**Working Title: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or 4** **Job Class: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 or 4** **Agency: Commerce Department** + **Job ID** : 88480 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 08/29/2025 + **Closing Date** : 09/11/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Energy Resources / Regulatory Analysis Section + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 25% of the time + **Salary Range:** + **PURA3** : $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,166 /annually + **PURA4:** $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Professional + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul. Internal candidates should contact the Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions. The posting will be used to fill two (2) vacancies. This position is being posted at two (2) class levels: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 3 (PURA3) and Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4 (PURA4). Final job class will be determined based on successful applicant's qualifications. **At the PURA3 Level:** This position will assist with outreach and coordination efforts with communities impacted by routing and siting of large energy infrastructure, such as, high voltage transmission lines and utility scale renewable energy projects. The position works directly with counties, Tribal Nations, regional planning commissions, landowners, and other stakeholder on matters related to routing and siting, Certificate of Need, and other energy matters such as resource planning. This position works closely with project leads, the unit supervisor, and division leadership. **At the PURA4 Level:** This position will lead outreach and coordination efforts with communities impacted by routing and siting of large energy infrastructure, such as, high voltage transmission lines and utility scale renewable energy projects. The position will work directly with counties, Tribal Nations, regional planning commissions, landowners, and their stakeholder on matters related to routing and siting, Certificates of Need, and other related matters such as resource planning. This position works closely with the unit supervisor and division leadership. **Minimum Qualifications** **At the PURA3 Level:** Three (3) years of experience in performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in: + Energy Policy; + Public Policy; + Environmental Policy; or + Energy Regulation A Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience. An Advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience. **At the PURA 4 Level:** Four (4) years of experience in performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in: + Energy Policy; + Public Policy; + Environmental Policy; or + Energy Regulation A Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience. An Advanced degree in Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience. Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirement will be further evaluated based on the following: + Experience writing formal reports for a range of audiences and stakeholders. + Ability to analyze a wide range of data and clearly communicate results and impacts. + Experience writing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies. + Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. **Preferred Qualifications** + Project Management Certificate or experience. + Two (2) years of experience reviewing and analyzing complex data including resource and distributed generation planning; review and analysis of public policy proposals; stakeholder engagement; project management; excellent written skills; preparing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies. **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. **Additional Requirements** Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and drivers' license check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.