Regulatory Case Administrator (Hybrid Schedule)

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Primary Purpose:

Under the guidance of a higher level manager, responsible for managing regulatory proceedings before the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for SDG&E and its business units in regulatory proceedings before the CPUC. Participates and supports management of other regulatory proceedings, in partnership with other department case managers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organizes corporate-wide case teams and manages their participation in regulatory proceedings before the CPUC. For each assigned case, oversees the development of the regulatory strategy and tactics to be pursued; establishes the case plan and schedule to be followed; directs the preparation of all materials including applications, petitions, comments, discovery responses, motions, testimony and exhibits; informs necessary personnel of case progress and major issues or problems; ensures that all work proceeds on schedule and complies with the case team's agreed upon objectives; builds coalitions and solicits support from other utilities and interested parties; analyzes and summarizes intervening parties' positions and pleadings; informs affected personnel of actions called for in agency decisions or rulings; working with the analysis and tariff groups, ensures that the necessary steps are taken to implement all regulatory requirements established as a result of the case. Assigned cases may include issues such as compliance, safety, rules of practice and procedure, program and accounting audits, annual compliance reviews, special programs and contracts, transmission and distribution licensing, general order reviews, revenue recovery, and monitoring of key proceedings and developments that affect the Company's performance, revenues, credibility and reputation, or other cases as assigned.
• Supports corporate-wide case teams and their participation in regulatory proceedings before the CPUC. General duties include those described above but position is usually co-assigned with a higher level manager for proceedings of larger scope and complexity. Responsible for preparing case materials, schedule coordination, witness preparation for hearings, reporting, communications with intervening parties, and other diverse activities.
• Maintains strong relations with regulatory agency staff, external stakeholders, and other utilities to build trust, foster open communications, improve our reputation, and achieve high quality outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties).

Hybrid Schedule:

• Although the schedule may vary, typically this will allow the employee to work onsite three days per week and remotely on the remaining workdays.
• Must reside in Southern California or be willing to relocate upon hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Economics, business, accounting, political science or related field of study.
• 2-4 years regulatory or equivalent experience.
• General knowledge and understanding of energy industry and key regulatory and policy issues required.
• Good knowledge of the state and/or federal regulatory process.
• Strong project management and organizational skills (deadline oriented) .
• Ability to grasp and respond to complex regulatory and public policy issues.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills; able to use persuasion and argument effectively.
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team environment.
• Ability to positively influence others and gain their respect, cooperation and support.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Note: SDG&E strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively. Starting salaries may vary based on factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, and education.

SDG&E offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond base salary. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) as well as other merit-based recognition. Company benefits include health and welfare (medical, dental, vision), employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, as well as other company offerings such as tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs.