Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4; Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or 4

The State of Minnesota is hiring for the position of Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or 4 in St. Paul, MN. This full-time role involves conducting analyses and providing technical support on energy policies, rate design, and utility matters. The position allows for significant telework within a hybrid work environment. Candidates with relevant experience in energy policy, economic analysis, and utility rate design are encouraged to apply.
Working Title: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4
• Job Class: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or 4
• Agency: Commerce Department

+ Job ID : 85099

+ Location : St. Paul

+ Telework Eligible : Yes

+ Full/Part Time : Full-Time

+ Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

+ Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ Date Posted : 03/22/2025

+ Closing Date : 04/07/2025

+ Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE

+ Division/Unit : Energy Resources / Energy Regulation & Planning

+ Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

+ Days of Work : Monday - Friday

+ Travel Required : No

+ Salary Range:

+ PURA 3: $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,166 / annually

+ PURA 4: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

+ Classified Status : Classified

+ Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
• *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.
• *Hybrid work environment with potential for significant telework. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.

This position is being posted at two (2) job class levels: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 (PURA 3) and Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4 (PURA 4). Final job class will be determined based on successful applicant's qualifications.
• *At the PURA 3 Level:**

To conduct analyses and provide technical support for positions of the Minnesota Department of Commerce on rate design, rate of return, cost recovery methods/policies, energy conservation, resource planning, distribution planning and modeling, transportation electrification planning, service policies, forecasting, renewable energy, regional/federal activities, and other issues in gas and electric utility matters under the direction of a lead worker, project manager, or management.
• *At the PURA 4 Level:**

To act as a situational lead worker, as assigned, and provide technical support for positions of the Minnesota Department of Commerce on rate design, rate of return, cost recovery methods/policies, energy conservation, resource planning, service policies, economic and energy forecasting and modeling, renewable energy, regional/federal activities, and other issues in routine to complex gas and electric utility matters.
• *Minimum Qualifications
• At the PURA 3 Level:

Three (3) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in:

+ Energy Policy;

+ Public Policy;

+ Environmental Policy;

+ Economic Analysis;

+ Statistical Analysis;

+ Modeling and Forecasting Complex Systems;

+ Utility Rate Design/Analysis;

+ Energy Regulation;

+ Carbon Modeling;

+ Carbon Capture;

+ Carbon Markets; or

+ Environmental Attributes.

A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.
• *At the PURA 4 Level:**

Four (4) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in:

+ Energy Policy;

+ Public Policy;

+ Environmental Policy;

+ Economic Analysis;

+ Statistical Analysis;

+ Modeling and Forecasting Complex Systems;

+ Utility Rate Design/Analysis;

+ Energy Regulation;

+ Carbon Modeling;

+ Carbon Capture;

+ Carbon Markets; or

+ Environmental Attributes.

A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirement will be further evaluated based on the following:

+ Experience writing formal reports for a range of audiences and stakeholders.

+ Ability to analyze a wide range of data and clearly communicate results and impacts.

+ Ability to effectively communicate.

+ Experience writing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• *Preferred Qualifications

+ Two (2) years' experience reviewing and analyzing complex data including sales forecasting, resource and distributed generation planning; review and analysis of public policy proposals; stakeholder engagement; project management, excellent writing skills; preparing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies; experience in the regulated natural gas, electric utility, nuclear, or renewable energy industries.

+ Project Management Certificate or experience.
• 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, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.