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Position Regulatory Projects Manager
Department Regulation
Work Location Portland/Salt Lake City
Position Reports To Director, Regulatory Affairs & Revenue Requirement or VP, Regulation & Gov’t Affairs
Pay Grade 16 Exempt
Most Recent Update June 2012
Job Code 1411
Purpose of Position The regulatory projects manager is responsible for managing the company’s day-to-day regulatory projects,
regulatory cases and issues that impact multiple jurisdictions.
This position is accountable as the primary regulatory interface for one or more of the following internal departments: customer service, demand-side management, power delivery/reliability, information technology, blue
sky, and other corporate functions. Externally, this position serves as the primary regulatory interface for various expert witnesses.
Direct Reports None
Indirect Reports
Company personnel on a project basis
Provides Support to the Following Positions Managers, directors, vice presidents, and the senior vice president in regulation and government affairs/legislation
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)
Regulatory interface and project manager for regulatory filings, presentations and testimony for all customer service functions, reliability and safety activities, corporate functions, and treasury functions at the state
regulatory commissions.
Manage the day-to-day work related to a major project across all six states and lead the technical team in providing analysis and support to external parties, including regulatory commissions.
Coordinate and support the manager, state regulatory affairs on all filings, presentations, and testimony.
Review of all related discovery to ensure consistent responses of high quality provided in a timely manner.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with state commission staffs and interveners in company regulatory matters to communicate the company's position and to produce favorable regulatory outcomes.
Develop presentations and periodic reports for above stakeholders and external groups such as rating agencies.
Manage and track legislative bills that have the potential of impacting the company and recommend positions to
be taken.
Maintain relationships with business function personnel to ensure a thorough knowledge of functions and applicable events in each state.
Serve as a company witness in regulatory proceedings and Prepare and respond to data requests, as needed.
As applicable, may select, coach, and develop employees. Review and evaluate employee performance and prepare annual reviews.
Communications/Contacts Internal –regulation, accounting, commercial & trading, legal, communications, customer service, customer and
community management, senior management across the company
External – state regulatory commissions and other regulatory agencies, customers and other stakeholders: industry
associations; other utilities.
Performance Expectations (Key Success Factors) Project leadership, including task identification, scheduling, and cost/expenditure identification.
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Perform responsibilities in support of the department’s and the company’s goals within determined time frames and
with a high degree of accuracy.
Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company; maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities.
Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
Support the company’s employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, mathematics, business, economics, engineering or a related field; or
the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of seven years related regulatory experience.
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with
different styles and backgrounds; ability to work both independently and as a member of a team to maintain project timelines, budgets, and deliver commitments; Ability to manage and motivate employees.
Knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations
Ability to review technical data, financial modeling and understand regulatory data systems and interfaces with
other company data systems.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult with internal and external clients.
Strong general and project management skills including ability to establish objectives, execute policy, monitor resources and manage the development or implementation of a system, program or process.
General understanding of the fundamentals of revenue requirement, rate of return, interstate allocations, net power costs, class cost of service and rate design.
General understanding of utility rate making principles, utility economics, as well as utility commission rules and
regulations, and applicable state and local laws.
Attendance at regulatory proceedings and travel to the function locations is required.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Product Mgr
Job Code: 2230, Exempt, Grade 015
Revision Date: January 29, 2014
By: Matthew Swanson
General Purpose
Assist in delivery of company energy efficiency programs, to residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural customers. Identify and develop opportunities for new, innovative, cost effective products. Analyze and develop
positions on emerging technologies as well as provide input into program and technology strategy development. Evaluate cost effectiveness of engineering proposals, maintain compliance with company tariffs related to Demand
Side Management (DSM) program delivery. Responsible for the management and administration of program agreements with delivery vendors as well as the development of delivery infrastructure in support of programs
assigned.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Identify and develop innovative opportunities for cost effective programs and projects which meet corporate objectives and customer needs.
Adhere to corporate procurement guidelines for the acquisition of resources.
Develop and/or adhere to appropriate program, department, company and SOX financial controls and processes
within programs assigned.
Analyze program opportunities and assist in department technology strategies and positions.
