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Working Title: Financial Analysis Supervisor

Job Class: Public Utilities Rates Evaluation Supervisor

Agency: Public Utilities Commission

+ **Job ID** : 86642

+ **Location** : St. Paul

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes, see notes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 06/04/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/20/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : MMA

+ **Division/Unit** : Regulatory / Financial Analysis Unit

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : Occasionally

+ **Salary Range:** $43.59 - $62.41 / hourly; $91,015 - $130,312 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

+ 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.

The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is hiring their next Financial Analysis supervisor. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the activities of the multi-disciplinary staff of the Financial Analysis Unit at the Commission to assure that Commissioners have the information necessary to make informed regulatory decisions in an orderly and timely fashion. The general areas of focus of the Unit are issues related to electric and natural gas utility finances and rate recovery; including revenue requirement, rate of return, sales true ups, depreciation, capital structure, acquisitions, affiliated interest agreement, and other financial issues.

Please note: As of June 1st, 2025, this position will have a flexible work arrangement that allows for up to 50% telework with a minimum of 50% working in at the Commission offices in Saint Paul, Minnesota per month.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Finance, Accounting, or Statistics; AND a combination of six (6) years of professional-level experience in financial analysis supervision, government, the utility industry, or other entity with primary focus on utility regulation or issues.

OR

Seven (7) years of professional-level experience related to electric and/or natural gas utility services with a focus on regulatory financial issues.

+ Successful completion of the State of Minnesota’s Emerging Leadership Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI) or an equivalent leadership program may substitute for one year of advanced professional experience.

+ Master's degree in public utility regulation and/or economics related field may substitute for 18 months of experience.

+ Doctorate degree in public utility regulation and/or economics related field may substitute for 2 years of experience.

In addition to the above, applicants must have:

+ Demonstrated extensive knowledge of utility rate regulation and utility operations including rules, decisions, practices, and procedures

+ Experience as a lead worker providing guidance to professional staff & demonstrated success in mentorship and/or managing teams

+ Ability to comprehend and correctly apply, interpret, and analyze complex written material

+ Human relations skills and cultural sensitivity sufficient to establish effective relationships with various regulatory agencies and staff

+ Ability to work effectively with public utility companies, energy industry stakeholders, the general public, and diverse communities

+ Effective and persuasive written and oral communication skills sufficient to present material to decision makers and be an effective public speaker in formal proceedings and negotiations

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in a supervisory position

+ Demonstrated project management skills

+ Demonstrated ability to review and edit written materials on regulatory or policy issues

+ Experience with diverse communities and Native American issues

+ Understanding of regulation of natural gas and/or electric industry in Minnesota

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a reference check and background screening.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.