Practicing Attorney 2024-01870 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/newprint/4635063) Apply  Practicing Attorney 2024-01870 Salary $5,054.39 - $11,446.91 Monthly Location Cheyenne, WY Job Type Permanent Full-time Job Number 2024-01870 Department Public Service Commission Division Administration Opening Date 08/27/2024 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt Job Classification ATTY99 + Description + Benefits + Questions Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position serves as a legal counsel to the Public Service Commission, providing legal advice to the Commission and its technical staff on issues related to state and federal law applicable to public utility regulation. This position also manages contested case proceedings including investigation of utility applications, and conducts public hearings as an administrative hearing officer in accordance with the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act. Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett / serenity.moffett@wyo.gov / 307-777-6243 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level. + Acts as legal counsel for the Commission, case manager, and hearing officer in contested case proceedings. + Coordinates and leads investigations of utility applications by assigned technical staff. + Prepares investigative information requests directed to applicant utilities and other parties. Conducts contested case proceedings, including scheduling discovery and filing deadlines, preparation of procedural orders, presiding over public hearings, and preparation of draft final opinion orders. + Prepares administrative rules for promulgation, presides over rule-making hearings, prepares responses to written comments on proposed rules, and oversees the filing of adopted rules with the Wyoming Secretary of State. + Monitors federal and state legislative and rule-making activity relevant to the regulation of Wyoming utilities and advises the Commission of implications to Wyoming utilities and regulation thereof. Qualifications PREFERENCES: Preference will be given for knowledge of state and federal law applicable to regulation of public utilities. KNOWLEDGE: + Advanced knowledge of administrative law and processes. + Knowledge of state and federal law applicable to the regulation of public utilities. + Basic understanding of engineering, accounting, and finance principles. + Skill in legal issue identification, legal research, and written and oral communication. + Ability to quickly understand new concepts and information related to public utility regulation. Ability to manage complex projects involving voluminous technical documents. + Ability to lead, and work efficiently and effectively with teams of in-house subject matter experts. + Ability to conduct public hearings in contested case proceedings. + Ability to interact professionally with the public, utility officials, and government officials at all levels. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Juris doctorate. Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: + Moderate Travel NOTES: + FLSA: Exempt + This position is At-will Supplemental Information 023-Public Service Commission - Administration Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration. There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few! Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!