Posted: 10-Dec-25
Location: Lacey, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: $100,000 - $108,000
Salary Details:
Additional Information:
Internal Number: 2025-08559
WASHINGTON UTILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Respect. Professionalism. Integrity. Accountability.
Help protect the consumers of Washington state!
Senior Regulatory Analyst
Range of Consideration: Washington Management Service (WMS) - Band 2. The starting salary offer will be determined based on the successful candidates’ qualifications within the salary range of $100,000 - $108,000 annually. However, to allow room for growth and progression increases, the salary band maximum is $130,320 annually.
This recruitment is open until December 21, 2025, at 11:59pm.
UTC reserves the right to render a hiring decision and/or choose to close or extend this recruitment at any given time. Applications for this recruitment could be used to fill comparable positions that open within the next 60 days.
The Opportunity:
The UTC seeks to fill the role of Senior Regulatory Analyst within the Energy Planning section to provide technical analysis and recommendations necessary for the commission’s decision-making processes with respect to energy planning, rates charged, and the terms and conditions. This is accomplished by analyzing technical information and presenting it clearly and accurately, identifying the critical points in filings, and balancing stakeholder interests. The Senior Regulatory Analyst is responsible for providing expert-level recommendations on the most complex issues with the highest and broadest impact on multibillion dollar gas and electric utilities and energy customers, and other communities and populations within Washington.
Hybrid:
Although this is a hybrid opportunity, the successful incumbent must reside within Washington state and must be available to report to the Lacey, Washington headquarters building as needed.
Travel:
Moderate travel during and outside normal work hours throughout the state or country may be required.
Who We Are:
Our mission is to protect the people of Washington by ensuring that investor-owned utility and transportation services are safe, equitable, reliable, and fairly priced. We protect consumers by regulating the rates, services, and practices of private or investor-owned utilities and transportation companies to ensure they are safe, equitable, reliable, and affordable.
The UTC is continually recognized for its excellence and integrity as a regulatory agency, as we challenge the status quo and ourselves to ensure equitable outcomes for our customers and the people of Washington State.
We recognize that our employees are the key to the agency’s success. We are committed to our work but value balance with our personal lives. We demonstrate our commitment to employees by providing an environment that stimulates professional growth, and offers continuing learning opportunities, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits or working at UTC, please visit our website.
What We Offer Our Employees:
- UTC fosters an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, while striving to hire and retain a workforce from the communities we serve.
- We place importance on a healthy balance between personal and professional lives; offering flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and mobile/telework opportunities.
- Through the state, our employees (and their families) are offered options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
- We offer enrollment into the state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan.
- Throughout the calendar year, employees receive a minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year, 11 paid holidays, and one (1) personal holiday in addition to accruing sick leave.
Our Values:
- Respect: We treat every person and interaction with consideration and goodwill.
- Professionalism: We are committed to excellence in our work and conduct.
- Integrity: We do the right things for the right reasons - trusting others to do the same.
How to Apply:
Interested in joining the UTC team? Apply at careers.wa.gov. We only consider candidates for further screening if the following documents are attached to your completed application packet.
- Letter of Interest describing how you meet the position qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate.
- Resume detailing your applicable experience and education.
- References: At least three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers and email addresses. One (1) contact MUST be your current or most recent supervisor.
The initial screening of candidates will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application, including answers provided to the Supplemental Questionnaire, along with the required attachments - letter of interest, resume, and references submitted as part of the application process.
Please note, see resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application or supplemental questionnaire.
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Duties
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What you’ll do:
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Energy Planning, the Senior Regulatory Analyst performs the most complex economic, statistical, or technical analysis related to high-profile filings, rulemakings, or other projects that carry substantial statewide importance or public interest, and reviews analytical work products from across the Energy sections.This position is responsible for advanced level expertise involving energy resource planning, rulemakings, performance-based regulations (PBR), mergers, tariff revisions, economic issues, and energy policy interpretations.
Additional duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Leads complex, technical analysis related to clean energy planning and its implementation.
- Provides the commission with expert level recommendations to decisions for energy planning filings through testimony, formal written memoranda, commissioner briefings, public presentations, and in formal adjudications and open meetings. Assignments are highly unusual, strategically critical, and publicly sensitive with the highest degree of complexity.
- Responds to external inquiries and provides technical assistance to regulated electric and gas companies, unregulated entities, interested people, customers, shareholders, industry groups, law firms, and federal and state agencies. Conducts site and company visits to support analysis of complex filings.
- Conducts expert evaluations and complex technical reviews, financial statements, cost-benefit analysis, regulatory or economic theories, policy assessments, and other data and evidence. Utilizes utility modeling to assess energy resource planning and support the delivery of reliable, cost-effective utility services.
