Regulatory Analyst II/III/IV

MDU Resources•Bismarck, ND

About The Position

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Compile data and complete analysis for all aspects of natural gas pipeline, utility, gas, and electric regulatory functions, in accordance with federal and state regulations. Prepare and present information with minimal direction for internal decision making and filings with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and State Regulatory Commissions (collectively, Commissions). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Level II: ($63,860 - $79,830) Must possess a working knowledge of business principles and theory at a level normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field. Two years' experience as a Regulatory Analyst I or equivalent experience in rates and regulations of public utility or natural gas pipeline industry or related field. Level III: ($73,460 - $91,830) Must possess a working knowledge of business principles and theory at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field; and Four years' regulatory or related experience. Level IV: ($97,110 - $121,390) Must possess a working knowledge of business principles and theory at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field; and Six years' experience in accounting, finance/business, or engineering with at least five years' regulatory related. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.

Requirements

Must possess a working knowledge of business principles and theory at a level normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, business, engineering, or related field.
Level II: Two years' experience as a Regulatory Analyst I or equivalent experience in rates and regulations of public utility or natural gas pipeline industry or related field.
Level III: Four years' regulatory or related experience.
Level IV: Six years' experience in accounting, finance/business, or engineering with at least five years' regulatory related.
Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, economics, finance, engineering or related field.
Prior analyst or accountant experience.
Experience with energy economics, conservation and energy efficiency methods/programs, and economic regulation of public natural gas utilities.

Responsibilities

Leads the preparation of rate case components which may include revenue requirement, weather normalization, cost of service data and marginal and embedded class cost of service studies, and rate design for internal use and for filing with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and various state regulatory commissions (collectively, Commissions).
Analyzes and interprets company financial and statistical data used in all studies.
Leads the preparation of reports and analysis related to rate and conservation cases, earnings tests, company budgets and Integrated Resource Planning requirements as assigned.
Develops, analyzes and researches rate policies, including new innovative scenarios.
Develop rate strategies and the design that will optimize company profitability.
Prepares and presents expert testimony before the state regulatory commissions, the FERC and legislative bodies.
Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.