years of education and experience in a related field.
• Experience should be in business, mathematics, finance, economics, utility analysis, rate regulation, engineering, accounting or public policy.
• Preferred CPA or P.E. or equivalent designation.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes utility financial schedules, operations, policies, and rate design to develop optimal utility rate structures.
• Evaluates market conditions and industry trends to assess their potential impacts on utility rates, services, and policies.
• Oversees programs mandated by statutes or Commission orders and conducts comprehensive analyses of their impacts.
• Prepares detailed testimony and exhibits as an expert witness before the Commission and legislature.
• Reviews proposed legislation and prepares Fiscal Impact Statements.
• Leads negotiations on key electric industry issues and develops reports and presentations.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

6 years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or P.E. designation

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

UTILITY ANALYST IV (Job ID: 53488)

State of New Hampshire, Department of Energy, Regulatory Support Division

21 South Fruit Street, Suite 10, Concord, NH 03301

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Energy, Regulatory Support Division has a part‑time vacancy for 13-1190 Miscellaneous Business Operations Specialists-7.

Summary

To perform senior‑level analyses and provide recommendations regarding electric utility matters, including: rate structures; utility capital investments; integrated distribution planning related to reliability and resiliency, grid modernization, and capacity; energy procurement; demand response and energy efficiency; and policies concerning the regulation of public utilities.

Your Experience Counts

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 10 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in business, mathematics, finance, economics, utility analysis, rate regulation, engineering, accounting, public policy or a related field.

License/Certification: None.

Other Requirements: None

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 9+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Possession of a professional designation such as CPA or P.E. or equivalent designation.

Knowledge of the regulated industry, applicable laws, rules, and regulations, as well as engineering, economics, and financial principles and practices in the field of public utilities. Knowledge of the accounting and engineering factors involved in rate structure determination.

Ability to investigate and analyze complex technical and public relations problems. Ability to prepare reports and/or exhibits for the development of investigations and analyses. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state and local officials, utility representatives, and the public.

After-Hire Requirements

NONE

Career Advancement Opportunities

In-Band Advancement Available: No Criteria

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No Criteria

Disclaimers

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

Analyzes utility financial schedules, operations, policies, and rate design to develop optimal utility rate structures and service offerings.

Evaluates market conditions and industry trends to assess their potential impacts on utility rates, services, and policies.

Oversees programs mandated by statutes or Commission orders, conducting comprehensive analyses of their economic and social impacts.

Prepares detailed testimony and exhibits, serving as an expert witness before the Commission and legislature on matters related to utility finance, accounting, economics, engineering, and technical issues.

Reviews proposed legislation and prepares comprehensive Fiscal Impact Statements.

Leads negotiations on key electric industry issues, advocating for the utility’s interests.

Develops and delivers reports and presentations as required by supervisors and management.

Contact

For further information please contact Elizabeth Nixon, Electric Director at [e-mail] or 603-271-3670.

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Salary

USD 34.140-46.630

Employment Type

PART-TIME

Post Date

09/14/2026

Close Date

10/14/2026

Location

US:NH:CONCORD

21 S. FRUIT ST STE 10, MERRIMACK, CONCORD, NH, 03301, US