Regulatory Project Manager II

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Regulatory Policy & Case Management

JOB DESCRIPTION

Regulatory Project Manager II

Salary Grade: G05

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$90,316 - $121,926 - $153,536

SUMMARY:

Recommends and implements strategy and manages regulatory activities and communications related to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and other state and federal regulatory agencies to meet the Company¿s business and regulatory objectives. Manages Company processes relating to regulatory matters that immediately affect the Company's business success and earnings, including applications, on-going case filings, rulemaking and inquiry proceedings, testimony and discovery, hearings, compliance reporting and training, workshops, and public proceedings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages cross functional teams preparing state or federal regulatory filings; ensures compliance with applicable regulations and laws and for accuracy and consistency with the Company¿s business and regulatory objectives.

Represents Company in regulatory proceedings, including, but not limited to rulemakings, workshops, negotiations, and public presentations.

Interprets and applies state statutes, Commission orders, rules, and NMPRC-approved Company rules, regulations, and tariffs. Provide training of same to company personnel as necessary.

Responds to inquiries from Company personnel, government and regulators, and the public about tariffs and operating rules and state or federal regulations relating to the provision of regulated services.

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to read, understand and prepare legal documents and filings that involve technical information including accounting, ratemaking, engineering, and financial analysis

Knowledgeable regarding applicable State and Federal regulatory environment and regulations and the Company¿s approved tariffs and operational rules

Strong writing and organizational skills and self-directed

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with five to seven years related experience including two years management experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

Masters degree preferred.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Periodic in-state travel to attend regulatory proceedings, meetings or other activities related to PNM's regulatory strategies is required.

Occasional out-of-state travel may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement:

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.