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Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
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About the State Energy Office (SEO), Division of Energy Resources (DER)
We advocate on behalf of the public interest in regulated-utility matters; conduct environmental review of proposed energy facilities; oversee utility energy conservation programs; and administer the federal Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
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Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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- Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Working Title: Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator
- Job Class: Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Department / Commerce-MAPE
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- Division/Unit: Energy Resources / Energy Regulation & Planning
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes
Job Summary
**Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.
This position will provide coordination and technical lead work to other staff, as well as advise the supervisor and manager about highly complex and technical issues and policies in energy. The position will ensure the agency's testimony and participation in cases before the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, Midcontinent Independent System Operator, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission are coordinated so analyses are thorough, complete, consistent, and reflect knowledge of emerging issues.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in energy policy or energy regulation.
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.
An Advanced degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following:
- Experience training and coaching peers.
- Experience preparing recommendations to decision making bodies (Boards, Commissions, Councils, etc.)
- Project Management experience.
- Skills in technical writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Participation with contested case hearings and preparation of related testimony.
- Experience with the regulated gas and electric industries.
- Advanced degree, such as, Masters, Juris Doctorate, or PhD.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Additional Requirements
Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.
- Job ID: 85336
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of the State's job posting page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Anna Rollinger at [email protected] or 651-539-1860.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Anna Rollinger at [email protected].