Develop, implement and evolve program designs, tariffs, contracts, procedures, support materials, marketing and
communication plans and training materials for assigned programs.
Manage and coordinate resources, internally and externally needed to deliver programs.
Present program design, procedures, budget, controls and results to internal and external audiences ranging from executive to technical audiences.
Research and stay current on similar work performed by other utilities, and actively incorporate it into program designs, delivery and strategies as appropriate.
Manage program vendors as appropriate.
Develop and implement annual third party evaluations of programs assigned.
Validate monthly program expense and savings reports and forecasts.
Measure and verify processes associated with assigned programs.
Deliver program objectives, and report accurate and timely program results.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial and/or chemical engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of five years professional experience. Preferably in energy efficiency, load management technologies,
resource evaluation, research, field work and program management.
Demonstrated ability to network and maintain partnerships with key customer accounts, trade allies, industry
professionals, etc.
Preferences:
Technical knowledge of commercial, industrial, residential and agricultural DSM program. Building sciences, lighting, HVAC load management and/or control applications and controllable end-use equipment.
Working knowledge of network and PC applications, building simulation energy modeling and analysis skills.
Must be capable of creative and innovative approaches to the marketplace.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Sr Product Mgr
Job Code: 2231, Exempt
Revision Date: October 6, 2008
By: Jan Lambert
General Purpose
Assist in design and successfully implement residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural program
offerings or services. Identify and develop opportunities for new, innovative, cost effective products. Analyze and develop positions on emerging technologies as well as provide input into program and technology
strategy development. Responsible for the management and administration of program agreements with delivery vendors as well as the development of delivery infrastructure in support of programs assigned.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Identify and develop innovative opportunities for cost effective programs and projects which meet corporate objectives and customer needs.
Adhere to corporate procurement guidelines for the acquisition of resources.
Develop and/or adhere to appropriate program, department, company and SOX financial controls and processes within programs assigned.
Analyze program opportunities and assist in department technology strategies and positions.
Develop, implement and evolve program designs, tariffs, contracts, procedures, support materials, marketing and communication plans and training materials for assigned programs.
Manage and coordinate resources, internally and externally needed to deliver programs.
Responsible for customer impacts, regulatory inquiries, and other customer specific issues associated with
program implementation, administration and delivery
Develop and maintain program budgets, financial performance and results.
Present program design, procedures, budget, controls and results to internal and external audiences
ranging from executive to technical audiences.
Research and stay current on similar work performed by other utilities, and actively incorporate it into program designs, delivery and strategies as appropriate.
Manage program vendors as appropriate.
Develop and implement annual third party evaluations of programs assigned.
Validate monthly program expense and savings reports.
Measure and verify processes associated with assigned programs.
Deliver program objectives, and report accurate and timely program results.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of professional experience and education. Preference in mechanical, electrical, industrial and/or chemical engineering.
A minimum of five years professional experience. Preference in load management technologies, resource
evaluation, research, field work and program management.
Demonstrated oral and written communications skills.
Working knowledge of network and PC applications, load modeling and analysis skills.
Must be capable of creative and innovative approaches to the marketplace.
Demonstrated ability to network and maintain partnerships with key trade allies, industry professionals, etc.
Preference:
Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.) and/or Certified Energy Manager (C.E.M.)
Technical knowledge of commercial, industrial, residential and agricultural DSM program load management
and/or control applications and controllable end-use equipment.
Demonstrated ability to manage others without direct supervisory control.
Demonstrated ability to manage program vendors and other delivery contractors
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Mgr, DSM Procurement and Compliance
Job Code: 5033, grade 17
Reports to: Vice President
Revision Date: 6/11/10
By: Jan Lambert
General Purpose
Manages the day-to-day operations of a geographic territory, region, location or functional unit that has a significant impact on corporate, business unit, or organizational objective. Establishes and implements business objectives,
strategies, and plans. Managers and allocates financial and employee resources. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees and responsible for management of employee salaries. Implements and
support company programs and policies. Typically responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget.
