Description:

A Government Entity regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, steam, water and sewer utilities in Missouri. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates. The Staff Counsel Department represents the Commission Staff in matters relating to utility regulation before the Missouri Public Service Commission. Commission Staff is comprised of finance and industry-specific professionals. In addition to litigation, its duties include providing legal advice and guidance to Staff members, researching up-and-coming growth in areas such as energy efficiency and developing technology, and shaping future policy.

Responsibilities - What you'll do

Manage complex cases involving state and federal regulatory matters.
Litigation of public utility electric cases before the PSC on behalf of Commission Staff.
Cases involve matters such as utility rates, utility operation financing, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory law enforcement of Commission rules and laws.
The position serves as Deputy Counsel for electric issues at the Public Service Commission.
This position requires the ability to provide sound legal analysis and well-drafted documents under demanding deadlines.
The position requires the ability to mentor, train and supervise assigned subordinate attorneys in regulatory activities relating to the electric industry.
Position may require a moderate amount of in- and out-of-state travel.

Qualifications - All you need for success
Minimum Qualifications:

Four (4) years of progressively responsible legal experience in one or more fields of law directly related to utility regulation or governmental or administrative law; or
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in general litigation, administrative law, and/or government regulation of private enterprise required.
Demonstrated experience in written and oral advocacy and trial practice required.
Must be a member of the Missouri Bar or eligibility through reciprocity.
Readiness to assume first chair responsibilities in administrative litigation, demonstrate willingness to put in the time necessary to develop and maintain a thorough grasp of issues relating to the regulation of the electric industry, and demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Personal computer experience required, with knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
Must demonstrate excellent reasoning and writing skills.
Lack of post?secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.