- Participates in advisory groups or speaking engagements and is willing and able to travel, sometimes on short notice. Moderate travel during and outside normal work hours throughout the state or country may be required.
- Designs and leads quarterly staff training and mentoring junior staff members on energy planning related national and state issues, including new legislative initiatives, regulatory theory and principles, policies, rulemakings, tariffs, and legal standards. Provides ongoing mentorship and direction to strengthen staff judgment, analytical skills, and policy application.
- Demonstrates leadership competencies and leads complex rulemakings related to energy planning and program implementation, providing regulatory and policy expertise to guide staff analyses and recommendations on energy program filings. These filings often involve petitions, tariff filings, rate revision requests, and proposals for new energy offerings that significantly affect consumers.
- Translates complex technical information into clear and accessible language for both technical and non-technical audiences. Communicates findings and recommendations through memoranda, formal testimony, and presentations related to tariff filings, petitions, and other requests from utilities and interested parties, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and a coherent narrative flow.
- Evaluates complex fiscal notes and engages with policymakers, agency leaders, Commissioners, policy advisors, stakeholders, state agencies, industry advocates, and company representatives on strategically important issues. Facilitates negotiations between parties and assesses the fiscal impacts of proposed actions or agreements.
- Conducts expert level technical research directly relevant to the regulation of public utilities in Washington state, analyzing complex key commission orders, policy statements, and industry trends and developments regionally and nationally. Provides insights that inform current and future commission proceedings.
- Provides the commission with expert recommendations on administrative rules, policies, standard procedures, the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), tariff requirements, commission rules, and applicable federal and state laws. Ensures that individuals seeking guidance clearly understand the relevant regulatory requirements.
- Initiates major projects, exercising strategic judgment and primary responsibility for project management. Coordinates the efforts of multiple analysts to successfully achieve project objectives.
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Supplemental Information
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READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:
- This position is included in the Washington Management Service (WMS) and covered under civil service rules.
- This position is exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the UTC, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the candidate needed for this or other roles.
All information may be verified; additional documentation may be required. Candidates may be disqualified if the education and/or work experience does not include information used to meet the minimum qualifications of the job.
The UTC is an equal opportunity employer. We want to make sure you have an equal opportunity to join our team. Our commitment is making sure current and future employees are treated fairly and equally without regard to age, sex (including gender identity), race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or religious or political affiliation.
Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact humanresources@utc.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
For more information about the UTC, please visit:
www.utc.wa.gov, www.twitter.com/wautc and www.facebook.com/wautc
The State of Washington:
http://access.wa.gov
Required Education, Experience, and Competencies.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in business administration, economics, engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Education may be substituted by additional years of experience.
- At least 5 years of progressive experience in energy planning, forecasting, or policy guidance related to utility regulation or equivalent.
- Advanced knowledge of statistical modeling, forecasting techniques, energy marketing tools, and analysis.
- Demonstrated strategic experience leading cross-functional teams or complex projects through stakeholder engagement and using adaptive leadership to achieve defined outcomes while ensuring timelines and milestones are met.
- Extensive experience analyzing highly complex utility acquisition and resource planning issues within regulated utility environments to deliver informed operational decisions through advanced standards in writing.
- Advanced knowledge and experience working with utilizing comprehensive proven application of research methodologies to gather, assess, utilize data effectively (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, case studies, focus groups).
- Demonstrated experience in the ability to build relationships and maintaining cohesive internal and externally interested persons or groups.
- Strong proven ability to analyze large amounts of data and assimilate new information in easy-to-understand terms.
- Proven exhibition of strong communication skills on strategic initiatives to diverse internal and external audiences. Skilled in delivering information in a manner that aligns with an organization’s overall goals. Successfully able to convey information orally and written to a broad range of audiences.
- Possess advanced proficiency with experience in conducting comprehensive analysis and legal research.
- Skilled in drafting clear, precise, and effective legislative documents, including but not limited to: fiscal note analysis, rules, or policies that support overall goals, objectives or strategies of the organization.
Position Specific Competencies
- Judgment and Strategic Problem Solving – Demonstrates insight and wisdom in applying regulatory expertise and critical analysis to complex, high-stakes issues. Anticipates indirect or systemic impacts of proposals and filings, weighing risks and opportunities within a broader policy context. Champions solutions that balance regulatory integrity, organizational priorities, and stakeholder interests, while coaching and empowering staff to develop their own problem-solving capacity.
- Analytical and Strategic Thinking – Directs the design and execution of complex analyses that integrate quantitative, qualitative, and policy considerations. Evaluates competing perspectives to identify critical connections, risks, and implications. Prioritizes workload and resources by assessing the public interest value and long-term program impact of new or contested proposals.
