Otter Tail Power Company

Regulatory Analyst

Fergus Falls, MN

full time

$69,170-$86,510

Hybrid

Utilities

About This Job

Job Title: Regulatory Analyst Location: Fergus Falls, MN (Hybrid work options available) Company: Otter Tail Power Company

About the Role

Are you someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving complex problems, and making sense of financial data? We’re looking for a Regulatory Analyst to join our team and help us make sure our utility rates are fair, accurate, and well-supported.

In this role, you’ll work behind the scenes to analyze costs, support rate filings, and help us meet state regulatory requirements. You’ll collaborate with teams across the company and play a key part in shaping how we serve our customers and communities.

What You’ll Do

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Build and maintain financial models that help determine how much it costs to provide electricity in different areas.

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Analyze data to figure out how much money the company needs to operate and invest in the future.

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Use specialized software to create reports and forecasts that support our rate filings.

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Help prepare documents and presentations for state regulators, including written and spoken testimony.

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Keep an eye on what other utilities and state commissions are doing that might affect our business.

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Work with legal and finance teams to prepare official filings and respond to questions from regulators.

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Conduct studies that help us understand how money flows through the business and how to fairly allocate costs.

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Support projects related to transmission rates and regional energy planning.

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Respond to requests for financial and regulatory information from other departments or outside agencies.

What We’re Looking For

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A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field—or equivalent experience.

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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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Understanding of how utility companies manage money and plan for the future is preferred.

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Familiarity with accounting rules and how they apply to both regulated and non-regulated businesses.

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Great communication skills—both written and verbal.

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Ability to work well with others and manage multiple projects at once.

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Experience with regulatory processes or utility rate cases is a plus, but not required.

Offering

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals we offer:

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Competitive wage & benefit package.

+ The expected base compensation for this role is $69,170 - $86,510 annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. + Incentive plans + Employee Stock Ownership options + Retirement Savings Fund with employer match + Health, disability and life insurance plan options

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Training – our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement! This includes safety – one of our values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.

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Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!

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Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they’re working.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

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You’ll be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team that values your input.

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You’ll work on meaningful projects that impact real communities.

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You’ll have opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.

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We offer flexible work options and a strong benefits package.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited about using your financial and analytical skills to make a difference in the energy industry, we’d love to hear from you! If this sounds like a great fit for you, apply today. To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. We’ll accept applications through August 11, 2025.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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