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- The Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate-Assistant Consumer Advocate
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The Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate-Regulatory Analyst
- City of LA new position of Executive Director / Ratepayer Advocate
- DC Office of The People's Counsel
- Utah Attorney General's Office
- Virginia Attorney General's Office Utility Consumer Counsel Position
The Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate-Assistant Consumer AdvocateThe Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate (OCA) seeks a full-time attorney. The OCA is the statutory representative of Pennsylvania's consumers of regulated electric, gas, telephone, water and wastewater services. Assistant Consumer Advocates work with a staff of dedicated professionals in the public interest. The scope of work will include, but is not limited to complex litigation before the Public Utility Commission and federal regulatory commissions, appellate practice primarily before the Commonwealth Court, issue analysis, legal research and writing, consumer education and legislative outreach throughout the Commonwealth.
QUALIFICATIONS
? Career objective or experience in consumer protection or public interest field.
? Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (or awaiting PA bar results).
? Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
? Strong oral and written communication skills.
? Interest in complex litigation before administrative agencies and appellate courts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
? Analyze, research and provide legal opinions on complex regulatory filings.
? Coordinate the preparation of witness testimony and exhibits.
? Prepare witnesses for cross-examination.
? Conduct cross-examination of expert witnesses in contested proceedings.
? Prepare prehearing and post-hearing motions and briefs.
? Prepare comments in rulemakings and other policy proceedings.
? Prepare appellate motions and briefs.
? Travel to and represent the OCA in public hearings throughout the Commonwealth.
? Represent the OCA in settlement negotiations and alternate dispute resolution processes.
? Assist consumers, both formally and informally, in complaint proceedings before the PUC.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
? The salary for this position will generally depend on qualifications and experience level; however, the starting annual salary for new attorneys admitted to the bar is $53,379. The starting salary for graduates awaiting bar results is $46,670.
? Full-time employees receive all Commonwealth health (including dental and vision), pension and other benefits for management personnel.
To apply, send cover letter and résumé (1) by first-class mail to Leslie Jackson, Executive Secretary, Office of Consumer Advocate, 555 Walnut Street, 5 th Floor, Forum Place, Harrisburg PA 17101-1923, and (2) by electronic mail to ljackson@paoca.org and ddusman@paoca.org
The Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate-Regulatory Analyst
The Pennsylvania Office of Consumer Advocate (OCA) seeks a full-time regulatory analyst. The OCA is an independent state agency and the statutory representative of Pennsylvania's consumers of regulated electric, gas, telephone, water and wastewater services. Regulatory analysts work with a staff of attorneys in advocating for the consumers' interests in state and federal proceedings. The scope of work will include, but not be limited to participating in complex litigation before the Public Utility Commission and federal regulatory commissions as well as issue analysis, and research and writing.
Qualifications
Experience or undergraduate degree in finance and/or accounting
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Interest in testifying in complex litigation before administrative agencies.
Job Description
- Review utility company filings with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PAPUC) related to rate proceedings, and other petitions and applications.
- Prepare recommendations with respect to the office's involvement in such utility cases.
- Analyze the financial, economic, rate of return, and policy issues present in utility filings.
- Prepare written in-house reports and/or testimony and statistical schedules to be filed with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission on behalf of the OCA with respect to the financial, economic, rate of return, and/or policy issues of utility filings.
- Attend administrative hearings on utility cases; assist with cross-examination of opposing party and/or other intervenors' witnesses; present oral testimony and submit to cross-examination of prefiled testimony.
- Review financial issues outlined in utility case briefs.
- Attend Public Input hearings and/or customer meetings related to utility cases as needed.
- Review written reports and/or testimony submitted by the OCA's outside consultants with respect to consistency of policy.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position will generally depend on qualifications and experience level; however, the pay range would be from $46,670 to $71,883, depending on experience.
Full-time employees receive all Commonwealth health (including dental and vision), pension and other benefits for management personnel.
To apply, send cover letter and résumé (1) by first-class mail to Leslie Jackson, Executive Secretary, Office of Consumer Advocate, 555 Walnut Street, 5 th Floor, Forum Place, Harrisburg PA 17101-1923, or (2) by electronic mail to ljackson@paoca.org and choover@paoca.org .
Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Office of Consumer Advocate
555 Walnut Street, Forum Place, 5 th Floor
Harrisburg PA 17101-1923
www.oca.state.pa.us
(717)783-5048 (voice); (717)783-7152 (fax)52264
The New York State Department-Director of the Utility Intervention Unit in the Division of Consumer Protection
The Department of State is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Director of the Utility Intervention Unit in the Division of Consumer Protection. The Division of Consumer Protection, as the State's consumer advocate with respect to energy and telecommunications issues, serves as the statutory representative of consumers before the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and other regulatory bodies, and helps ensure that consumer concerns are heard in rate cases and policy and service reliability matters. The Division actively participates on behalf of consumers in proceedings concerning the availability, pricing and quality of electricity and natural gas service in the State.
