Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a
diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility.
AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and
water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million
customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.
At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in
North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus,
commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees
are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to
learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results
together.
We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By
joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy
and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities,
employees, and shareholders.
PURPOSE
The Senior Manager Rates and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for all
regulatory affairs and rates related functions for Liberty's operating entities
in Georgia. The Senior Manager will perform regulatory and governmental
outreach, prepare and implement rates filings and regulatory filings required at
the state level. The Senior Manager maintains a local presence to advance
relationships with regulatory commissions/authorities, operating company
leadership, and other key stakeholders while ensuring that the policies and
procedures of the organization comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Provides regulatory leadership and advice to direct and indirect reports to
ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize earnings at the local state level.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Establishes and maintains good relationships with regulators and intervenors
* Prepares and executes filings at the Georgia Public Service Commission
* Serves as an expert witness on regulatory matters
* Ensures alignment of regulatory and business strategies to maximize
shareholder value
* Lead the rate making activities
* Develops tactics to maximize rate recovery of prudently incurred capital and
operating expenses
* Thought leadership and participation in industry associations
* Advises management on regulatory and industry matters
* Monitor up-to-date information regarding federal, state and applicable laws
and regulations as they relate to filing requirements for regulated
utilities. Updates key management on regulatory changes, developments and
implications of new requirements on functional areas
* Implement and oversee a framework to ensure the utility is meeting its
compliance and filings requirements in an accurate and timely manner
* Direct, mentor and manage direct reports within the department to ensure all
objectives are met.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Expert-level understanding of the regulation of utilities, ratemaking and
pricing, and regulatory finance
* 10+ years of relevant experience that includes prior managerial experience
* Judgement and decision-making abilities that facilitate the ability to
achieve goals with a high degree of independence
* Demonstrated ability to establish and foster productive relationships with
regulators and other key stakeholders
* Ability to interact effectively with all levels of senior management
including presentations, written communications, and internal
relationship-building
Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in
everything we do as a business and as an employee team.
As the successful candidate
Our Mission
We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and
water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is
what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.
Our Vision
We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see
as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll
make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards
fulfilling our purposes.
Our Guiding Principles
* Customer Centric
* Integrity
* Entrepreneurial
* Teamwork
* Owner mindset
* Outcome focused
* Continuous learning
What we offer
Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
401k Plan with matching
Share purchase/match plan
Leadership Development Program
Volunteer paid days off
Employee Assistance Program
Achievement fund
Free parking
Variety of Health & Wellness programs
Discount and Perks program
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are
excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification
requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background,
diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.
Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful
environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully
utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to
honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.