Financial Analyst - Residential Utilities Division

Working Title: Financial Analyst - Residential Utilities Division

Job Class: Legal Assistant 7 or 8

Agency: Attorney General's Office

• Job ID : 83102

• 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 : 01/08/2025

• Closing Date : 01/29/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Attorney General's Office

• Division/Unit : Attorney Gen. / ResidentialUtilities

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Legal Assistant 7Salary Range: $31. 61 - $47. 69 / hourly; $66,001 - $99,576 / annually

• Legal Assistant 8Salary Range: $34. 00 - $55. 08 / hourly; $71,000 - $115,000 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (/mn. gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

*Priority consideration may be given to those that apply before 01/21/2025; interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.

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.

The Office is currently seeking a Financial Analyst in the Residential Utilities Division of the Office.

Financial Analysts in the Residential Utilities Division (RUD) work closely with the division manager and attorneys on contested utility rate increase requests, public utilities proceedings, civil investigations, and other matters that advance the interests of residential and small business utility customers. The position involves the preparation of written testimony, comments, and analysis. RUD Financial Analysts support investigations and cases litigated by attorneys, take primary responsibility for certain matters where appropriate, and serve as expert witnesses in contested case proceedings. Financial Analysts should understand and implement the mission of the Attorney General's Office and be dedicated to public service.

A successful candidate in this position will be able to:

• Support and collaborate with attorneys on contested cases and other matters such as:

• Reviewing and analyzing utility filings to identify potential issues for the division

• Drafting written testimony and discovery, as well as reviewing and providing feedback and supporting analysis for briefs, comments, and other written work

• Analyzing and synthesizing data into reports for attorneys as needed

• Conducting research on utility practices, financial issues, and legislation

• Take primary responsibility for Public Utilities Commission (PUC) matters within the financial analyst area of expertise such as:

• Reviewing utility filings and staying current on utility developments to identify possible matters for RUD to be involved in

• Drafting written comments

• Attending PUC agenda meetings to support attorneys

• Participating in stakeholder meetings related to PUC proceedings

• Summarizing positions and providing updates to the division manager and leadership

This position is eligible for hybrid work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in an accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis

• At least 2 years work experience in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis (additional education can substitute for work experience)

• Knowledge of or willingness to learn:

• investigative techniques, methods, and procedures

• substantive knowledge of public utilities regulation and energy and telecommunications fields

• Skill in:

• organization, planning, attention to detail, and initiative to handle multiple caseload assignments concurrently

• excellent verbal and written communications

• intermediate to advanced proficiency with spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel)

• Demonstrated ability to:

• compile and summarize data and prepare records or reports in a clear, logical, and objective manner that requires minimal editing.

• organize, review, analyze, and summarize large amounts of information

• develop and maintain strong working relationships, contribute positively to a team and work in a diverse, inclusive, creative, and collaborative work environment

Additional Minimum Qualifications to be considered at the LA8 level include:

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields that require quantitative analysis or equivalent work experience and/or

• At least 6 years' experience in accounting, finance, economics, engineering, or related fields

• Significant knowledge of and expertise in related subject matter

• Demonstrated ability to:

• lead the work of others with a history of providing training and mentorship

• create, implement, and update systems, policies, and procedures

IMPORTANT! All applicants must prepare two documents to upload and submit with their application: 1) Resume; and 2) A cover letter describing interest in the position or any relevant experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move and transport such articles as files, laptop computer and resource materials weighing up to 20 pounds

Additional Requirements

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. This background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (state employment records)

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employm.