Director Regulatory Services

Regulatory Affairs Manager

Provides leadership and strategic direction and implements change in the areas of regulatory policy, filing requirements, and tariff and contract administration. Plans, organizes and directs team activities for the Company Regulatory needs. Consults and advises the Company staff and leadership on matters affecting rates and regulation. Leads the preparation, filing, decision process and implementation of regulatory matters, as appropriate. Responsible for the administration of rates and terms and conditions of service for filed tariff schedules and special contracts to ensure proper and uniform application and compliance.

What You'll Do :

• Lead and manage the regulatory team to coordinate regulatory strategies, including the filing of CCNs, rate cases, settlements, etc.
• Develop and maintain close functional working relationship with state regulatory commission personnel and other key stakeholders to advocate and represent the Company position for formal regulatory filings, rulemaking proceedings, workshops, pilot programs, etc.
• Coordinate all group work activities to perform regulatory activities such as filing preparation, discovery support, hearing participation, legal briefing, final order or settlement process, comments, reply comments, etc.
• Consults with and advises the Company staff of matters affecting rates and regulation.
• Lead the preparation and presentation of complex regulatory subjects to both internal and external parties.
• Maintain knowledge of trends and policies developing within the Commission and state that affect the Company's operation.
• Establish and maintain continuous review of the Company's rates and terms and conditions of service as well as those of other companies, particularly those located in the state or adjacent to the Company's service territory.
• Lead the coordination of the investigation, response and documentation of any customer complaint brought before the regulatory agencies to ensure a fair and reasonable resolution that is consistent within the limits of the Company terms and conditions of service and applicable statutes.
• Plan, lead and coordinate state regulatory commission filings and associated financial impacts.
• Effectively and frequently provides regulatory updates to internal stakeholders.
• Promote and enforce all programs to safeguard employees, the general public and Company assets.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company Corporate Compliance policy.

What We're Looking For :

Education :

Bachelor's degree in business management, accounting, finance, engineering, or related field.

Or a Master's degree or other advanced degree, in a related discipline.

Work Experience :

Ten years of related experience.

Other Must Haves :

Master's degree / Certified Public Accountant / Certified Internal Auditor / Professional Engineers / PHD or other certification / license or advanced degree combination thereof preferred.

Proficient oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate strategy, provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders, and support testimony in regulatory proceedings.

Strong knowledge of utility industry issues and the regulatory / legislative process.

Where You'll Work :

On-site in the Fort Wayne, IN, Indianapolis or Lansing, MI.

What You'll Get :

Base salary

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

401K match

AEP Pension

Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we're more than just an energy company we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Grade : SP20-011

Compensation Range : $155,761.00-202,490.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is : S Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally : activity or condition exists up to 1 / 3 of the time) and / or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently : activity or condition exists from 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.