Economist IA221126
State of Missouri
Jefferson City, MO0–6 yrs54m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, steam, water, and sewer utilities in Missouri, along with manufactured housing. This role contributes to ensuring that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable, and affordable rates. The Tariff/Rate Design Department evaluates and makes recommendations on all investor-owned electric tariff filings and participates in formal cases by providing technical support and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply quantitative economic methods and statistical analysis to topics impacting utility ratemaking.
- Perform weather-normalization of utility sales and revenues.
- Conduct class cost-of-service studies.
- Develop billing units and revenues.
- Formulate load research studies.
- Determine rate impacts.
- Verify analyses presented by regulated utilities, consultants, and other interested parties.
- Develop and provide recommendations to the Commission based on quantitative economic analysis.
- Position may require occasional in and out of state travel.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in economics from an accredited four-year college or university.
- Spreadsheet and word processing experience is essential.
- Computer simulation and database experience is preferred.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Experience with statistical, regression modeling, and/or weather normalization is preferred.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
- 0-6 years of relevant experience.