Public Advocate Utility Analyst 1 (PCN 086071)

**The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended. There is no need to reapply if you've already submitted an application.**
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check out the residency definition to determine if you qualify.

What You Will Be Doing

The Regulatory Affairs & Public Advocacy Section (RAPA) is a team of non-attorney expert analysts and attorneys who represent the public interest when utilities or certain pipelines request changes to their rates or services. RAPA also provides comments and insights on utility- or pipeline-related issues when policymakers consider new or revised statutes and regulations.

The Public Advocate Utility Analyst 1 position represents the public interest on behalf of the Attorney General by serving as an expert witness in complex—and sometimes precedent-setting—regulated utility and pipeline carrier cases. This work includes preparing written and oral testimony and appearing as an expert witness in hearings before the Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA), as well as in legal depositions and other related proceedings.

Drawing on expert knowledge in accounting/finance, economics, or engineering, this position applies professional training and experience—as well as an understanding of utility and pipeline carrier business practices—to analyze and develop regulatory policy. The analyst develops and defends policy recommendations and rate-setting positions that align with and protect the public interest.

Mission and Culture

The Department of Law upholds the rule of law, protects public safety, and provides high quality legal representation to executive branch agencies for the benefit of all Alaskans. The Department of Law is committed to excellence in our work. We will maintain the highest standards of ethics and professionalism to promote exceptional legal representation to the State through a valued and well-trained team of professionals dedicated to public service. Our team values integrity, success, positivity, creativity, collaboration, and empowerment. The applicant can expect to be relied on for their strengths as well as given opportunities for professional development as part of a focused team.

We encourage our employees to work with supervisors to set a schedule that works for them, the office, and their work. We offer hybrid flex schedules and telework options.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

The Department of Law supports work-life balance with various work schedule opportunities and teleworking. It matters to us to provide the tools and resources needed for your success. Enjoy State health benefits (including dental and vision), life insurance, generous leave accrual, 12 paid holidays, and potential eligibility for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program. 

The Department of Law promotes and provides routine professional development through training by our own subject matter experts and through other providers. 

The Working Environment You Can Expect

Our RAPA Analysts have private offices in the Conoco Phillips Building in beautiful downtown Anchorage. In the heart of downtown, you are close to cafes, lunch spots, the Coastal Trail, and parks. Employee parking is available close by. 

We are looking for a candidate that possesses the following position-specific competencies

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

• Investigation: Knowledge of the guidelines, regulations, and procedures associated with investigation, including interviewing, evidence detection, locating, gathering, and handling, and drawing appropriate factual inferences and conclusions. Provide oral or written reports of findings.  Presenting evidence and providing testimony.
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.