Analyst III, Rates and Regulatory Affairs

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.

Purpose

This position is responsible to support the Manager, Regulatory Affairs for studies, projects, research and analysis for specific regulatory affairs issues for Liberty Utilities (CalPeco Electric) LLC. Lead the preparation and implementation of regulatory filings related to wildfire mitigation efforts required at the state level. Has primary responsibility for specific studies and projects related to wildfire mitigation and safety, risk-based decision-making, and emergency management and defending same with local regulatory commissions/authorities and other key stakeholders while ensuring that the policies and procedures of the organization comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Provide other regulatory leadership and advice as needed.

Accountabilities

- Support the preparation of the company's regulatory applications and filings, including the annual Wildfire Mitigation Plan.

- Lead reporting efforts related to Public Safety Power Shutoff ("PSPS") events and compliance requirements.

- Extract, compile, and validate data used to support wildfire mitigation reporting, audits and inspections.

- Establish and maintain good relationship with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.

- Liaison with regulatory authorities, commission staff, and stakeholders and participate in industry forums to influence regulatory policies.

- Ensure alignment of regulatory strategies to all key local functional areas to ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize shareholder value.

- Prepare reporting and analysis to support a risk-based decision-making framework and inform company decision-making on wildfire mitigation related issues.

- Work with internal cross-functional teams to meet regulatory requirements and respond to regulatory and stakeholder discovery.

- Develop tactics to maximize rate recovery of prudently incurred capital and operating expenses.

- Participate in industry associations and develop leadership positions for Liberty.

- Prepare analysis and provide advice to company management on emerging regulations and developments in industry related to wildfire mitigation issues.

- Review and interpret new pending local laws and regulations, which potentially affect the organization's business practices, and coordinate the development or revision of policies, procedures, contracts, and agreements to ensure compliance.

- Monitor up-to-date information regarding federal, state and applicable laws and regulations as they relate to filing requirements for regulated utilities. Updates key management on regulatory changes, developments and implications of new requirements on functional areas, particularly related to wildfire mitigation.

- Develop, implement and oversee a framework to ensure the utility is meeting its compliance requirements in an accurate and timely manner.

- Mentor and provide advice and guidance to other analysts within the organization

Education and Experience

- High Scholl diploma or equivalent required

- Completion of relevant university/college degree/education

- 5-10 years of experience

- Knowledge of local state commission regulations and filing requirements

- Demonstrated working relationship with local commission and staff and relevant stakeholders

- Regulatory experience required

- Valid Operator’s Driver’s License and proof of current insurance

- Availability to travel if needed by the company

Compensation Data

Full base salary range $86,000.00- $129,000.00 per year

Liberty considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, training and skills, and geographic location.* Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally. For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life. Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction. With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global, Act Local” business model. What We Offer

Company funded Pension program

401k with Company match

Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

Share purchase/match plan

Defined Contribution savings plan

Top Talent Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.