Mgr Regulatory Affairs bei PEPCO

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Manage the personnel and activities of the Regulatory Affairs group. Utilize expertise in Company regulatory policies, procedures and rate tariffs to serve as Pepco’s liaison with regulatory agencies. Facilitate communication between Pepco personnel and regulatory agencies. Monitor and communicate changes in regulatory rules and policy. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Serve as liaison between regulatory agencies (primarily the DC Public Service Commission) and the Company to provide information to or request action of the Commissioners and or Commission Staff. Responsibilities include attendance at all public meetings of the DC PSC and preparation of summaries of Commission actions or decisions for distribution to corporate management. 
• Lead and/or assist internal Company work groups in drafting PSC filings, analyzing and responding to compliance issues and developing regulatory strategy. Facilitate communications between Company personnel and regulatory personnel to assess the technical needs of regulators and to maximize their satisfaction. 
• Influence the success of rate case filings and other matters before the DC PSC by advocating the company's position before the Commission. 
• Influence and monitor changes in regulatory rules and policy in order to protect the company's interests and ensure that changes are in line with direction of the Company. This is accomplished through communications with other utilities, analysis of rate orders and interaction with state and national associations. 
• Promote Pepco's efforts to be a premier utility in the rates and regulatory areas by taking leadership responsibilities within trade associations and PSC working groups. 
• Interface with other departments in Pepco and represent Pepco to outside organizations engaged in similar business functions. Work collaboratively with teams across the organization to achieve business goals.  

JOB SCOPE

The Regulatory Affairs Manager is required to continuously monitor and influence all PSC activities and regulatory initiatives. Responsible for influencing outcome of pending proceedings. Strong relationships and expert knowledge in regulatory requirements are required to protect the Company against any financial loss and or regulatory fines. The job requires the ability to maintain strong, open relationships with regulators and their staff to ensure that the Company's policy objectives are given consideration. The job also requires attendance at industry associations and commissioners' association functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering, Political Science Economics or other related discipline and 7-10 years relevant experience; OR in lieu of degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience.
• MBA and/or JD; OR in lieu of degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of PSC regulations and relevant statutory provisions.
• Demonstrated high level of customer focus.
• Proven leadership ability in a high-performance culture.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively and foster culture change.
• Demonstrated ability to implement process enhancements and efficiencies including technology and performance.
• Demonstrated business acumen, employee awareness and ability to create value.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Regulatory affairs, utility operations, or public policy
• Experience managing filings and leading cross-functional initiative
• Familiarity with jurisdictional regulatory bodies and proceedings
• Proven ability to lead teams and initiatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience presenting to internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to identify regulatory trends and implications
• Experience in preparing for and participating in hearings
• Experience working across departments and with external agencies
• Ability to coordinate with legal, finance, and investor relations teams