About the Department

The Regulatory Commission of Alaska is recruiting for a Communications Common Carrier Specialist 4 position located in Anchorage!

In addition to supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of the Common Carrier Section, the Communications Common Carrier Specialist (CCCS) 4 conducts detailed technical analysis of telecommunications filings of the highest complexity. The CCCS 4applies extensive knowledge of economics, accounting, communications technology and engineering, rate development policies, and other telecommunications disciplines to develop, defend, recommend and administer regulations, policies and decisions on telecommunications cases of an unusual or complex nature. 

The CCCS 4 prepares highly detailed, well-supported recommendations to the Commission for presentation both in writing and orally, in public and adjudicatory settings. This position uses database applications to perform research, and word processing/spreadsheet applications to prepare written reports. The CCCS 4 works with utility representatives and other Commission staff to ensure filings are aligned with applicable authority, the Commissioners are well-informed, and Commission rulings are executed within statutory timelines.

The Commission is charged with ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable utility and pipeline services are provided to Alaskans at just and reasonable rates. The availability of utility services, and the rates, rules, terms and conditions of those services are governed by statute and regulation and enforced by the Commission. Five full-time commissioners are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Alaska State Legislature, overseeing a team of analysts, administrative law judges, consumer protection officers and support staff. 

The Commission regulates a broad range of utility services including electric, natural gas, natural gas storage, steam heat, pipeline, refuse, sewer, telecommunications, and water services, overseeing regulated entities through certification, regulation of rates and services, tariff review, dispute resolution, and consumer protection services. The Commission also calculates amounts for the power cost equalization (PCE) program and serves as an information resource for the executive and legislative branches of government.

The Commission offers a competitive employment package including excellent benefits and flexible leave, a hybrid working environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the potential for advancement. As leader of the Common Carrier Section within the Advisory Section, the CCCS 4 is part of a cohesive team of analysts specializing in finance, engineering, tariffs, and common carrier matters, working together to achieve a common goal for the benefit of Alaskans. Collaboration is key to the success of the agency, including our reliable and consistent support staff. The new CCCS 4 will receive hands-on internal training, coaching and support throughout the process, as well as opportunities for specialized outside training at both the state and national levels.

The working conditions you can expect:

The Commission is located in the heart of beautiful downtown Anchorage. The daily work environment is busy and productive with varying timelines to be managed. The CCCS 4 works directly with utility representatives and other staff to ensure timely processing of rate filings. Staff presents recommendations and fields questions from Commissioners during confidential adjudications or other public meetings. Most of the work is performed using spreadsheet, word processing, email and case management software.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: 

• Supervisory: Demonstrated experience supervising, scheduling and coordinating the work of others including providing training, overseeing and reviewing work product, monitoring progress and evaluating performance, and serving as liaison between upper management and staff.
• Industry: Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal telecommunications policies, rate-setting principles, and utility regulation in both monopoly and competitive markets, with a strong understanding of industry practices; skilled at interpreting and applying Alaska statutes and regulations; familiar with Commission processes and experienced in developing regulations.
• Writing: Demonstrated ability to use correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling to produce written information, which may include highly technical material, for different audiences; ability to write clearly, concisely, and effectively develop conclusions and provide recommendations.

• Presentation: Demonstrated experience preparing complex technical reports and delivering oral presentations, making recommendations and fielding questions.

Position Duties

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in 
 

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.

• Decisiveness: Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.

• Economics and Accounting: Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, tax law and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.

• Technical Credibility: Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise. 

• Telecommunications: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of transmissions, broadcasting, switching, control, construction, or operation of telecommunications systems.

Minimum Qualifications

At time of application, applicants are required to submit:

• Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications. 
• At least two (2) originally and independently authored writing samples.

At time of interview, applicants are required to submit:

• Copies of your three (3) most recent evaluations; and 
• Three (3) professional references who have had supervisory responsibility over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers.

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies. 

NOTICE

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains.  For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword 

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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