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The Public Utility Commission regulates the state’s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints.
We are committed to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Public Utility Commission of Texas. We are committed to the recruitment and promotion of a character-driven, competent, productive and diverse workforce. Our employees come from a broad range of professional backgrounds, from attorneys and engineers to administrative support staff, united by their passion to be accountable to the people of Texas and provide equitable, efficient, and effective regulation in an increasingly competitive environment.
We understand that motivated, knowledgeable staff are essential for the successful completion of our vital work. If you're ready to join our efforts to serve our fellow Texans by helping electric, water, sewer and telecom utilities attain and maintain compliance, we would love to hear from you. Working at the PUC will not only broaden your professional horizons, it will also make you part of a highly motivated, technically proficient and warmly collegial team of professionals. Apply today!
The BENEFITS of working at the PUC
In addition to an affirming work environment and a family-oriented culture, we offer an array of attractive benefits to our employees. A summary of benefits can be found at https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits
DIVISION – OFFICE OF POLICY AND DOCKET MANAGEMENT
POSITION TYPE - This is a hybrid position and is eligible for telecommuting up to two (2) days a week.
The Office of Policy and Docket Management is split into two separate sections, Policy Development and Docket Management.
The Policy Development section prepares papers for the Commissioner’s review before an open meeting. The Docket Management section processes all new incoming cases that are filed at the Commission.
OPDM also processes orders that are generated out of the open meetings and sends dockets to the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) where they conduct hearings.
OPDM is seeking a Deputy Commission Counsel with a strong initiative who has a desire to work in the utility regulatory industry and would like to expand their knowledge, skills and experience performing in the office. Work involves establishing goals and objectives consistent with Commission policy; establishing priorities and assessing progress in meeting goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and managing the division’s budget.
The ideal candidate will have the following required minimum qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a degree in business, engineering, law, public policy or related field;
- Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree;
- Licensed and eligible to practice law in Texas;
- Eight (8) years’ experience as a licensed attorney working in the electric, telecommunications, or water and sewer utility industry regulatory areas; and
- Three (3) years’ experience in management or directing programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with legal matters or programs related to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT).
- Experience working for or appearing before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the below link who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.
The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at:
Military Crosswalk for Deputy Commission Counsel
If you qualify for a Veteran Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation with your State of Texas Application. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Preference can be granted. Required documentation is as follows: Veteran – DD Form 214; Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried – Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300; Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300.
A detailed job description can be viewed on our website:
https://puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Jobs
Salary commensurate with qualifications.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Applications must contain complete job histories, which includes:
- Job title
- Dates of employment
- Name of employer
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Description of duties performed that demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying for
Note: Resumes do not take the place of this required information and applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS
To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list.
If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.
REMARKS
- All information provided in connection with an application for employment must be true and complete, and any misstatement, falsification, or omission of information may be grounds for refusal to hire or, if hired, termination.
- Salary commensurate with qualifications.
- 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 Public Utility Regulatory Act imposes certain restrictions on PUC employees' investments, professional activities, and relationships with regard to "public utilities," as defined by Texas Utilities Code § 11.004.
- The PUC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and recruits, hires, trains, and promotes into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or participation in protected activity. Female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
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