Arizona Public Service - APS · 1 day ago
Senior Director / Director Rate Strategy and Regulatory Affairs
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
10+ years expArizona Public Service (APS) is the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, dedicated to creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona. The Senior Director / Director of Rate Strategy and Regulatory Affairs will lead rate strategy initiatives, develop regulatory policies, and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Lead rate strategy and pricing initiatives that drive short- and long-term business objectives
Develop and implement regulatory policies that support compliance and operational excellence
Direct cost-of-service studies and tariff development, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic plans
Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and industry groups
Represent APS nationally, contributing to forums and thought leadership on rate design and regulatory issues
Guide research and complex analyses to support innovative rate mechanisms and regulatory strategies
Plan, evaluate and recommend strategies, programs, policies and processes for the department that align and support the overall regulatory strategy and business objectives
Identify organizational needs and recommend and implement solutions to overcome challenges
Design and develop policies for areas of responsibility and anticipates impact of policies
Select and develop a high performing team through effective coaching, performance feedback, recognition, training and developmental opportunities
Lead the revenue requirement and rate design teams in the development of pricing strategies that support the company's financial objectives
Provide periodic reports to Senior Management and the Board of Directors regarding the significant aspects of Compliance
Provide executive management with short and long-term outlooks on regulatory pricing strategy, policy, and compliance issues that impact the business and propose and initiate actions to resolve conflicts and allow leadership to effectively manage business strategy and operations
Direct and oversee the management of regulatory proceedings and required filings for the PWCC subsidiaries
Full authority for the development and management of the budget in the area of responsibility and initiate actions in cases of deviations
Represent business interests on major projects to ensure that informed decisions are made on issues impacting business needs
Actively seek to improve own skills and knowledge to apply to current and emerging business and environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or advanced degree in business, finance, engineering or related discipline
Ten (10) years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
Five (5) years' experience in a leadership role with proven ability to develop and manage high performing teams
In-depth knowledge of the electric utility industry and associated regulatory / legislative issues, energy marketing and trading and related compliance requirements
In-depth knowledge of state regulatory issues, FERC operations and federal utility regulatory requirements
Strategic thinker with deep knowledge of utility rates, pricing, and regulatory frameworks
Proven leader experienced in managing teams, influencing policy, and driving enterprise-wide initiatives
Strong communicator and collaborator, able to build relationships with regulators, industry peers, and internal stakeholders
Analytical expertise in cost-of-service modeling, rate case preparation, and regulatory compliance
Forward-looking professional passionate about shaping rate design and advancing energy policy at state and national levels
Adaptable and results-driven, with the ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions
Preferred
Strong critical thinking and creativity skills along with the ability to exercise sound judgment by making decisions based on accurate and timely analyses
Must be results focused, with the ability to set challenging goals that are relevant and measurable
Ability to work across all functional areas of the company to establish credibility and engage others to ensure the most effective solutions are in place
Ability to adapt to changing and complex environments
Effective communication demonstrated through written communications and presentations skills
Strong project management and process improvement focus
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet
Company
Arizona Public Service - APS
APS is Arizona’s largest and longest serving electric utility, providing power for nearly 1.2 million customers in 11 of the state’s 15 counties.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.95BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-01-08Debt Financing· $1.81B
2024-10-18Grant· $70M
2009-09-16Grant· $70.5M
Leadership Team
Juli West
Vice President Supply Chain, CPO
Monica Whiting
VP, Customer Experience and Chief Customer Officer
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