Federal/State Regulatory Senior Analyst / Consultant

Job Description

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

The Federal/State Regulatory Senior Analyst / Consultant serves as a key liaison between APS and regulatory agencies, maintaining ongoing relationships, navigating complex industry requirements, and addressing regulatory concerns.

What Your Day Would Be Like

• Partner with internal teams and external regulatory agencies to support compliance with federal, state, and regional utility requirements.
• Assess business practices and controls to help ensure APS meets evolving regulatory obligations.
• Research and analyze regulatory and legislative developments that may impact APS operations and customers.
• Develop programs and processes to address regulatory concerns and help prevent future issues through continuous improvement.
• Represent APS by preparing and presenting information, including testimony and regulatory filings, to government and regulatory audiences.
• Advance organizational positions and support informed regulatory decision-making.

Who We're Looking For

• Experience in regulatory compliance, with utility industry and line siting experience.
• Knowledge of federal, Arizona, regional, and electric utility regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex regulatory issues.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to present information to regulatory and governmental audiences.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements

Federal / State Regulatory Senior Analyst

• Bachelor's Degree
• And minimum 5 years' related regulatory compliance experience; utility-based experience preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years is required.
• Advanced knowledge of federal and regional electric utility industry and associated regulatory / legislative issues and related compliance requirements.

Federal / State Regulatory Consultant

• Bachelor's Degree
• And a minimum 7 years' related regulatory compliance experience, including 2 years utility-based experience.
• In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 11 years is required.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of federal and regional electric utility industry and associated regulatory / legislative issues and related compliance requirements.

Major Accountabilities - Federal / State Regulatory Senior Analyst

• Leads compliance reviews related to the operational and technical requirements of regulatory commissions/ authorities.
• Prepares and coordinates complex filings to various state and local regulatory agencies.
• Manages critical complaint case tracking and resolution.
• Researches and provides information to regulatory bodies.
• Acts as a subject matter expert to support all regulatory and compliance activities.
• Develops guidelines and procedures to address regulatory requirements and/or findings.

Major Accountabilities - Federal / State Regulatory Consultant

• Leads compliance reviews related to the operational and technical requirements of regulatory commissions/ authorities.
• Prepares and coordinates complex filings to various state and local regulatory agencies.
• Manages critical complaint case tracking and resolution.
• Researches and provides information to regulatory bodies.
• Acts as a subject matter expert to support all regulatory and compliance activities.
• Develops guidelines and procedures to address regulatory requirements and/or findings.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.

Hybrid

Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person). In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

• Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
• Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
• Role types are subject to change based on business need.