Economic Analysis Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics or related field or Law degree; AND a combination of six (6) years of professional-level experience in 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, natural gas, and/or telecommunication utility services with a focus on regulatory 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 one year of experience.
• Doctorate degree in public utility regulation and/or economics related field may substitute for two 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.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team
• Experience as a lead worker providing guidance to professional staff
• 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

• Master's degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Statistics or related field or Law degree.
• Experience in a supervisory position
• Demonstrated success in mentorship and/or managing teams
• 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, electric, and/or telecommunication 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.