Responsibilities:
Direct the procurement of demand side management performance agreements, program administration agreements, engineering agreements and evaluation and analysis agreements
Ensuring compliance with procurement guidelines, corporate governance and regulatory requirements
Ensure all performance agreements and program administration agreements are designed to ensure the contractors strict compliance with the demand side management program tariffs in California, Washington,
Idaho, Utah and Wyoming.
Establish and monitor department compliance controls.
Prepare all material required for regulatory filings related to the company’s contracts with third parties.
Working with program managers ensure all programs are being delivered in a prudent manner consistent with
regulatory requirements, corporate governance and contract terms
Validate monthly program expense and savings reports.
Measure and verify processes associated with assigned programs.
Select, coach, supervise and develop employees, as assigned.
Review and evaluate employee performance and prepare annual reviews, as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in business management, energy management, or related field or demonstrated experience.
A minimum of seven years professional experience in a related field.
A minimum of three years professional experience in people management.
Demonstrated experience in the procurement of resources and contract negotiations.
Demonstrated ability to direct others without direct supervisory control.
Demonstrated ability to manage program vendors and other delivery contractors.
Working knowledge of network and PC applications.
Demonstrated ability and understanding of regulatory compliance.
Preferences for this position include the following:
Experience in regulatory compliance.
Demonstrated creative and innovative approaches in the marketplace.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Dir, DSM Planning
Job Code: 7417, Exempt, Grade 18
Revision Date: 9/29/2014
By: Matthew Swanson
General Purpose
Manages and directs the operations of a geographic territory, region, location or cross-functional unit that has a
major impact on corporate, business unit, or organizational objectives. Establishes strategic business objectives, strategies, and plans in support of company strategic goals. Manages and allocates financial and employee
resources. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees and management of employee salaries. Implements and supports company programs and policies.
Responsibilities for this position include the following:
Develop PacifiCorp’s long-term strategy for the acquisition of demand-side resources including a resource procurement strategy, regulatory strategy, cost recovery strategy, environmental strategy, communications
strategy and customer service strategy.
Direct a staff to develop company strategy for energy efficiency acquisition and demand response targets.
Manage and allocate financial, employee and vendor resources for demand-side management programs in
Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Idaho and California.
Develop and implement demand-side management resource acquisition plans for the six states served by Rocky Mountain Power and Pacific Power.
Recommend and implement plans and approaches to support overall business strategies.
Act as an official company spokesperson with regulatory agencies, IRP stakeholders, DSM stakeholders, customer advocates, and environmental agencies in PacifiCorp’s service territory.
Provide legislative support of and opinions on demand-side resource legislation, including developing demand-side legislative strategy in support of company objectives.
Develop annual plans and objectives for DSM programs to achieve resource acquisition targets set by the
IRP.
Deliver results to achieve plans.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education & experience.
A minimum of 10 years of directly related professional experience.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in people management.
Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to establish objectives, set clear direction, multi-task and prioritize activities; financial planning; develop/execute policy; plan, direct/monitor resources;
recommend & oversee development/implementation of systems, programs or processes.
Leadership & teamwork skills to influence senior officers, peers and others on policy & strategic issues to
achieve business results.
Communication skills to create a vision; communicate strategy, targets & action plans; manage & motivate others; work effectively & confidentially with internal & external customers; work with all levels of an
organization including people with different styles & background.
Knowledge of the Company’s strategic plan, regulatory and political environment, as well as the Company’s
policies, procedures and practices, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, develop and execute policy, direct and monitor resources, and recommend and oversee development or implementation of systems, programs, or
processes.
Experience leading cultural change in an organization.
Preferences:
Thorough knowledge of regulatory recovery process, commission approval process, integrated resource
modeling as it relates to demand-side management, procurement, program design, communications, personnel procedures, budgeting and general company policies and procedures.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Sr. Business Analyst
Job Code: 8544, Exempt, Grade 14
Date Revised: 3/13/13
By: Greg Brown
General Purpose
Conducts analysis through research, gathering and interpretation of data, development of alternatives and recommendations. Presents analysis and recommendations to management and may implement selected
alternative. Analyses include, but are not limited to, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analysis, trending/forecasting, financial analysis, budget analysis and reporting.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Prepare key managerial performance reports for the organization.
