The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is an independent regulatory agency dedicated to serving the public interest. The agency is responsible for the regulation of Wisconsin public utilities, including those that are municipally-owned. The Public Service Engineer classification is assigned to Pay Schedule/Pay Range 14-46. A six-month probationary period will be required. Starting salary will be between $46,781 and $55,194 annually, depending upon qualifications, plus excellent benefits. This position is located in Madison.

Job Duties: Perform engineering functions of a professional nature in the regulation of electric public utilities. The primary responsibilities involve the review and analysis of electric transmission system plans including the performance of transmission system simulation modeling. Areas of responsibilities include investigations into compliance with the Wisconsin State Electric Code and electric service rules for the State's electric utilities, the review and critique of utility construction projects which consist of engineering and economic analyses,coordination with other Commission staff and other agencies, liaison and interaction with utility officials, preparation of reports and other documents, and assisting in the preparation of testimony and development of recommendations to the Commission.

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is seeking qualified technical consultants with economic analysis expertise for a five-year contract (not to exceed $1 million) to assist CPUC staff in designing, evaluating, developing, implementing, and refining a cost containment methodology for its 33 percent Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS)Program. A designated CPUC staff member from Energy Division will manage the Scope of Work and act as the CPUC Project Manager.

View the Request for Proposal at:
https://www.bidsync.com/DPX/ca/cdgs?ac=view&auc=1905093. 

For more information on the 33 percent renewable energy goal, please visit www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/Renewables/hot/33implementation.htm.

The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking one (1) full-time Senior Commission Advisor to provide advice and analytical support to the Commission in fulfilling its statutory responsibilities. Excellent written and verbal analytical and communications skills are required to perform the duties of this position, which include

• providing advice and support to the Commission on matters pending before it and on matters before other federal or State regulatory agencies;
• reviewing, evaluating, and providing analysis of applications, transactional documents, testimony and pleadings submitted to the Commission;
• preparing draft Commission orders;
• providing oral and written briefings on matters of interest to the Commission;
• interaction with industry, senior federal and state government officials, and the General Assembly; and
• supervision of other Advisors to the Commission.

This position is a “political special appointment” and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority (“Commission”),

Education Requirement: A degree in economics, engineering, accounting, finance, law, or business.

Knowledge of the electricity, gas or telecommunications industries, general corporate experience, knowledge of corporate finance or accounting, ability to read and understand SEC filings, a practical understanding of the electricity, gas, renewable energy or telecommunications markets, and/or an understanding of the manner in which PJM (or an RTO similar to PJM) functions are desired. Experience with a public service commission or federal regulatory commission, consulting organization or regulated enterprise performing utility, energy or telecommunications policy, mergers and acquisitions, economic or econometrically-based analysis is a plus.

A valid authorization to work in the U.S. and a valid Maryland driver’s license are required.

TO APPLY: Submit a resume, writing sample, and cover letter to Personnel Division, Maryland Public Service Commission, William Donald Schaefer Tower, 6 St. Paul Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 by February 10, 2012.

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The Maryland Public Service Commission is seeking one (1) full-time Commission Advisor to provide advice and analytical support to the Commission in fulfilling its statutory responsibilities.  Excellent written and verbal analytical and communications skills are required to perform the duties of this position, which include

• providing advice and support to the Commission on matters pending before it and on matters before other federal or State regulatory agencies;
• reviewing, evaluating, and providing analysis of applications, transactional documents, testimony and pleadings submitted to the Commission;
• preparing draft Commission orders; and
• synthesizing option-driven analysis and providing written and oral briefings on matters of interest to the Commission.

This position is a “political special appointment” and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority (“Commission”).

Education Requirement:  A degree in economics, engineering, accounting, finance, law, or business.

Knowledge of the electricity, gas or telecommunications industries, general corporate experience, knowledge of corporate finance or accounting, ability to read and understand SEC filings, a practical understanding of the electricity, gas, renewable energy or telecommunications markets, and/or an understanding of the manner in which PJM (or an RTO similar to PJM) functions are desired. Experience with a public service commission or federal regulatory commission, consulting organization or regulated enterprise performing utility, energy or telecommunications policy, mergers and acquisitions, economic or econometrically based analysis is a plus.

A valid authorization to work in the U.S. and a valid Maryland driver’s license are required.

TO APPLY: Submit a resume, writing sample, and cover letter to Personnel Division, Maryland Public Service Commission, William Donald Schaefer Tower, 6 St. Paul Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 by February 29, 2012.

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The City Council is seeking a qualified individual with legal and utility regulatory experience to manage and administer the operations and affairs of the Council’s Utility Regulatory Office, build the necessary staff, and recommend ways to increase the office’s capacity for cost savings and advancement of progressive policies. The complete job description is available on the Council’s website, www.nolacitycouncil.com or may be obtained from the Office of the Chief of Staff, Room 1E06, City Hall, 1300 Perdido Street, New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 658-1082, e-mail efpugh@nola.gov.