Senior Economic Analyst 2026-01438

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a Senior Economic Analyst responsible for conducting advanced, independent economic, financial, and statistical analysis to evaluate routine and non-routine utility applications. Operating at an expert level, the analyst develops complex econometric, forecasting, and cost models to interpret technical data and formulate actionable regulatory recommendations for the Commissioners in both routine matters and highly contested utility cases. This position is responsible for making formal recommendations based on independent analysis, investigation, and research regarding all aspects of utility rate-setting. May provide expertly written and oral testimony in utility cases. As a vital technical advisor to the Commission, this role monitors and evaluates utility participation in wholesale energy markets and organized electric grids, analyzing complex market rules, transmission planning policies, and system reliability to protect state ratepayer interests. The position requires a high degree of independent judgment and initiative to navigate conflicting policy considerations among competing economic interests. Modeling includes complex economic, accounting, and statistical forecasting, optimization, and cost modeling. Additionally, the analyst serves as a subject-matter expert on national and regional regulatory committees, prepares comprehensive technical memoranda, and may provide expert written and oral testimony in formal proceedings. This role requires both in-state and out-of-state travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Economic Analyst OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Economic Analyst
Knowledge of utility regulation and the operational mechanics of the natural gas, pipeline, electric, water, and telecommunications industries.
Skilled in financial, statistical, accounting, and economic analysis.
Knowledge of utility regulatory practices, technical ratemaking mechanisms, procedures, and relevant Wyoming and federal statutes and regulations.
Knowledge of FERC regulations, open-access transmission tariffs (OATT), and the operational and financial mechanics of organized wholesale electricity markets.
Familiarity with North American RTO/ISO structures (such as SPP, MISO, PJM, or CAISO), including their processes for day-ahead/real-time energy markets and transmission expansion planning.
Advanced skill in general business, accounting, management principles, and financial and economic analysis.
Strong knowledge of mathematical, scientific, statistical theory, and utility regulatory econometric modeling.
Proficiency in utilizing statistical, economic, or accounting data to analyze complex energy market trends, congestion pricing, or utility asset dispatch strategies.
Advanced skill in both written and oral communication, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Ability to quickly assimilate new concepts and information related to changing utility regulation and ratemaking environments.
Ability to independently plan work, take initiative, prioritize complex assignments, and consistently meet strict regulatory deadlines.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment to develop creative, innovative solutions and make sound recommendations based on informed judgment.

Nice To Haves

May provide expertly written and oral testimony in utility cases.
May provide expert written and oral testimony in formal proceedings.

Responsibilities

Conducts and interprets original economic, demographic, statistical, and revenue-related research to analyze regulated utility conditions, market trends, and financial data.
Develops complex economic, accounting, and statistical forecasting, optimization, and cost models to derive technical recommendations for the Commissioners regarding utility infrastructure, investments, and cost of service.
Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates utility participation in wholesale energy markets and organized power grids, including the impacts of regional transmission planning, capacity markets, and market rules on state ratepayers.
Composes complex technical reports, articles, memorandums, surveys, and training materials detailing factual findings and potential solutions for issue resolution.
Provides independent analysis of regulatory issues and interprets data to develop recommendations regarding accounting, finance, economics, cost structures, and the derivation of rate designs in routine applications and complex contested cases.
Conducts and reports on audits of accounting systems, program management, and operational methods of regulated entities to determine the accuracy and integrity of financial statements.
Interprets and investigates compliance issues regarding agency rules, state statutes, and federal rules, regulations, and statutes.
Analyzes the testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses and assists in the preparation of cross-examination for administrative hearings and regulatory proceedings.
Prepares technical memorandums and presents factual findings and expert recommendations directly to the Commission at open meetings and case deliberations.
Evaluates and interprets complex results through the delivery of expertly prepared written reports, formal presentations, and oral testimony in regulatory proceedings.
Navigates complex policy considerations among varied and often conflicting positions and competing economic interests.
Participates in special studies or research workgroups within the agency and serves as a subject matter expert on various national and regional regulatory committees.
Consults with internal and external stakeholders regarding the access, methodology, and use of financial, economic, and regulatory information.