- Regulatory and Policy Expertise – Interprets and applies economic, accounting, and legal frameworks with authority, ensuring recommendations are grounded in policy, precedent, and statutory requirements. Anticipates regulatory trends and integrates knowledge from multiple disciplines (economics, law, engineering, energy policy) to shape program direction and advise senior leaders. Persuasively communicates and negotiates staff positions to influence decision-makers and external stakeholders.
- Strategic Communication and Influence – Translates highly technical or contested issues into clear, audience-specific messages for Commissioners, policymakers, stakeholders, and the public. Frames issues with strategic context, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and public trust. Demonstrates situational awareness and cultural competency in all communications, adapting tone and approach to diverse stakeholders and communities.
- Inclusive and Collaborative Leadership – Fosters a culture of equity, inclusion, and respect within teams and across programs. Models accountability for equitable treatment of BIPOC and marginalized communities, proactively addressing inequities, and ensuring diverse perspectives inform recommendations. Builds consensus across conflicting viewpoints while upholding UTC values.
- Leadership and Program Direction – Sets vision, priorities, and expectations for staff teams and program outcomes. Demonstrates intellectual humility and emotional intelligence, creating a climate of trust and collaboration. Provides strategic guidance during difficult decisions, balancing competing interests to achieve sustainable outcomes.
- Program and Project Management – Oversees complex, multi-faceted projects and initiatives with significant regulatory and policy implications. Defines clear objectives, deliverables, roles, and success criteria. Ensures resources are allocated efficiently, monitors risks, and drives accountability for results. Facilitates collaboration across divisions, agencies, and stakeholders to achieve project and program success.
- Mentorship and Talent Development – Provides structured coaching and mentorship that builds staff expertise and confidence in regulatory analysis and decision-making. Adapts mentorship methods to meet diverse learning and communication needs. Develops future leaders by delegating responsibility and encouraging initiative.
- Quality Assurance and Peer Review – Oversees peer review processes to ensure staff deliverables meet high standards of accuracy, consistency, and accessibility. Provides feedback that is constructive, culturally aware, and aligned with organizational expectations, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement.
- Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism – Serves as a visible champion of antiracism and equity, ensuring regulatory practices and recommendations actively mitigate inequities. Leads by example in challenging biased policies and fostering inclusive decision-making processes.
- Customer and Stakeholder Focus – Builds strong, trust-based relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Anticipates needs, ensures commitments are met, and integrates stakeholder perspectives into recommendations where consistent with public interest. Actively seeks and responds to feedback to strengthen program outcomes.
- Results Orientation and Accountability – Drives staff and program outcomes by setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and holding self and others accountable for results. Anticipates obstacles and mobilizes resources to ensure deadlines, quality standards, and Commission expectations are consistently met.
- Adaptive Leadership – Navigates change with composure and strategic foresight. Anticipates emerging issues, adjusts program priorities, and guides staff through uncertainty. Turns challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth.
- Self-Development and Organizational Learning – Models continuous growth by pursuing learning opportunities, seeking feedback, and embracing challenges as opportunities for leadership development. Encourages a learning culture across the program by promoting training, cross-functional exposure, and professional development.
- Continuous Program Improvement – Champions Lean principles and other improvement methods to strengthen processes, increase efficiency, and enhance regulatory outcomes. Identifies systemic challenges and leads initiatives to modernize practices, streamline workflows, and improve organizational effectiveness.
UTC Leadership Principles (expected of all LEADERSHIP employees):
- Challenge Systems of Inequity
- Set the Example
- Strengthen Others
- Recognize Contributions
- Foster Collaboration
- Envision the Future
- Manage Your Program
- Challenge Your Business Processes
Equity Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)Competencies (expected of all employees):
- The ability to take action to learn and grow.
- The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
UTC Core Competencies (expected of all employees):
- Accountability
- DEI Knowledge, Understanding, & Commitment
- Self-Awareness and Commitment to Growth
- Cultivating Mutually Beneficial and Trusting Strategic Partnerships
- Inclusive Excellence & Allyship
- Measuring Success and Improvement
- Customer Focus
- Results Focus
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability/Flexibility
- Self-Development
- Continuous Process Improvement
Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
One or a combination of the following:
- An advanced degree in a relevant field, such as business administration, economics, financial accounting, law, or public utility regulation.
- Experience performing regulatory analysis for Washington state government.
- Experience in complex economic analysis, financial accounting, public utility regulation, public utility law, or utility operations.
- Advanced technical writing experience for decision makers or applying principles of legal or argumentative writing.
- Experience writing administrative rules or participating on a rulemaking at a regulatory agency.
- Experience implementing data analytical tools and concepts, including but not limited to experience organizing and performing data mining and cleaning, statistical modelling, data visualization, and Microsoft software packages (such as Power Query, PowerBI, and Power Automate).