Manager of Program Policy, South

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary
Manage the work, resources, and processes needed to plan and execute Xcel Energy’s regulatory filings related to customer programs (including demand-side management, load management and demand response, electrification, renewables, and other programs). Manage the resources necessary to plan, develop, and file timely and complete program plans, annual reports, and other related filings. Support consideration of customer programs in rate case, resource planning, certificate of need, and other processes as needed. Establish and maintain relationships with regulators, advocates, and other external stakeholders. Provides strategic and business planning leadership and consultation to ensure alignment with program implementation management. Supports the development of regulatory and policy strategies to further the Company’s strategic objectives and objectives. Develop and/or sponsor testimony as needed to support regulatory filings.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead a team of professional employees in developing the regulatory strategies and filings that support Xcel Energy’s customer programs (including demand-side management, load management and demand response, electrification, renewables, and other programs). Ensure the filings are accurate, timely, support the company’s strategic objectives, and comply with relevant regulatory requirements. Coordinate with program implementation teams and with other parts of Xcel Energy to ensure consistent messaging and strategy within and across jurisdictions.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Program Strategy & Policy team. Recommend long-term goals for the team and strategies to achieve those goals. Plan and assign work responsibilities and employee development plans.
• Ensure customer programs are adequately and accurately considered in related regulatory processes including rate cases, resource plans, certificates of need, and other filings. Support such filings by providing subject-matter expertise, strategy recommendations, quantitative analysis, and/or preparing or sponsoring testimony, as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulatory and other external stakeholders. Represent the company at regulatory or legislative hearings related to customer programs. Articulate and advocate for the company’s positions related to customer programs in a variety of settings.
• Support the program implementation teams by providing tools and analysis to monitor program performance, advising on program-related policy matters, and suggesting strategies to enhance programs and results. Coordinate with program development and implementation teams to manage the creation, regulatory approval, and launch of new programs to achieve company goals without disrupting existing commitments. Provide analysis and recommendations to leadership to help identify needs and solutions related to staffing, program design, regulatory considerations, and other factors affecting the achievement of the company’s program-related goals.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• At least 7 years related experience, including experience in regulatory and/or public policy areas.
• Demonstrated experience in strategy and with business and operational performance measures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including both written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities. Demonstrated ability to meet business and financial objectives.

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $105,600.00 to $150,000.00 per year

This position may also be eligible for the following benefits and/or pay components: Pay - Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Personal holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO) (full-time employees only), Parental Leave

Pay and benefit packages may vary based on position. Some employees are under collective bargaining agreements, which determine the benefits they will receive. If the information conflicts with the terms of the written plan documents governing the plan, the plan document will control. Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

Deadline to Apply: 03/25/24

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