Assistant Director, Electricity REPOST

The Maryland Public Service Commission has a positionavailable for an Assistant Director in the Electricity Division.

This is an at will position which serves at the pleasureof the Appointing Authority (the Commission).

6 Saint Paul St. 17th Floor Baltimore MD 21202

The Maryland Public ServiceCommission (PSC) an independent regulatory agency is seeking a skilled andmotivated Assistant Director to join its Electricity Division. We areresponsible for the regulatory oversight of Marylands electric utilities ensuringthat Marylanders have access to safe reliable and affordable electricityservices while advancing the States clean energy goals.

This is a unique and impactfulopportunity to apply your economic and technical expertise in public will directly contribute to the Commissions mission by analyzing issuesrelated to electricity generation transmission distribution and emergingenergy technologies.

The PSCs Electricity Divisionis at the forefront of navigating the evolving energy landscape. We addresscritical issues such as utility rates grid modernization renewable energyintegration competitive electricity markets electric vehicle infrastructureand energy storage. As an Assistant Director you will:

Conduct in-depth economicand financial analyses of utility proposals rate cases and policyinitiatives.

Develop and present experttestimony in formal Commission proceedings.

Analyze electricity markettrends resource planning and the economic impacts of regulatory decisions.

Contribute to thedevelopment of innovative policies that balance economic efficiency consumerprotection reliability and environmental sustainability in the electricitysector.

Assist the Division Directorin the supervision of junior economists; this includes conducting performanceevaluations as well as leading or guiding junior economists in the preparationof their expert testimony comments or other work assignments.

Your work will beintellectually stimulating fast-paced and crucial to Marylands economy itsresidents and the environment. We are looking for candidates with a stronganalytical foundation a commitment to public service and the ability totackle complex economic challenges in the dynamic electricity industry.

POSITION DUTIES

The Assistant Director in theElectricity Division provides expert economic analysis and support to theCommission. Your core responsibilities will include:

Performing detailed economicand technical statistical and financial analyses of electric utility rateapplications including cost of service rate design cost of capital andrevenue requirements.

Evaluating the economic andtechnical aspects of utility investments in grid modernization renewableenergy projects energy efficiency programs and other infrastructure.

Preparing and presentingexpert written testimony and oral presentations in Commission proceedings andwork groups.

Analyzing wholesale andretail electricity market operations including competitive solicitations andmarket power issues.

Conducting research andpolicy analysis on emerging energy technologies and regulatory frameworks(e.g. distributed energy resources energy storage electric vehiclesmicrogrids).

Developing and utilizingeconomic models for forecasting cost-benefit analysis and impact assessment.

Collaborating withinterdisciplinary teams of attorneys engineers accountants and othertechnical staff.

Reviewing and providingrecommendations on proposed legislation and regulations affecting theelectricity industry.

Monitoring compliance withCommission orders and rules related to economic and market issues.

Representing the ElectricityDivision as a member in working groups tasked with developing rules reportsagreements or other functions which support Marylands energy markets.

Assisting the DivisionDirector in mentoring and training regulatory analysts in performing similartasks and assisting the Division Director in managing the Divisions workflowsupervising regulatory analysts and editing and reviewing their work products.

The Assistant Director isexpected to contribute to analyses that have a significant impact on Marylandselectricity sector and its stakeholders. The PSC is committed to professionaldevelopment and offers opportunities for growth and advancement.

Education: a bachelors degree from an accredited collegeor university in Business Economics Engineering Environmental StudiesFinance Statistics Mathematics Public Policy or a closely related field.

Experience: Three years of relevant professional experiencein economic analysis preferably in the energy sector utility regulation or arelated field.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An Assistant Director with a passion for energy policystrong analytical capabilities and a desire to work in public service. The PSC welcomes experienced applicants withstrong leadership skills. Successful candidates will bring:

Strong quantitative analytical and problem-solvingskills.

Proficiency in economic theory (microeconomicsindustrial organization regulatory economics) and its application.

Experience with statistical analysis econometrics andeconomic modeling software.

Excellent written and oral communication skills with theability to explain complex economic concepts to diverse audiences.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in ateam-oriented environment.

Sound professional judgment and a commitment to ethicalpublic service.

Knowledge of the electric utility industry energymarkets or regulatory processes is highly desirable.

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing will not consider information submitted after this candidates will be placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:Department of Budget and Management Recruitment andExamination Division 301 W. Preston St. Baltimore MD application materials must be received in our officeby theclosing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact theDBM Recruitment andExamination Division at or MD TTY Relay Service 1-.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.