Regulatory Consultant - Regulatory Consultant Principal (CCN) - AEP : Job Details

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Regulatory professional with developed technical knowledge in rate design theory and practice within AEP's state jurisdictions or external jurisdictions. Must have electric utility experience, industry activity knowledge, and understanding of cost of service and rate design related to new technologies and recovery strategies. Capable of applying theory to perform detailed mathematical analysis and solve problems with limited guidance. Must have a working knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, codes, systems, docket research, and business processes. Ability to communicate and coordinate across multiple organizations, including outside the AEP footprint, to develop innovative rate solutions for rate cases, recovery clauses, audits, compliance filings, policy matters, and other proceedings. Provides strategic regulatory input and supports negotiation strategies, with extensive knowledge of regulatory developments across jurisdictions, educating others on the interrelationships between cost drivers and revenue.

07-14-2025

What You'll Do:

• Facilitate regulatory tasks such as testimony development, responding to discovery, audits, witness preparation related to amendments to Certificates of Convenience and Necessity.
• Develop regulatory knowledge pertinent to the assigned function.
• Coordinate with internal teams for Monthly Construction Progress Reports filed with the Public Utility Commission.
• Interpret regulatory needs, implement projects, and address system-wide issues within your expertise, reviewing work of others.
• Identify and resolve complex problems, develop new ideas with system-wide impact, and work independently on complex regulatory strategies, effectively communicating with management and regulatory bodies.

What We're Looking For:

Regulatory Consultant:

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years relevant experience, or
• Associate's degree plus 6 years relevant experience, or
• High School diploma plus 8 years relevant experience.

Regulatory Consultant Senior:

• Bachelor's degree plus 4 years relevant experience, or
• Associate's degree plus 8 years relevant experience, or
• High School diploma plus 10 years relevant experience.

Regulatory Consultant Principal:

• Bachelor's degree plus 6 years relevant experience, or
• Associate's degree plus 10 years relevant experience, or
• High School diploma plus 12 years relevant experience.

Other Must Haves:

• Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to articulate strategy and guide management and witnesses.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Mandatory on-call work over weekends, holidays, and vacations as needed.
• Occasional travel for hearings, meetings, advocacy, and training.

Where You'll Work:

• Austin, TX or Corpus Christi, TX

COMPENSATION:

Regulatory Consultant (Grade 6): $72,380 - $90,475

Regulatory Consultant Senior (Grade 7): $85,081 - $106,354

Regulatory Consultant Principal (Grade 8): $96,110 - $124,941

• Comprehensive benefits and competitive pay offered.

At AEP, we prioritize putting the customer first and strive to deliver safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Join us if you're passionate about making a difference!

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Compensation Data

Grade: SP20-006

Range: $72,380 - $90,474.50 USD

The physical demand level is Sedentary Work, involving minimal exertion.

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