Job Posting End Date

09-09-2024

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Job Summary

The Regulatory Consultant works in a team environment to support regulatory activities associated with deadline driven state-regulated utility filings with public utility commissions. These regulatory activities primarily consist of working directly with an assigned witness to execute regulatory strategy, perform analyses, draft testimony, draft rebuttal testimony, coordinate discovery requests, and support the witness in preparation for hearings. In addition, the position supports the coordination, preparation and submittal of annual compliance filings as required by state codes or commission orders.

The position requires a highly motivated self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills, problem solving and research skills, data analysis, understanding of Request for Proposals (RFPs) and contracts, and a desire to learn and grow knowledge of electric utility regulation in an exciting and dynamic industry with a focus in the areas of Generation (Fossil, Hydro, Renewables, etc.), Environmental (Technologies, Regulations, etc.), and New Generation (Renewables, Nuclear, Battery Storage, etc.). The position works closely with experienced personnel to develop analytical skills and understanding of electric utility regulatory matters.

The Regulatory organization is a highly visible and unique area of the utilities business that will expose the candidate to an incredibly diverse set of challenges and allow the candidate to build their professional network across the breadth of AEP. The candidate will apply knowledge of regulatory matters for the applicable regulatory function performed and influence the direction of thinking as a recognized authority. This role will also allow the candidate to be a part of the change that helps AEP better serve its customers.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develops direct and rebuttal testimony for generation, grid solutions, environmental, and potentially distribution witnesses with minimal supervision.

• Research similar filings in prior cases/filings.

• Work with assigned subject matter witness(s) to develop and assemble written testimony (as the point person) to be filed with the applicable public utility commission.

• Influence the strategy of the organizational unit through the testimony development.

• Assemble, evaluate, and incorporate project costs and financial data (such as O&M and capital project costs and details) into the testimony.

• Assemble, evaluate, and incorporate NERC Generating Availability Data System (GADS) data and other applications’ data into testimony.

Responds to discovery requests and Commission audits.

• Spearheads the discovery response process by evaluating questions/audit requests.

• Assembles responses based on applicable data.

• Coordinates internal review and incorporates comments in the final work product.

• Enters the final responses in the system of record for filing by the requested deadline.

Conducts witness preparation in contemplation of public hearing.

• Rebuttal testimony as applicable based on Commission staff and intervenor testimonies.

• Prepare witness materials in preparation for hearings.

• Case review and public hearing training/preparation.

• Review of applicable documentation.

Coordinate, Review, and/or Prepare Annual Compliance Filings

• Understand the requirements for the filing.

• Collaborate with operating company subject matter experts to collect the necessary information and meet the commission’s required filing timelines.

Other tasks as assigned, including:

• Leading minor filings.

• Issues research and presentation.

• Special projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Regulatory Consultant:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND 2 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND 6 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience OR High School diploma or GED AND 8 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience.

Regulatory Consultant Senior:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND 4 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND 8 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience OR High School diploma or GED AND 10 years relevant field, operations or analytical experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency with spreadsheets is required.

• Proficient oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate strategy and provide guidance to management and witnesses on case, are required.

• Must possess analytical problem-solving skills.

• Required to work mandatory ”on-call” requirements over weekends, holidays, vacations, etc. as necessary to meet regulatory requirements, including filing dates required by the Company or as imposed by an applicable regulatory Commission.

• Occasional travel will be required, such as: to attend or testify at hearings, to support witnesses at hearings, to participate in Commission Staff and/or stakeholder meetings/events, to advocate the Company’s position in various federal, regional, or state venues, to attend training, etc.

• Master degree, in areas of study identified above, is preferred.

• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Professional Engineer, or similar certification/licensure is preferred.

Compensation:

Regulatory Consultant - Grade 6: $70,961 - $88,700

Regulatory Consultant Senior - Grade 7: $83,413 - $104,268

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$70,961.00-88,700.50 USD

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