DUTIES :
Works under the supervision of the Director of the Division of Consumer Protection and the Deputy Secretary of State for Business and Licensing to act on behalf of consumers with respect to proceedings before State and federal utility and telecommunications regulatory authorities and advance the State's consumer advocacy mission.The Director will conduct research and economic analysis of issues affecting the rate and service regulation of utilities and will represent the Department of State (DOS) in negotiations and collaborative proceedings with utilities, regulators and other parties. The Director will create and review the Division of Consumer Protection's reports on trends involving electricity and natural gas consumption, supply, energy generation, conservation, energy efficiency, wireless and broadband telecommunications, and new technologies, among others. The Director will analyze sales forecasts, rate design and capital expenditure budgets to achieve the Division's role.
The Director will also work with the DOS counsel office to prepare and present testimony, comments, letters and other submissions on behalf of the DOS to State and federal regulators advocating DOS's position.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree or higher in Economics, Public or Business Administration, Public Policy, Engineering, Policy Analysis, Law, or a related field and will demonstrate strong managerial and supervisory skills. A relevant educational background or significant experience with research and advocacy with regard to economic factors affecting energy, the environment, telecommunications, public utilities and ratemaking is preferred.SALARY : $ 101,149 to $121,404 subject to, and commensurate with, experience.
LOCATION : Department of State - Division of Consumer Protection
99 Washington Avenue, AlbanyAPPLICATION PROCEDURE
Submit a resume and cover letter detailing education and experience to:David E. Singer
Bureau of Human Resources Management
NYS Department of State
99 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12231
In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide original copy of documentation proving citizenship and/or legal right to work within 3 days of effective date of employment.THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. APPLICATIONS FROM WOMEN, MINORITIES, DISABLED PERSONS AND VIETNAM ERA VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS WILL BE PROVIDED, UPON REQUEST, FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
City of LA Office of Public Accountability
- City of LA new position of Executive Director / Ratepayer Advocate
DC Office of The People's Counsel
- Director of Litigation-Litigation Services Division
- Attorney, Litigation Services Division
Utah Attorney General's Office
The Utah Attorney General's Office has an opening for an attorney with at least 5 years experience to represent the Department of Commerce, Division of Public Utilities – principally in litigation of regulatory matters before the Utah Public Service Commission. Candidates should have strong written and oral advocacy skills; significant litigation and research experience; strong interpersonal skills; and an aptitude for litigation of technical issues, with particular emphasis on economic and/or finance/accounting issues. A background in economics, finance, accounting, or business is preferred. Experience with public utility regulation, FERC litigation, or substantially similar complex litigation is highly desirable. Applicants must be able to handle a substantial caseload with frequent short deadlines. Membership in the Utah State Bar is required. Please send resume to Shelley Exeter at P.O. Box 142320, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-2320 or saexeter@utah.gov by close of business Friday, May 6, 2011. The Attorney General's Office is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. Background checks are completed as condition of employment. No Phone Calls Please.
May go to Utah Attorney General's website. http://attorneygeneral.utah.gov/my_mission.html
Thank you for your assistance!
Virginia Attorney General's Office Utility Consumer Counsel Position
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking a qualified attorney to join its Insurance and Utilities Regulatory Section in Richmond. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, a professional team environment, and competitive salaries and benefits.
ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
CIVIL LITIGATION DIVISION
INSURANCE AND UTILITIES REGULATORY SECTIONDUTIES: The successful candidate will represent of the Office of the Attorney General's Division of Consumer Counsel in state regulatory proceedings before the Virginia State Corporation Commission and Supreme Court of Virginia, and in federal administrative proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and in federal appellate courts. The individual will serve as a litigation attorney on these matters involving primarily electric and natural gas utilities. The position may also include regulatory work with telecommunications and insurance companies. Duties also include advice and assistance on other matters related to the regulation of these industries, including legislative issues before the Virginia General Assembly.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have graduated from an accredited law school and be admitted to the Virginia State Bar or eligible for admission. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and analytical ability, and the ability to work both independently and as a team member. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in complex regulatory litigation involving electric and/or natural gas utilities, with an academic background in accounting, economics, finance, and/or engineering.
TO APPLY: Please submit an OAG attorney application (available at www.vaag.com ), résumé, writing sample, law school transcript, and a discussion of all relevant experience to Office of the Attorney General, Human Resources Section, 900 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Applications will be accepted until position is filled; however, to ensure timely consideration, please submit application materials by Friday, March 11, 2011 and reference recruitment #110202.
EEO/M/F/D
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION UPON REQUEST