Regulatory Analyst
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Salary
$70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
Location
Denver Metro, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
EFA-JrRegPoli-06.02.26
Department
Colorado Energy Office
Opening Date
07/06/2026
Closing Date
7/19/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
1600 Broadway, Suite 1960, Denver, CO 80202
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
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Department Information
This mission of the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and consumer energy costs by advancing clean energy, energy efficiency and zero emission vehicles to benefit all Coloradans. The Colorado Energy Office is a great place to work, with collaborative and talented employees who are passionate about our mission and a flexible hybrid (work from home/work from office) atmosphere. Employees report high satisfaction with their work, their colleagues and manager, and CEO leadership. Join us!
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Governor's Office staff should demonstrate a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility (EDIA) in the workplace to fulfill the promise of a Colorado For All (https://www.colorado.gov/governor/gov-polis) . Staff are expected to participate in learning opportunities and training to increase their knowledge around EDIA, have a growth mindset, and embed new learnings and skills into daily business practices. Creating inaccessible digital content such as web pages, emails, presentations, or documents leaves the state open to fines up to $3,500 based on the language in House Bill 21-110 (https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/hb21-1110) . Staff should strive to make all digital content accessible using provided accessibility resources (https://sites.google.com/a/state.co.us/governors-office-intranet/internal-operations/accessibility) .
Description of Job
Starting Salary: $70,012.80 - $90,001.60 Annually
*This position is eligible for a hybrid and/or remote working arrangement. Hybrid positions are expected to be present at the office location for no less than one day per work week.
CEO is seeking a Regulatory Analyst to advance the office's work at the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC). This position will be part of CEO's Policy unit and will be central to implementing electric utility energy plans to meet an 80 percent emissions reduction by 2030 and working to support nation-leading policy to reduce GHG emissions from electric and gas utilities, transportation, and building sectors. This position will work under the guidance of a team lead on individual PUC proceedings, but is expected and encouraged to contribute to proposing positions and regulatory strategy as part of the collaborative decision making process on the policy team.
Regulatory Duties
Track new and on-going PUC proceedings
Participate in PUC proceedings as part of the case team
Review testimony in assigned proceedings, provide a summary to Office leadership, including identifying key issues and presenting recommendations for positions that are consistent with Office and administration policy
Draft testimony and develop the experience to sponsor testimony and appear as a witness
Participate in strategy development for Public Utilities Commission proceedings under supervision of team leadership
Participate in weekly Regulatory group meetings and brief leadership on ongoing proceedings
Develop notices of intervention, comments, statements of position, briefs, and other filings, as well as internal memos
Organize and maintain case files for assigned proceedings
Research current and potential Colorado policies that align with and further CEO's statutory mission
Maintain technical and industry expertise
Stakeholder Engagement
Conduct stakeholder engagement in order to build coalitions around common interests and participate in regulatory settlement discussions
Other
Employees currently are expected to work in office one full day per week, typically on the assigned team day, or as directed by their supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
1 to 4 years of progressively responsible technical research and analysis experience in public utilities regulation or transportation electrification.
Knowledge of the utility sector required, and experience with quantitative analysis of energy or energy regulatory issues.
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills
High level of initiative and ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Excellent computer skills including the Microsoft Office and Google suite
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred experience with Colorado's electric sector.
Preferred knowledge of utility ratemaking principles, general rate cases (GRCs), revenue requirements, and capital investment evaluations, and some experience writing or analyzing testimony for PUC proceedings, appearing as a witness for PUC proceedings, or other quantitative analysis of energy or energy regulatory issues.
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A cover letter and resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about your background and experience to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience in the required elements, including your experience and achievements.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
Annual leave accrued at 13.33 hours per month (4 weeks a year)
Sick leave accrued at 6.66 hours a month (10 days a year)
11 paid holidays per year
Medical and dental plans
State paid life insurance policy of $50,000
Choice of 2 retirement plans
401K and 457 plans
State paid Short Term Disability coverage
Additional optional life and disability plans
Credit Union Membership
RTD pass
Training and professional development
To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits .
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.
Employer
State of Colorado
Address
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Website
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