The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) is accepting applications for the position of Chief General Counsel. The position advises the Commission on regulatory matters, including rulemakings and adjudicatory proceedings involving the regulation of electric and gas utilities, telecommunications providers and motor carriers.  The position represents the Commission in federal and state courts. Responsibilities include overseeing the day to day operations of General Counsel Division including case management and assignment.

The position requires extensive knowledge of administrative law practice and procedures and of substantive law in the areas regulated by the Commission; ability to draft clear, concise legal documents, as well as to prioritize within a heavy workload environment.

Apply: Submit letter of interest, writing sample, resume and three references to: Human Resources, Attention: Rene Kepler, Renes.Kepler@prc.nm.gov  or NMPRC P.O. Box 1269, Santa Fe, NM 87504-1269. This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum qualifications:  JD from an accredited law school; ten years of experience in the practice of law, including at least four years of administrative or regulatory law practice and three years of staff supervision; admission to the New Mexico Bar or commitment to taking and passing Bar Exam within six months of hire.  Background in public utilities with a focus on renewable energy resources strongly preferred.

About New Mexico Public Regulation Commission

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) regulates the utilities, telecommunications, and motor carrier industries to ensure fair and reasonable rates, and to assure reasonable and adequate services to the public as provided by law. The PRC promotes public safety through the offices of the Pipeline Safety Bureau and Transportation Division.

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