Regulatory Affairs Rate Analyst: Rate Design (Helena, MT Preferred. Will consider other major office locations in Montana)

Regulatory Affairs Rate Analyst - Rate Design Work Location: Helena, MT Preferred.
Will consider other major office locations in Montana Pay range: $52,700 to $118,900 per year Employment Status: Regular Full-time External candidates apply at northwesternenergy.
com Internal candidates apply through iConnect.
About this position: As a regulated utility, our relationship with our state regulators plays a key role in ensuring a financially healthy utility.
The Regulatory Affairs department is growing department within the Company.
Our role is to establish and maintain a constructive regulatory environment.
This position provides technical and policy analysis and support which will include the development of rates for the implementation of complex electric and natural gas utility regulatory matters and other energy-related issues and the development of analysis to support the Company's strategic regulatory needs before the Montana Public Service Commission (PSC).
The position will be key in supporting the Company's strategic efforts to move cost of service and rate design in house and duties will include work related to cost of service and rate design with the ability specialize in cost of service and/or rate design.
Responsibilities include researching, developing, managing, and defending in regulatory processes NorthWestern Energy's electric and natural gas filings before the PSC and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), including cost of service studies and/or pricing/rate design proposals.
This position will have an emphasis on rate design and report to the Director of Regulatory Affairs - Montana.
We offer great benefits: NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska.
We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 764,200 customers who are our neighbors in our communities.
We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including: 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7% Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath) Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available) Tuition reimbursement Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.
) Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities Paid parental leave Paid bereavement leave Paid training opportunities Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job: Responsible for a variety of tasks and duties, which may include, but are not be limited to, the following: Developing, drafting, and preparing exhibits, studies, schedules, work papers and testimony for all general rate case applications and other cost recovery proceedings filed with the Montana Public Service Commission ("PSC").
More experienced analysts in this position will be expected to provide testimony as a witness representing NorthWestern before the PSC Developing and preparing rate surcharge, adjustor and other similar filings submitted to the PSC.
More experienced analysts may be expected to project manage the development and execution of these filings before the PSC Developing, drafting, and preparing responses to data requests received in regulatory proceedings Developing, drafting, and preparing required public notices of rate and tariff changes.
Developing, preparing, and maintaining tariffs Developing, drafting and preparing letters in response to the Company's regulatory needs.
Ensuring company compliance with Montana PSC decisions and other directives Conducting economic and cost/benefit analyses for company projects and/or valuation of acquisitions, and feasibility and cost of service studies Support the development of energy utility and related industry studies.
More experienced analysts will be expected to lead the development of these studies Performing rate-related research projects and other regulatory and utility operating and management matters Support the development of studies related to customer growth, usage, and industry challenges, as well as statistical comparisons with other utilities.
More experienced analysts will be expected to lead the development of these studies More experienced analysts will be expected to provide updates regarding PSC rules, regulations, standards and practices, and the regulatory activities of other public service corporations Foster a constructive relationship with Montana Public Service Commission and Staff, Montana Consumer Counsel and other key stakeholders Travel up to 10% per year for to trainings, meetings, and conferences Performing other assignments and tasks as directed All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile: Required knowledge, skills and abilities include, but are not limited to: Strong background in finance, accounting, economics and statistics with minimum requirements including a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, engineering, economics or comparable, relevant professional degree.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel at the advanced level, as well as MS Office and PowerPoint.
Ability to perform complex work with accuracy and timeliness.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written skills.
Ability to work effectively with others and as part of a team.
Good reading skills and ability to quickly comprehend.
Must be dependable, punctual, and have good attendance.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities Requisition #4120 Posting Dates: September 5, 2023 through Open Until Filled Department/Division: Regulatory Affairs Employment Physical: Not Required Drug Test: Required Background Check: Required Relocation Benefit: Negotiable Telecommuting: Part-time Negotiable within NorthWestern Energy Service Territory We are an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at job.
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com