Perform complex assignments lacking precedent and requiring creativity.
Serve as a subject matter expert and provide training and communication of changes in policies and procedures.
Provide advice or functional direction, and assume a lead role in the work group.
Perform audits and inquiries; assess business issues and risks within the organization.
Research and analyze complex data.
Analyze and compare actual project costs to authorized business costs.
Report on performance and develop alternatives and recommendations for improvement to management.
Lead implementation of selected alternative to various analysis projects.
Requirements for this position include:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or other applicable fields; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of five years of directly related experience in gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills.
Working knowledge of SAP.
Strong understanding of company capitalization policy.
Project management skills including project leadership, task identification, scheduling, and cost/expenditure identification.
Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and
presentation applications to gather, analyze, and model information.
Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with internal and external customers
regarding matters/issues which may be sensitive and complex in nature.
Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team; ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
Knowledge of applicable company policies and procedures; applicable federal, state, and local
governmental laws and regulations.
Preferences:
Knowledge and understanding of the electric utility industry and its regulatory and operating environments.
Understanding of project life cycles.
Understanding of FERC requirements.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Sr Business Spclst
Job Code: 8567, Exempt
Revision Date: 3/26/2007
By: Anne Bui
General Purpose
Provides advice and counsel to management and client organizations. Conducts special studies and analyses, develops alternatives, presents recommendations to management and influences management
decisions. Researches, analyzes, develops and implements new strategies, programs, and/or processes in response to changing internal and external conditions.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Gather and analyze critical information (demographics, condition, costs, lifecycle) from various sources.
Audit business system data and examine actuals against targets.
Analyze business processes, conduct special studies, develop alternatives and present recommendations to management and influence management decisions.
Identify and recommend long-range asset data management and system improvements to strategically balance risk and reward.
Develop and approve long range programs for assets.
Implement optimum life cycle and companion costs models for network assets.
Manage the budget process to ensure that all stakeholders have their needs met.
Report complex financial information in simple terms, and communicate throughout the organization.
Act as expert on maintaining financial integrity of the FERC data.
Research and analyze relevant data, evaluate complex situations, develop creative alternatives, provide
recommendations, and negotiate and influence outcomes.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of seven years’ experience in an applicable field directly related to position responsibilities.
Program design skills including development of interventions, processes, or new or modified programs to meet customer needs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills involving the ability to establish trust, maintain confidence,
and understand social behavior and interactions.
Ability to work with all organizational levels to influence actions and negotiate outcomes
Ability to listen and communicate effectively through oral and written means.
Proficient with the use of personal computers to gather, analyze, and summarize data.
Project management and leadership skills, including the ability to work as a team member, to maintain
project timelines, budgets, and deliver on commitments.
Knowledge of research, analysis and consulting techniques, Company policies, procedures, practices, and
applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
Preferences:
Previous Utility Operations experience in a financial role.
Previous supervisory or lead experience is desired
Experience of guiding and creation of budget/reporting processes.
The ability to manage client and vendor relationships.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Program Mgr
Job Code: 8692, Exempt, Grade 17
Revision Date: 8/28/2009
By: Jan Lambert
General Purpose
Manages the day-to-day operations of a geographic territory, region, location or functional unit that has a
significant impact on corporate, business unit, or organizational objectives. Establishes and implements
business objectives, strategies, and plans. Manages and allocates financial and employee resources. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees and responsible for management of
employee salaries. Implements and supports Company programs and policies. Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Develop and execute a comprehensive program to include both short and long range objectives.
Develop program strategy.
Develop program designs, procedures, support materials, and training to support programs.
Present program design, procedures, budget and results to internal and external audiences ranging from
executive to technical.
Maintain general knowledge of similar work performed by other utilities aqs it relates to segment and actively
incorporate it into program design and delivery.
Identify new and innovative programs and projects to meet corporate objectives and customer needs.
Evaluate programs, and refine as required.
Develop and manage projects in connection with account management, customer contacts and potential
join venture partners.
Manage program vendors as appropriate.
Research and maintain currency on similar work performed by other utilities, and actively incorporate it into program designs, delivery and strategies as appropriate.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and
experience.
