Managing Director (Program Specialist VII)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Manage programs and activities related to the oversight and enforcement of electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utility regulation. Oversee staff engaged in reviewing and analyzing compliance with Commission rules and working on rulemaking projects and reports within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utility industries. Maintain working relationships with representatives of industry and consumers, other state agencies, and other Commission staff members. Advise the Division Director regarding status of current projects and emerging regulatory issues. Work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Lead a team of experts with strong knowledge of oversight and enforcement policy issues of the competitive electric, telephone, and water and sewer utility industries.
  • Oversee workload and progress; plan, coordinate and assign work to staff to include guidance, training and delegation of authority, review work prepared by staff analysts.
  • Establish goals, policies, and work plans for the Oversight and Enforcement division; develop and implement ways to improve the efficiency of the division.
  • Provide leadership in policy formulation related to the electric related to electricity competition and assist staff with developing positions in regulatory proceedings.
  • Lead division as a cohesive, focused team; ensure appropriate workload and provide adequate training opportunities for staff.
  • Maintain and encourage robust and effective communication.
  • Provide recommendations on staffing, budget, performance, merits, and promotions.
  • Identify issues that need to be addressed, and seek input from the Division Director.

Type: Full-time
*The salary for an ERS Retiree or non-contributing member will be 9.5% less than the offered salary.

Part-time

Temporary

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  • Provide leadership and participate with others to resolve issues and assist with establishing Commission policies and procedures.
  • Assist staff in determining the need for investigation or enforcement actions.
  • Coordinate with the other PUC divisions regarding oversight and enforcement.
  • Coordinate with Commissioners’ offices regarding oversight and enforcement policies.
  • Continue professional development in areas relevant to duties.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s or post-graduate degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in economics, business administration, finance, public policy, engineering, law or related field; and
  • Three (3) years’ experience working in either the electric, telecommunications, or water and sewer utility industry and/or in government regulation.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Experience directing program activities and overseeing the work of others.
    • Electric, telecommunications, water and sewer utility, or related industry work experience, including

    participation in regulatory proceedings to develop policy for the industry, participation in the legislative process, or similar responsible duties.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    • Proficiency in the use of personal computers, specifically with Microsoft Word and Excel.
    • Knowledge of Commission rules, policies, and procedures.
    • Leadership and motivational skills.
    • Ability to communicate complex concepts, orally and in writing, to persons with little or no specialized

    economic training or industry knowledge.
    • Ability and willingness to work harmoniously and communicate effectively with other staff members, industry

    representatives, and the public.
    • Understanding of framework of competitive electric or telephone market in Texas. • Ability to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work schedule.

    REMARKS

  • An internal applicant who is selected for a position in their current salary group with the same or new state classification title will not receive a salary increase.
  • Candidates invited to interview may be given a writing skills exercise.
  • If required for position, licensure as a Professional Engineer or to practice law in Texas will be verified on the

    selected candidate through either the Professional Board of Engineers or the State Bar of Texas.

  • Some positions may require additional work hours including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays to meet critical

    deadlines. Employees will earn compensatory time or overtime dependent on FLSA status.

  • More than one position may be filled under this posting. Employees are required to comply with agency policies

    and provisions outlined in the employee handbook.

  • The job posting in no way states or implies that the duties listed above are exclusive. Employees are required to

    perform other duties as may be assigned.

  • A satisfactory driving record is required for driving a state or personal vehicle to conduct agency business. Selected

    candidates will have their driving record evaluated in accordance with the Commission’s Traffic Safety policy.

  • For males born on or after January 1, 1960, the PUC will verify proof of Selective Service registration through the online Selective Service System. Any males born after January 1, 1960 who are not registered will need to provide

    proof of exemption from the Selective Service registration requirement.

  • The Public Utility Commission participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA)

    and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form

    I-9 to confirm work authorization.

  • The PUC has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
  • Female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • The PUC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,

    national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services.

  • In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the PUC will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with a disability. An individual requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources

    at (512) 936-7060 or humanresources@puc.texas.gov.
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