Consultant

Ameren•Collinsville, IL

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About The Position

The Regulatory Analyst conducts research and studies supporting rate designs, cost of service, pricing, and tariff filings. The role also assists in developing solutions to complex issues in the electric and natural gas utility industry, including distributed generation, renewables, energy efficiency, and net metering. The posting describes qualifications for Regulatory Analyst, Regulatory Specialist, and Regulatory Consultant levels; career level and compensation depend on the applicant’s credentials.

Requirements

For the Regulatory Analyst level: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
For the Regulatory Analyst level: One or more years of experience analyzing complex data; a Master’s degree may be considered in lieu of experience.
For the Regulatory Analyst level: Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and advanced skills using spreadsheet and database software applications.
For the Regulatory Specialist level: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; significant relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
For the Regulatory Specialist level: Five or more years of relevant experience, including specific experience in a State or Federal Regulatory or legal field.
For the Regulatory Specialist level: Three or more years of supervisory or high-level team/project leadership experience.
For the Regulatory Specialist level: Proficiency with personal computer applications, including the MS Office Suite.
For the Regulatory Consultant level: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
For the Regulatory Consultant level: Seven or more years of relevant experience, including at least five years in the utility industry, and in-depth utility industry knowledge.
Be a self-starter with attention to detail and strong problem-solving, decision-making, and human relation skills.
Demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgment and develop a course of action based on logical assumptions and analysis of factual information.
Demonstrate the ability to participate effectively on cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions to complex issues.
Have excellent organizational skills and oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex subjects in terms understandable to people without extensive regulatory backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

For the Regulatory Analyst level: Master’s degree or active commitment to obtaining a Master’s degree.
For the Regulatory Analyst level: Experience involving the application of utility tariffs and policies.
For the Regulatory Analyst level: Understanding of electric and gas utility delivery systems.
For the Regulatory Analyst level: Knowledge of ratemaking principles and cost-causation.
For the Regulatory Specialist level: Specialization in an analytical discipline such as finance, accounting, or business.
For the Regulatory Consultant level: Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Provide analytical support and technical expertise to Rate and Regulatory Functions as assigned.
Support the design of electric and gas rate structures using sound economic principles.
Prepare rate impact analyses and comparisons of rate realizations among utilities.
Assist with maintaining the Company’s cost of service model and support modifications required by changes to utility infrastructure or ratemaking initiatives.
Assist in developing analytical, financial, and operational tools to help utility personnel administer the Company’s tariffs and policies.

Benefits

Medical coverage on date of hire.
100% employer-paid cash balance pension plan.
401(k) with company match, fully vested on date of hire.
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave.
Additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

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