Deputy Attorney General - Utility Regulation

Unit: Utility Regulation • Location: Oklahoma City, OK • Full-time, regular position

About the role

The Office of Attorney General’s Utility Regulation Unit represents and protects the interests of the state’s utility consumers (ratepayers) in administrative and civil proceedings affecting utility rates, charges, and terms and conditions of service. The Attorney General is the State’s principal consumer advocate, working to keep utility customer rates reasonable and affordable.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for utility consumers in proceedings before the Oklahoma Corporation Commission through oral presentation and motion practice.
• Appear before state appellate courts and federal administrative agencies on public utility rate issues.
• Mediate or negotiate large-stakes issues with interested parties in proceedings.
• Research, analyze, and present complex financial and legal information tailored to the targeted audience.
• Supervise, direct, and marshal unit staff duties and responsibilities.
• Manage employment or staffing decisions in conjunction with OAG senior staff.
• Coordinate and promote collaboration within teams of attorneys, accountants, and analysts.
• Advise the Attorney General and senior OAG staff on issues, arguments, and cases pending before the Corporation Commission or on appeal.
• Provide counsel on proposed legislation affecting public utilities and the Attorney General’s role in advocating for utility consumers before the Corporation Commission.
• Establish and effectively maintain positive relationships and provide clear communication with outside stakeholders, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Southwest Power Pool, partners, and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in the State of Oklahoma.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in the practice of law, including substantial litigation and/or administrative experience.
• Substantial experience in areas of litigation and/or administrative practice, including discovery, hearings, and preparing written legal briefs.
• Critical thinker, self-starter, and organized presenter.
• Ability to navigate political considerations inherent in the role.
• Some travel is required.
• Must agree in writing to complete and satisfactorily pass a background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Substantial experience in public utility rate regulation, accounting, finance, and/or energy markets.