Regulatory Lead

Regulatory Coordination - Lead

At Peoples Gas, we work to make lives better throughout Florida with safe, resilient, clean and affordable natural gas solutions. Our diverse and inclusive team serve more than 500,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across 14 service areas.

We're an innovative and collaborative company focused on building engaged and empowered team members who are valued and celebrated to drive our success.

You'll find competitive pay, inclusive health and wellness programs, and wide-ranging training and professional development.

Whether it's your first job or your next big move, Peoples Gas is a growing company with career opportunities that fit your future.

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Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

The Regulatory Coordination Lead is responsible for managing the accurate and timely submission of all regulatory documents for Peoples Gas System, Inc. and SeaCoast Transmission Pipeline to federal and state regulatory agencies. This role maintains the Regulatory Affairs case management system website and utilizes FERC-mandated and department-specific software, requiring technical analysis and knowledge of relational databases. The position also provides support with Peoples Gas rate case activities.

What You Need To Succeed:

• Associate's degree from an accredited college in a relevant field.
• 6 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position, including work in regulatory administration areas, such as regulatory agencies or law firms.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of utility operations, general business procedures, and regulatory agency functions to perform independently.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the reporting requirements for utility retail and federal tariffs and Florida administrative code rules.
• Above-average proficiency in MS Word and proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file official documents and annual submissions (such as petitions, tariffs, testimony, interrogatories, document production, and data requests) for Peoples Gas System, Inc. and SeaCoast Pipeline Transmission with various state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a liaison between departments and regulatory agencies to address reported variances or deficiencies. Ensure that the content and format comply with regulatory requirements and are accurate and precise before being delivered to the various regulatory agencies or formal hearings.
• Assist with coordinating Peoples Gas rate cases, including rate case orientation, preparation and formatting of testimony, management of the discovery response process, and support at hearing.
• Develop and maintain the coordination of the Regulatory Affairs Intranet website (company-wide) by ensuring timely updates of company tariff changes and maintaining the Regulatory calendar. Monitor and provide same-day responses to key participants on all FPSC Agenda Conference items.
• Serve as a key liaison between internal departments and state/federal regulatory agencies, proactively resolving variances and ensuring all filings meet regulatory standards.
• Monitor and communicate regulatory activities pending before the FERC, FPSC, and other state regulatory agencies, including reviewing legal filings for changes to the Florida Administrative Code, Florida Statutes, proposed rulemaking, and communicating necessary compliance issues required by Peoples Gas and SeaCoast. Work with FERC-mandated and department-specific software, requiring technical analysis and knowledge of relational databases.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge?

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 1 year of direct supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in TariffShark and other federal regulatory software.
• Strong understanding of utility operations, business procedures, and regulatory agency functions.
• Familiarity with reporting requirements for utility retail, federal tariffs, and Florida Administrative Code rules.
• Skilled in building collaborative relationships, developing teams, and driving innovation in dynamic environments.

Who Will Be A Part Of Your Team? (Relationships)

• Inter- and intra-department team members at all levels, the company's outside legal counsel, consultants, FPSC, and FERC Staff & other regulatory agencies.

How You'll Contribute

• Builds Strong Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgement
• Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Develops People and Teams

Where And How You Will Work

Normal office hours with periods of overtime and occasional overnight travel.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving:

• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera's Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• And much more!

Whether you're launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company.