UTILITY ANALYST IV

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire is seeking a senior-level analyst to perform analyses and provide recommendations on electric utility matters, including rate structures, capital investments, grid modernization, and energy policy. Responsibilities include preparing testimony, examining legislation, and developing reports for regulatory proceedings.

The role emphasizes complex economic and public policy analysis and collaboration with state officials and utility stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Trainee Option: candidates with an equivalent combination of 9+ years of relevant education and experience may be considered for trainee status.

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree and 6 years experience OR equivalent combination of 10 years of education and experience after high school

Education and experience must be in business, mathematics, finance, economics, utility analysis, rate regulation, engineering, accounting, public policy or related field

Job description

Salary: $34.14/hour - $46.63/hour

Position: 13-1190 Miscellaneous Business Operations Specialists-7 (part-time)

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

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

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: Yes No Criteria:
• Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes 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.

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

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964