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PUC Assistant Counsel 1 - I&E Rates

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time

Job Number

N-2025-27727

Department

Public Utility Commission

Division

PU Inspn Rts

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

G6001

Position Number

00005473

Union

Commonwealth Bar Association

Bargaining Unit

Z4

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00171301

Bureau / Division

Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement

Worksite Address

400 North Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17120

Contact Name

Shannon Marciano

Contact Phone

717.787.8714

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission's Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) is looking for an innovative law school graduate who enjoys working in a team-based environment, and is interested in beginning a career in utility law-focused litigation as an Assistant Counsel 1 (AC1). The Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement is a highly rewarding bureau to work for due to its charge to represent the public interest and its team-based atmosphere. Unleash your potential and apply with us today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Within the Rates Division, the AC1, under the guidance of a senior attorney and supervision of the Deputy Chief Prosecutor, is responsible for the review of rate filings and other documents to determine the proper Bureau of Investigation and Enforcement (I&E) response. In the case of rate filings, you will work with technical staff in the preparation of all required reports to the commission. In the case of other filings such as petitions and applications, you will assist in determining the appropriate I&E response. At the direction of the supervisor, the AC1 will prepare research, analysis, and recommendations on a variety of issues involving ratemaking, administrative procedure, evidence, and trial practice.

The Rates Division AC1 is responsible for actions taken in the prosecution of assigned rate investigations and complaints, including acting as the sole attorney representing I&E in rate cases under one million dollars, and as co-counsel on rate filings over one million dollars. This professional prepares and files all prehearing motions and petitions, and coordinates a staff prosecutory team which includes accountants, economists, engineers, and public utility analysts. You will develop a coordinated prosecutory strategy for discovery, cross-examination, and requests for reconsideration or modification, in addition to drafting discovery documents and negotiating settlements in ADR forum or before the assigned Administrative Law Judge. The AC1 is also responsible for assisting in the preparation of direct testimony, conducting cross-examination, presenting oral argument and hearing motions and pleading, and drafting briefs and reply briefs, exceptions, and requests for reconsideration or modification.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless eligibility requirements have been met and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

+ Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at [email protected] or 717.787.8714.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Graduation from an approved school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or preparatory steps to become a member thereof.

+ Continued employment is conditional upon the obtaining of such certificate of admission.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania OR eligibility for a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please provide a copy of your certificate. If you are claiming eligibility for such certification, please list support for your claim. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess a certificate of admission to the bar of the highest court of another state, with preparatory steps taken to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please provide a copy of your certificate. If you are claiming eligibility for such certification, please list support for your claim. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

05

Have you graduated from an approved school of law? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov