Regulatory Economist

Announcement Number: 585182758

State of Nevada
Invites you to apply for
Regulatory Economist THE STATE OF NEVADA
MISSION
The Nevada Way: Empowering the executive
branch to provide solution-oriented
customer service to residents, businesses,
and visitors so Nevada is recognized for its
world-class destinations, its innovative and
business-friendly economic environment, its
quality of life, and its efficiently and
effectively run state government.
VISION
Governing with transparency and fiscal
responsibility; working with local
government, non-profit and industry
partners; delivering dependable services to
citizens and visitors; and creating
opportunities for Nevadans to lead safe,
healthy, prosperous, and productive lives.
"OUR CAPACITY TO
ACHIEVE GREAT DEEDS
WILL NEVER BE IN
QUESTION, BECAUSE WE
WILL FOLLOW THE NEVADA
WAY - NEVER GIVE UP,
NEVER GIVE IN, AND NEVER
STOP DREAMING."
Governor Joe Lombardo
STATE OF THE STATE ADDRESS
The State of Nevada, encompassing over
110,000 square miles, is a land of vast
natural beauty, economic diversity, and
cultural vibrancy. Known as the "Silver
State" for its historic mining legacy, Nevada
today is equally recognized for its dynamic
cities, rugged outdoor landscapes, and spirit
of independence. Anchored by metropolitan
hubs like Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada also
offers a rich tapestry of rural communities,
tribal lands, and open desert that reflect its
deep Western roots.
Home to more than 3.2 million residents,
Nevada is one of the fastest-growing states
in the nation. The state features no personal
income tax, a favorable business climate,
and year-round recreational opportunities-
from world-class entertainment and dining
to hiking, skiing, and stargazing beneath
some of the clearest night skies in the U.S.
With over 300 days of sunshine annually in
many regions, Nevada's climate ranges from
the dry heat of the Mojave Desert to the
four-season beauty of the Sierra Nevada.
The state is also home to Lake Tahoe, Great
Basin National Park, Red Rock Canyon, and
more than 800,000 acres of state park land.
Nevada balances innovation and tradition,
offering a high quality of life, a growing
emphasis on sustainability and technology,
and a commitment to preserving the natural
and cultural richness that makes the state
truly one of a kind.
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Public Utilities Commission of Nevada
The PUCN serves to protect the public interest, ensure fair and reasonable
utility rates, and regulate the delivery of utility services to benefit the
economy, the environment, and all Nevadans.
The PUCN ensures safe and reliable utility service at just and reasonable
rates.
The PUCN is a regulatory agency that ensures investor-owned utilities
comply with laws enacted by the Nevada Legislature. The PUCN's basic
regulatory duties, powers, and scope of work are defined by the
Legislature and codified in statute. The PUCN's duties include:
- To provide for fair and impartial regulation of public utilities.
- To provide for the safe, economic, efficient, prudent and reliable
operation and service of public utilities.
- To balance the interests of customers and shareholders of public
utilities by providing public utilities with the opportunity to earn a fair
return on their investments while providing customers with just and
reasonable rates.
Commission
Policy/Administration
Regulatory Operations THE IDEAL
CANDIDATE
Qualifications:
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Join a team where your impact
will matter from day one.
Salary:
LOCATION:
KEY QUALITIES &
COMPETENCIES:
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The PUCN is seeking a qualified candidate for the
position of Regulatory Economist for the Regulatory
Operations, Resource and Market Analysis Division.
Must be highly professional, well-organized,
self-motivated, and possess leadership skills. Must be
able to work independently with minimal supervision as
well as in a team environment.
Perform applied economic research on a wide range of matters related to the utilities and industries that the
Commission regulates, which include short-term and long-term forecasting of loads, the billing determinates of
public utilities, competitive policy analysis, market analysis, cost analysis, and rate structure analysis of various
aspects of utility issues. Evaluate, analyze and interpret utility data such as load data to explain the impact of
economic factors, weather, and energy efficiency programs on customer usage and overall utility loads. Evaluate
and analyze a utility's resource plan (including resource procurement and risk management strategies), provide an
economic analysis and develop recommendations to the Commission and the utility. Evaluate and analyze a
utility's conservation and efficiency plan, and develop recommendations to the Commission and the utility.
Evaluate a utility's cost of service study and rate design, and develop recommendations to the Commission and the
utility. Conduct a rate of return on investment, financial and macroeconomic analysis to develop a reasonable rate
of return and financing for a utility. Review a utility's contracts including renewable power purchase agreements ("
PPAs") and affiliate transactions and contracts. Conduct an analysis of a merger and transfer of control. Must be
familiar with recent developments of the regulated industries (e.g., electric, gas, telecommunications and water
and sewer) at the federal agencies as well as in other state jurisdictions. Conduct a study of a regulated industry in
terms of the competitiveness and efficient industry structure. Interact with other economists, engineers, policy
analysts, and legal staff in the development and implementation of regulatory policy. Provide written testimony
and orally defend testimony for proceedings brought before the Commission; and serve as an expert witness.
Analyze issues and evaluate other parties' written and oral testimony for accuracy, logic and consistency with
existing Commission policy, state statutes and regulations, and write rebuttal testimony based upon analysis. May
be requied to prepare and present testimony to legislative committees. May be required to presentation to various
state, local and federal agencies. May be expected to perform additional job-related duties and to have or develop
additional specific job-related knowledge and skills. Must be available for occasional travel.
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course
work in economics, econometrics, finance or a closely related field and
professional level experience in energy or telecommunications regulation;
OR a doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with major
course work in economics, econometrics, finance or a closely related field;
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess skill in
effective written and
verbal communication;
must be able to
collaboratively or as a
team complete writing
assignments; required
skills also include
planning, prioritizing
and executing timelines
without the need for
supervision.
Employee/Employer Paid Retirement Plan:
$132,245
Employer Paid Retirement Plan: $111,717
Carson City STATE BENEFITS
The State of Nevada offers a wide array of benefits to employees, including:
• No Nevada State income tax
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage
• Twelve paid holidays per year
• Three weeks of annual leave
• Three weeks of sick leave
• Participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
• Access to a tax-sheltered deferred compensation plan
• No Social Security contributions (Medicare deduction still required)
• Additional benefits for long-term and CBA employees
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive,
and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and
enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
5 APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis and will continue
to be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants are therefore strongly
encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Hiring may occur at
any time during the recruitment process. Interested applicants should submit
their cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references to:
In your cover letter please indicate how you heard about this position. If you
heard about this position through a website, please specify which website.
Thank you!
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Breanne Potter, Commission Secretary
Email: bpotter@puc.nv.gov
In the subject line please reference: Regulatory Economist

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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• State of Nevada

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