Public Utility Analyst I-III

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Start your Career at DOS! The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans. DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government. For more information, please visit our website today! Summary Statement This is an in-office career-ladder position and applicants at all levels will be considered. As a Public Utility Analyst on the Renewable and Energy Markets team, you will review utility and renewable applications and financial statements, analyze wholesale markets and transmission issues, represent the Commission in state and regional meetings, work on public policy initiatives including renewable energy, and draft memos and reports. Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level.

Requirements

• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Public Utility Analyst I Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: One year of experience in the accounting, auditing, and/or regulation of utilities, or rate determination. OR Possession of an Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics or related field.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Public Utility Analyst II Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Two years' of experience in the accounting, auditing, and/or regulation of utilities, or rate determination. OR Possession of an Associate degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics or related field. In addition to the above requirement, applicants must meet all of the job requirements below: One year of experience in public utility regulation and rate determination. Two years' experience in compiling, analyzing and interpreting financial data to ensure effective and efficient accounting of funds or to make projections for financial planning. Two years' experience in writing reports in a structured format containing an introduction, presenting the thesis, purpose or proposal with supporting evidence, explanation, facts, and analysis or examples with a conclusion or recommendations. Six months experience in writing, presenting and defending expert testimony in litigated or settled rate or rule making proceedings.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS for Public Utility Analyst III Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Three years' experience in the accounting, auditing, and/or regulation of utilities, or rate determination. OR Possession of an Associates degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics or related field. In addition to the above requirement, applicants must meet all of the job requirements below: Three years' experience in public utility regulation and rate determination. Two years' experience in evaluating the financial condition of utility companies and making recommendations to management/officials. Two years' experience in public utility case management such as planning, developing, reviewing, and coordinating public utility cases, audits, or reviews. Two years' experience in writing, presenting and defending expert testimony in litigated or settled rate or rule making proceedings. Six months experience in analyzing and evaluating policies and making recommendations based on findings.

Responsibilities

• Examines regulated company reports, records and books; analyzes, evaluates and interprets statistical and financial information and determines compliance.
• Monitors financial and administrative activities of regulated companies, analyzes monthly and quarterly reports, ensures recovery of fuel costs is within allowable limits, identifies variances from previous submissions and determines reason for change.
• Plans, conducts and coordinates audits.
• Provides testimony at public hearings and defends position.
• Verifies mathematical accuracy of company reports and that the rate of return is within approved limits; performs statistical analysis, calculates ratios and standard costs.
• Writes memos and reports and performs assigned special projects, such as literature searches for precedents.
• Ensures that regulated companies file all required reports.
• May work on regional electric wholesale issues and provide analysis related to potential issues.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees