Job Description

How to Apply

Do not apply online. To apply, submit resume, cover letter, and writing sample to James Porter at . Please indicate "Staff Attorney" in the subject line of your e-mail. Please apply by July 9, 2023.

Overview

The Vermont Department of Public Service, which represents the public interest in electric, gas, telecommunications, and water utility matters before the Vermont Public Utility Commission, federal regulatory agencies, and state and federal courts, seeks to hire a new attorney within its Public Advocacy Division.

Description

This position will be primarily focused on the Department\'s advocacy and work in the design and implementation of the Vermont Clean Heat Standard which the Vermont Public Utility Commission will soon begin pursuant to the passage of S.5 in the most recent legislative session. The proposed Clean Heat Standard is a performance standard that will require greenhouse gas emissions reductions in the thermal sector. Program design and implementation will require the development of a registration system for obligated parties, a tracking system for clean heat credits, technical analysis to determine credit values, and program determinations to ensure equity in participation.

The mission of the Department is to serve all citizens of Vermont through public advocacy, planning, programs, and other actions that meet the public\'s need for least cost, environmentally sound, efficient, reliable, secure, sustainable, and safe energy, telecommunications, and regulated utility systems in the state for the short and long term.

Compensation

Salary is commensurate with the applicant\'s education and experience, in accordance with the . The State of Vermont offers many benefits as part of total employee compensation. Information about benefits for State employees can be found at .

Minimum Requirements

Must be admitted (or eligible for admission) to the Vermont Bar.

At least 2-5 years of experience.

Relevant experience in utility regulation and/or civil litigation is strongly preferred.

A background in public interest, economics, or accounting is also desirable.

Experience with or knowledge of administrative law, utility rate regulation, and/or land use and environmental law is especially helpful.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work well with a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced environment and have excellent research and writing skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State\'s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

State of Vermont