A minimum of seven years professional experience.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, execute policy, monitor resources, and manage the development or implementation of a system, program, or process.
Leadership and teamwork skills to provide input into policy decisions and to mobilize resources to produce desired business results.
Communication and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate employees.
Use oral and written communication to communicate objectives and action plans.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Sr. Business Admntr
Job Code: 8744, Exempt, Grade 13
Revision Date: 3/13/13
By: Greg Brown
General Purpose Administers program(s) and/or function(s) involving development, implementation, coordination,
maintenance, communication and reporting.
Responsibilities of this position include the following:
Administer business unit processes, programs and systems.
Provide reporting on business/operational data, plans, and processes.
Distribute incoming requests in a timely manner and monitor requests against identified deadlines.
Compile, organize, and summarize data from multiple sources and maintain reference information and
databases.
Ensure activities are performed in accordance with contract, corporate, and regulatory agency
requirements.
Audit business system data.
Forecast performance, business processes, and conduct moderately complex studies.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of five years’ experience in administrative or coordination activities that have contributed to the
development of proven administrative and development skills.
Program, practice or policy management and development skills.
Analysis, assessment and investigation skills to determine recommendations or plans of action.
Ability to develop alternatives, standards or practices within defined areas but for which are ambiguous or
unprecedented.
Ability to delegate responsibilities and workload based upon priority and skill level.
Proven ability to multi-task and balance the workload to ensure consistent focus and effort on all priorities of
the department.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills including ability to consult and resolve internal or external customer issues which may be sensitive in nature.
Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds; ability to work as a member of a team; ability to present alternatives and recommendations.
Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing,
presentation applications and mainframe and working knowledge of SAP.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices; applicable federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations.
Preferences:
Experience in reviewing developed processes and identifying efficiencies.
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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Job Title: Program Manager
Job Code: 8692, Exempt, Grade 17
Revision Date: 9/29/2014
By: Matthew Swanson
General Purpose:
Responsible for the identification, quantification, valuation and development of demand side resource opportunities,
providing analysis and information critical for their consideration in integrated resource plan and to their acquisition through the Company’s demand side management programs. Establishes and implements business objectives,
strategies and plans. Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget.
Responsibilities of this position include the following
Responsible for the technical analysis and cost/benefit analysis of new programs or changes to existing programs, maintaining relevant measure performance assumptions, and making necessary measure assumption changes due to program evaluation information, changing market conditions and/or advancing
codes and standards;
Identify cost effective load management and energy efficiency opportunities and develop acquisition
strategies consistent with the unique protocol established by each state commissions;
Responsible for demand-side information on resource size, shape, operating characteristics, and costs for the development of the company’s integrated resource and business plans.
Integrate demand-side resource options into the company’s integrated resource plan consistent with commission(s) orders.
Ensure the valuation of load management and energy efficiency resources is comparable to supply-side
resource options and consistent with the unique protocol established by each state commission.
Assist in the preparation the company’s ten year business plan and coordinate data with the company’s load forecasting group.
Create, modify and/or eliminate load management and energy efficiency programs to ensure compliance with tariffs and cost effectiveness.
Prepare data responses supporting programs as needed.
May serve as company liaison with organizations such as, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council,
Regional Technical Forum, Southwest Energy Efficiency Project, Energy Trust of Oregon, etc.
Requirements for this position include the following:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of seven years professional experience with energy efficiency and/or load management
technologies, resource evaluation and valuation.
Demonstrated experience in demand-side resource market analysis, resource modeling, technology knowledge, and performance/delivery contracting.
Demonstrated knowledge of the application of residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural DSM technologies in areas including lighting, HVAC, building envelope, refrigeration, motors, controls, compressed air systems, material handling systems and industrial processes.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, execute policy, monitor resources, and manage the development or implementation of a system, program, or process.
Leadership and teamwork skills to provide input into policy decisions and to mobilize resources to produce
desired business results.
Communication and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate employees.
Use oral and written communication to communicate objectives and action plans.
Preferences:
Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.) and/or Certified Energy Manager (C.E.M.) preferred
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.
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