Utility Analyst

Overview This full-time position with the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) involves researching, analyzing, and presenting findings on electric, natural gas, telecommunications, and siting dockets filed with the Commission. Siting dockets may include energy conversion facilities, wind and solar projects, AC/DC converter facilities, transmission lines, and certain pipelines transporting coal, gas, liquid hydrocarbon products, carbon dioxide, or hydrogen. Key Responsibilities Analyze regulatory filings such as rate cases, tariff submissions, siting applications, complaints, and energy or telecommunications proposals along with supporting reports and data. Conduct research, issue discovery requests, and prepare written memoranda, briefings, and recommendations. Evaluate utility cost, rate, and service issues and assist in the development of staff positions. Participate in dockets, Commission meetings, contested case proceedings, and stakeholder discussions. Communicate effectively with internal staff, industry representatives, and the public. Support special projects and regulatory reviews as assigned. Participate in technical working groups and public meetings as assigned. Qualifications The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A bachelor’s degree in economics, mathematics, accounting, finance, business administration, public policy, engineering, or a related field. Experience or understanding of utility regulation, energy policy, or economic analysis is preferred. Skills and Abilities Strong writing and communication abilities. Effective interpersonal skills for working with diverse stakeholders and handling confidential information. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret data requests, discovery materials, orders, rules, and statutes. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple dockets with overlapping deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and willingness to learn additional tools. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds for meetings and events. Ability to travel in and out of state as required; valid driver9s license required. Ability to complete other duties as assigned. Additional Requirements To be considered, please attach a cover letter, resume and three professional references. Other Details This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire. The State of South Dakota offers health insurance options, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS. Must apply online: You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted. South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io An Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr