Telework Eligible: Yes
Working Title: Public Utilities Rates Analyst Job Class: Public Utilities Rates Analyst 4 Agency: Commerce Department Job ID: 97783
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: 10/17/2026
Closing Date: 11/02/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE
Division/Unit: Energy Regulation & Planning
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $36.59 - $54.25 / hourly; $76,399 - $113,274 / 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: 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.
This position will act as a situational lead worker, as assigned, and provide technical support for positions of the Minnesota Department of Commerce on rate design, rate of return, cost recovery methods/policies, energy conservation, resource planning,



service policies, economic and energy forecasting and modeling, renewable energy, regional/federal activities, and other issues in routine to complex gas and electric utility matters.
Minimum Qualifications Four (4) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in: Economic Analysis; Statistical Analysis; Modeling and Forecasting Complex Systems; Utility Rate Design/Analysis; Energy Regulation; Carbon Modeling; Carbon Capture; Carbon Markets; or Environmental Attributes.
A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Pre-Law, History, Political Science, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.
An Advanced degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Energy Policy, Planning/Regional Studies, Law, History, Political Science, 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.
Experience writing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies.
Ability to analyze a wide range of data and clearly communicate results and impacts.
Ability to effectively communicate.




Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years' experience reviewing and analyzing complex data including, for example: resource and distributed generation planning; review and analysis of public policy proposals; stakeholder engagement; project management, excellent writing skills; preparing and presenting recommendations to decision making bodies; experience in the regulated natural gas, electric utility, nuclear, or renewable energy industries; experience in advocating for energy, environmental, or other public policy.
Project Management Certificate or experience.
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.
About Commerce Department Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs. We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,000 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and products are fair, accessible, and comply with state laws.
Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
A sense of purpose in their work
Connection with their coworkers and communities
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Perks As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
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