Regulatory Research & File Analyst

POSTING DEADLINE

This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Regulatory Policy & Case Management

PREFERENCES

- Regulatory Experience

- Project Manager Experience

- Categorization, Classification, Cataloging, Tagging and Organizational experience

- SharePoint Administrator/End User Experience

- Strong Communication Skills (Oral and Written)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Regulatory Research & File Analyst

Salary Grade: G07

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$69,581 - $92,194 - $114,808

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, develops and directs document and regulatory activities related to case and compliance filings for the appropriate state (both NMPRC and FERC in New Mexico). Provides support to regulatory project case managers through the management of the Exhibit process for discovery and testimony in major cases. Performs a variety of complex, difficult, and specialized professional case management related activities in support of regulatory program areas. Provides oversight and training related to compliance with the appropriate standards (FERC Standards of Conduct in New Mexico).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for preparing and filing of regulatory compliance filings, project plans, discovery responses and case filings consistent with applicable regulatory requirements and objectives

Works with various business units to ensure that the necessary information is provided in regulatory filings

Manages the regulatory SharePoint and Collaboration sites for internal and external stakeholders involved in PNM regulatory cases; ensures that confidential exhibits and documents are appropriately managed

Provides regulatory case support to numerous departments to address regulatory related inquiries for documents associated with regulatory cases and ensures consistency between cases on both content and format

Acts as lead regulatory contact for inquiries related to documents associated with discovery and case management

Provides research on regulatory issues as directed

Researches previous regulatory cases to assist in developing strategic and tactical positions in regulatory cases

Researches cases in other jurisdictions to determine potential impact on PNM cases, as applicable

COMPETENCIES:

Strong analytical, quantitative and computer research skills and ability to manage SharePoint, Collaboration, Interchange and other sites as requested

Basic understanding of electric industry and general familiarity with NMPRC regulatory activities, as applicable

Ability to prioritize, schedule, organize, focus on, and complete work

Action-oriented, detail-oriented, goal-oriented, and budget-oriented

Ability to multi-task and effectively manage time in a dynamic environment

Ability to demonstrate sound judgment

Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints

Ability to analyze successes and failures to identify opportunities for improvement

Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to express and implement the company's vision and goals

Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills

Ability to make sound judgments and crucial decisions in short amounts of time

Ability to recognize and initiate tasks without direction

Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in a related field with three to five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Ability to read, understand and prepare regulatory case and compliance and filings

Ability to interpret legal documents, rules and regulations

Ability to demonstrate advanced interpersonal skills

Ability to respond effectively to highly sensitive inquiries or complaints

Ability to effectively communicate and provide information on controversial or complex topics to various audiences

Ability to effectively communicate with cross functional teams and to present information and results to supervisor and management

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Collects and analyzes different types of information. Ability to review technical and operational information and interpret NMPRC rules and regulations to develop compliance and other regulatory filings. Ability to review final orders to determine necessary elements in compliance filings.

DECISION MAKING:

Makes decisions on regulatory compliance and case filings with limited supervision and direction. Works directly with supervisor, management, attorneys and business units to make final decisions on regulatory matters including discovery response and exhibits related to case filings.

SCOPE AND IMPACT:

Primary case support to cases sometimes involving hundreds of thousands of dollars. Provides support on cases that may involve millions of dollars.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to sit up to 2/3 of the time and to stand, walk, and stoop up to 1/3 of the time. Good vision and ability to adjust focus is required. Manual dexterity is required. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment.

Periodic in-state travel required.

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.