Regulatory Rate Analyst/Specialist/Consultant

About Ameren Missouri

Ameren Missouri has been providing electric and gas service for more than 100 years, and our electric rates are among the lowest in the nation. Ameren Missouri's mission is to power the quality of life for our 1.2 million electric and 132,000 natural gas customers in central and eastern Missouri. Our service area covers 64 counties and more than 500 communities including the greater St. Louis area.

- Medical coverage on date of hire

- 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan

- 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire

- Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays

- Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

The Regulatory Analyst is responsible for conducting research and studies in support of rate designs, cost of service, pricing and tariff filings. This position will also assist in the development of solutions to complex issues facing the electric and natural gas utility industry (Distributed Generation, Renewables, Energy Efficiency, Net Metering, etc.).

- Analyze and provide technical expertise to the Rate and Regulatory Functions.

- Design traditional and innovative electric and gas rate structures aligned with Ameren’s business strategy utilizing sound economic principles.

- Prepare rate impact analyses, and comparisons of rate realizations among utilities.

- In performing responsibilities, utilize extensive and detailed highly confidential data related to the Company's financial and operational costing structures across multiple functions and business lines.

- Maintain the Company’s cost of service model and modify it to align with changes to the utility infrastructure or ratemaking initiatives.

- Develop analytical, financial, and operational tools to aid utility personnel in administering the Company’s tariffs and policies.

Qualifications - Regulatory Analyst

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field from an accredited college or university required. Master’s Degree or active commitment to obtaining a Master’s Degree preferred. One or more years experience in analyzing complex data required. Master’s Degree may be considered in lieu of experience. Experience involving the application of utility tariffs and policies preferred. An understanding of electric and gas utility delivery systems preferred. Knowledge of ratemaking principles and cost-causation preferred. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required. Advanced skills using spreadsheet and database software applications required.

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Business, or related field from an accredited college or university required. Master’s Degree preferred. Five years of experience in analyzing complex data required. Experience involving the application of utility tariffs and policies preferred. An understanding of electric and gas utility delivery systems preferred. Experience with ratemaking and cost-causation preferred.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Business, Management, Governmental Affairs or Related Field required. Master’s of Business Administration preferred. Seven or more years of utility or business project management related experience with at least two years of experience in tariff/policy analysis, application, or design, customer service, or product and service development required. In-depth utility industry knowledge required. Demonstrated ability to consistently exercise good judgment and develop a course of action based on logical assumptions and analysis of factual information. Demonstrated ability to effectively lead cross functional teams to create innovative solutions to complex issues. Proficiency with personal computer application required. Excellent organizational skills required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Must be a self-starter with attention to detail and possess strong problem-solving, decision-making, and human relation skills. Demonstrated ability to consistently exercise good judgment and develop a course of action based on logical assumptions and analysis of factual information. Demonstrated ability to effectively participate on cross functional teams to create innovative solutions to complex issues. Excellent organizational skills required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential, as exhibited by the ability to express complex subjects orally and in writing in terms understandable to those without extensive backgrounds in the regulatory arena.

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

$69,300.00 - $168,000.00

- This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant’s credentials.

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.