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State of Wyoming · 4 months ago

Attorney Office of Consumer Affairs 2025-02028

The State of Wyoming is seeking an Attorney for the Office of Consumer Advocate, which represents the interests of utility ratepayers. The role involves providing legal representation in various proceedings, ensuring compliance with laws, and managing contested cases.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Serve as lead counsel in contested utility cases before the Wyoming Public Service Commission, including presenting the OCA’s public interest position through oral and written testimony, legal arguments, cross-examination of witnesses, and post-hearing briefs
Act as case manager for assigned proceedings, ensuring timely preparation and filing of all legal pleadings, testimony, briefs, and procedural documents
Coordinate and advise OCA analysts and consultants in developing testimony and exhibits
Files interrogatories, discovery requests, and deposes opposing witnesses in contested proceedings
Analyze testimony and exhibits submitted by utilities and other parties, preparing cross-examination questions to clarify and test contested issues
Engage in settlement negotiations, evaluating legal, precedential, and policy implications to ensure outcomes are consistent with the public interest
Represent the OCA in state and federal courts, federal regulatory agencies, and other tribunals in matters involving appeals of Commission decisions and other proceedings affecting Wyoming ratepayers
Prepare and present legal briefs, petitions, motions, and oral arguments in support of the OCA’s position
Provide legal and policy advice to the OCA on proposed Commission rules, legislation, and policies, including drafting comments, proposed rules, and legislation
Represent the OCA in Commission rulemaking hearings, legislative committee hearings, and other public forums
Analyze and interpret proposed rules and policies issued by federal and state agencies, including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and Federal Communications Commission, and prepare written comments representing the OCA’s position

Qualification

Utility lawAdministrative lawRate case proceedingsLegal writingAnalytical abilitiesIndependent judgmentCase managementCollaborative work

Required

Juris Doctorate
Member in good standing of the Wyoming State Bar or ability to obtain membership within six months of hire
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Exceptional legal writing and analytical abilities
Ability to work collaboratively with technical experts and other attorneys
Capacity to manage multiple complex cases within strict deadlines

Preferred

Demonstrated experience in utility law, administrative law, and rate case proceedings preferred
Administrative Hearing Experience Preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Company

State of Wyoming

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Funding

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Leadership Team

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Aaron Roberts
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
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Brad Westby
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