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Xcel Energy Wildfire Regulatory Policy Specialist in Denver, Colorado
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
Position Summary
Partner with senior management to develop and document wildfire mitigation plans (WMPs), regulatory filings/responses, compliance filings/reporting, and strategies that support wildfire mitigation work. Consult with subject matter experts throughout the company to develop WMPs and strategies consistent with company goals. Communicate and work effectively with Operations teams to ensure plans are consistent with strategies. Coordinate with Regulatory team in assigned jurisdictions.
Essential Responsibilities
Develop, compile, and edit Wildfire Mitigation Plans. Communicate and work effectively with Operations teams to ensure plans are consistent with strategies. Ensure proper controls of documents are maintained. Provide clear written explanations of complex issues. Coordinate effectively with OpCo staff and regulatory case management teams to ensure WMPs are aligned with broader rate case and regulatory filings the company provides to regulators. Work and write in a time constrained environment. Meet WMP filing timelines.
Draft and develop effective discovery responses to questions related to wildfire mitigation plans and strategies. Solicit and screen feedback from stakeholders to incorporate as appropriate. Compile witness testimony and assist with witness preparation for hearing as necessary. Partner with Legal as needed on responses. Communicate regularly with management to ensure awareness of current content of WMPs and wildfire mitigation issues that impact the company.
Coordinate wildfire settlement negotiations with Finance, Business Units, and Regulatory team to ensure alignment and company interests are fully explored and represented. Collaborate with groups across Xcel Energy to ensure wildfire related regulatory filings will support fair cost recovery.
Prepare wildfire related compliance filings and reporting requirements as required. Track data required for wildfire related filings.
Advocate for the company's wildfire mitigation positions with internal and external stakeholders in a variety of forums (regulatory proceedings etc.). Integrate WMPs with overall disaster/emergency plans. Develop effective messages to communicate wildfire mitigation strategies and advocate for wildfire prevention strategies. Work with senior management to develop and promote regulatory policy positions. Partner with Corporate Communications staff on delivering messages.
Monitor industry trends and new developments in wildfire mitigation strategies. Attend conferences and other events to gather information and bring best practices to Xcel Energy. Share information acquired with key stakeholders and integrate it as appropriate into WMPs.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Business, Environmental Science, a social science, law, or other related field to provide background in written communication or regulatory policy work.
Minimum of six years of experience related to policy advocacy, communications, or regulatory field.
Previous experience in wildfire mitigation plans or policy/program advocacy is preferred.
Experience in dealing with regulatory filings is strongly preferred.
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Must be proficient in use MS Office Suite.
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com .
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $105,600.00 to $150,000.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
Deadline to Apply: 07/09/24
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