The Public Utilities Commission ("Commission") regulates all chartered, franchised,certificated, and registered public service companies operating in the State of Hawaii ("State") that provide electricity, telecommunication, gas, private water and sewage, motor and water carrier transportation services and other entities as required by law ("regulated entities"). The Commission has statutory authority to enforce applicable State statutes, to establish and enforce administrative rules and regulations, and to set policies and standards. 

The Office of Policy and Research ("Office") provides comprehensive and technical policy analysis and research; financial, statistical, and economic evaluations; legislative and media support functions; and assists with the development of Commission rules and policies. 

Purpose of the position: 
The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: managing the Commission's legislative program; supervising staff assigned to legislative duties; representing the Commission in engagements with stakeholders; consulting with the Commission and staff to develop and/or execute strategic initiatives and programmatic goals; providing external responses and media support; researching and reporting on policy developments and industry trends; conducting research and analysis on regulatory proceedings before the Commission, particularly as related to legislative and regulatory policy goals; representing the Commission on task forces and working groups; and other duties as appropriate. 

 Knowledge: This position requires knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of the Commission, its general orders, rules, tariffs and decisions and orders; applicable Hawaii Revised Statutes; the legislative process; the basic principles, concepts, and terminology of economics and regulation; various forms of communication; research and statistical methods, techniques and procedures; economic resource materials and sources.

Skills/ Abilities: Demonstrated ability to develop and advance policy initiatives; make sound policy recommendations; collaborate with stakeholders, including elected and appointed officials; manage projects and assigned personnel; understand complex matters and present them in an actionable form; prepare research reports and summaries; speak and write effectively; operate in an unpredictable environment with rapid deadlines; deal effectively and diplomatically with the public, media, or other stakeholders; efficiently carry out technical projects within specified timetables; gather, compile, analyze and interpret data; maintain confidentiality in the use of confidential information; and to maintain regular attendance.

Education: This position requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 24 semester hours in political science, economics, or a related field.

Experience: This position requires three (3) years of relevant professional work experience in legislative affairs, public policy, or communications, in addition to one (1) year of experience in energy policy, utility regulation, or a related field. This experience should demonstrate a deep understanding of the state legislative process, strong written and verbal communications, and relevant subject matter knowledge. A master's degree in public policy, communications, or a related field may be substituted for up to two years of the required work experience.Required

Licenses, Certificates, etc.: N/A

TOOLS, EQUIPMENT & MACHINES

This position requires the use of computing devices, such as desktop, laptop, and
mobile; with peripherals, networking devices and software; as well as commonly-used office machines and equipment such as copiers, facsimile machines, scanners, calculators, and paper shredders. 

 WORKING CONDITIONS - 

Conditions are primarily sedentary indoor office work. As required, this position may be required to work beyond normal business hours in order to meet the frequent deadlines with short turnaround times; and may include travel. 

This position is exempt from the civil service and considered temporary in nature. Therefore, if you are appointed to the position, your employment will be considered to be "at will," which means that you may be discharged from your employment at the prerogative of your department head or designee at any time.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please complete and submit an Application for Non-Civil Service Appointment (HRD 278).                                                              Applications can be found at : https://puc.hawaii.gov/
Position number is: EX-121798
Submit resume and HRD 278 Form via email to:
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Public Utilities Commission Personnel Office: puc.personnel@hawaii.gov

Direct all inquiries regarding this position to:
Clarice Schafer or M. Anand Samtani, at (808) 586-2020,
Monday - Friday, 7:45 am - 4:30pm, HST

NOTE: The State Recruiting Office will refer you to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs regarding this exempt position. Recruitment #EX-121798