Regulatory Affairs Operations Manager

Job Title: Manager, Regulatory Operations and Tariffs
Date Posted: Job Type: Full-time Permanent
We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. We’re excited to share that we are hiring a Manager, Regulatory Operations and Tariffs.

NOTE: The posting will remain open until a successful candidate is identified.
Reporting to the Director, Law and Regulatory, the Manager, Regulatory Operations and Tariffs, will be primarily engaged in leading and managing tariff matters such as General Tariff Applications (GTA), Deferral Account Applications and other related regulatory matters such as industry trend analysis. The role involves leading direct reports with respect to project scope analysis, expert financial evidence development, scheduling, establishing and managing cross functional teams, task assignment, progress monitoring, team member feedback, document management and final reporting. The Manager, Regulatory Operations and Tariffs may also serve as a witness on various regulatory financial tariff issues. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to senior management in the Law and Regulatory and Finance departments.

Management of regulatory tariff design and decision implementation projects. Project managing and advising on regulatory matters with respect to the implementation of regulatory decisions and the preparation of policy and economic research reports.
Acting as an expert in financial regulatory matters and being responsible for delivery of required data/information to AltaLink’s Corporate Finance Department for adoption in such products as corporate budget development.
Acting as an expert in regulatory accounting and being responsible for ensuring consistent alignment, interpretation and operationalization of corporate financial information in regulatory filings, such as the General Tariff Application, Deferral Account Application and associated costs.
Monitoring compliance and reporting of Alberta Utilities Commission directives relating to tariff matters.
Managing the internal process concerning, and participating in, industry consultations related to regulatory matters.
Directing and performing skilled economic and financial analytical work of high complexity and scope in support of regulatory proceedings and strategic decision making at executive level.
Overall responsibility for leadership of direct reports regarding successful work/project plan organization, execution and closure of assigned regulatory issues, requested regulatory support and other tasks.
Developing project plans, including defining the project scope and objectives, identifying tasks and how the objectives will be achieved, quantification of required resources needed and the determination of budgets and timelines for completion.
Providing performance feedback to supervisors and staff from other departments.
Reviewing and/or developing, revising or maintaining highly complex models needed for regulatory applications, to support testimony in regulatory proceedings and to implement decisions of the Alberta Utilities Commission.
Setting direction regarding the Law and Regulatory Department’s electronic document management system with respect to all regulatory matters including tariff related matters, and regulatory compliance systems.
Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.
Minimum of 10 to 15 years of professional experience in Finance with a minimum of 5-8 years of prior electric utility regulatory or related experience.
Skilled understanding of policy development, revenue requirement and cost recovery, including knowledge of regulatory economics and rate design principles, traditional cost of service models as well as performance-based or `incentive' regulations.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
Proven track record of good attendance and performance.

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At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.
Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
Spending Accounts
Competitive Compensation and Bonus Plan
Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Group RRSP
Group Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Vacation, Earned Time off, Birthdays Off Work and 13 Recognized Holidays
Social Club