Rates & Regulatory Analyst I

RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Help analyze and interpret cost records to compute the costs of product or services (electric, gas, water, etc.).


* Establish pricing to recover costs and earn a reasonable return.


* Develop data necessary to submit, support and complete rate applications and reports before regulatory authorities.


* Assist with detailed evaluations of projects considering various aspects such as statistical data, strategic goals of the company, competition, and the political/social climate.


* Ensure that regulated tariffs meet the specifications of the regulatory environment (PSCW, MPUC, FCC, FERC, etc.).


* Assist with forecasting and scheduling utility nominations for the electric and gas distribution systems and customers.


* Assist with the administration of firm and interruptible contracts and agreements to ensure the successful transfer of supply across relevant distribution systems.


* Help ensure compliance with all laws and regulations within the electric, gas, and water utilities.


* Help research current compliance issues and helps ensure appropriate policies and procedures are in place and being followed.


* Work directly with accounting, finance, customer service and operations to ensure all regulatory requirements are met.


* Help develop and implement effective regulatory compliance processes and procedures with both internal and external stakeholders while maintaining working relationships.


* Contribute regulatory compliance expertise toward Company initiatives.


* Ensure adequate internal review of regulatory filings.


* Track and monitor regulation and policy to determine the impact to the Company and to identify priority compliance issues.


* Establish and maintain effective working relationships throughout the corporation and with associated external parties.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:


* Bachelor's Degree required.
+ Degree in business administration, economics, mathematics, political science or accounting preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:


* No experience required
+ One year utility sector experience preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:


* This position will report regularly in person to Superior, WI.


* Requires excellent oral & written communication skills to build & maintain positive working relationships.


* This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or statu...