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Minnesota Department of Commerce

Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator; Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator

Minnesota Department of Commerce, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199

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Working Title: Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator

Job Class: Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator

Agency: Commerce Department

Job ID: 90058

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full‑Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted: 11/05/2025

Closing Date: 11/24/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE

Division/Unit: Energy Resources / Energy Regulation & Planning

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Salary Range: $38.55 - $57.35 / hourly; $80,492 - $119,746 / annually

Classified Status: Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

What You’ll Do The work you’ll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans.

The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. The primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.

Responsibilities This position serves as a technical expert and lead for cross‑functional complex dockets and issues for staff in the Financial Analysis Unit.

It provides highly technical testimony and written documentation for the Department of Commerce on matters before the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Regional Transmission Organizations (MISO or SPP), and/or the Minnesota Legislature.

The coordinator develops work plans and strategies for routine and highly complex and often contested natural gas and electric utility proceedings, which may be in both state and federal jurisdictions.

The coordinator serves as technical expert for the agency in one or more of the following areas: MISO/SPP and FERC issues, gas and electric rate cases, rate riders, fuel forecasts and true‑ups, service reliability & service quality, demand entitlement, hedging, gas planning and operations, depreciation and decommissioning, rate of return and capital structure.

The position provides technical guidance, direction and expertise to management and staff in these and other sensitive cases and dockets.

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in the energy industry.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, Pre‑Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.

An Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.

Additional evaluation will consider:

Experience preparing recommendations to decision‑making bodies (Boards, Commissions, Councils, etc.).

Experience training and coaching peers.

Project management experience.

Skills in technical writing.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, & Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

Participation with contested case proceedings and hearings and preparation of related testimony and adjustments.

Experience with the regulated gas and electric industries.

Experience in auditing or taxes.

Experience working on any of the following: rate riders, fuel forecasts and tune‑ups, service reliability and service quality, demand entitlements, hedging, depreciation and decommissioning, affiliated interest, rate of return, and capital structures.

Physical Requirements Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.

Additional Requirements Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job‑related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

How To Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Anna Rollinger at anna.rollinger@state.mn.us or 651‑539‑1860.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers.

State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities.

If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651‑259‑3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.

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