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Utility Analyst 1
Occupation Group
Service Regulation and Compliance
Salary Information
Starting Salary
$51,268
Career Ladder Information
| Title | Grade | Hiring Rate/yr | Job Rate/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility Analyst Trainee 1 | 13 | $49,363 | $63,169 |
| Utility Analyst Trainee 2 | 14 | $52,198 | $66,634 |
| Utility Analyst 1 | 18 | $65,001 | $82,656 |
| Utility Analyst 2 | 23 | $84,156 | $106,454 |
| Utility Analyst 3 | 27 | $103,784 | $127,830 |
All salary grades for trainees titles are non-statutory (NS) equated to the salary grade identified. These grade equations apply to the starting salaries in their respective salary schedule for the traineeship levels.
Job Description
Individuals in this job title collect and analyze information/data, review and prepare audit reports with regard to electric, steam, gas and water utility management methods, practices, and procedures. They review and evaluate utility company records and activities in the following areas: rates proceedings and incentive plans; tariff and/or compliance filings; costs allocations and rate design; cost of service; supply planning; depreciation studies; policy analysis and promotion; system operations and planning; quality of service; promotion of safety; federal intervention policy analysis; federal intervention markets and rates; and industry consolidation.
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Advanced Placement
If chosen, you may, at the agency's discretion, be appointed to a higher level. You must inform the agency of any additional qualifications at your interview.
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- Transmission distribution or production planning, design, construction, operation, safety, or certification
- Policy formation or implementation
- Revenue requirement determination
- Cost allocation
- Tariff analysis and rate design
- Competitive energy markets
- Management and operational audits
- Implementation and evaluation of energy efficiency programs, renewable generation portfolios and green marketing efforts
How to Apply
The November 2022 PCO Examination is closed, applications are no longer being accepted