PUCT, Power Markets Analyst (Economist II - IV)

PUCT, Power Markets Analyst (Economist II - IV) (00051375) 

Organization

: PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION OF TEXAS 

Primary Location

: Texas-Austin 

Work Locations

: Public Utility Commission of T 1701 N Congress Ave  Austin 78701 

  

Job

: Life, Physical, and Social Science 

Employee Status

: Regular 

Schedule

: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 State Job Code: 0642 0642, 0644, 0646 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 21 B21, B23, B25 

Salary (Pay Basis)

: 5,667.00 - 7,500.00 (Monthly) 

Number of Openings

: 2 

Overtime Status

: Exempt 

Job Posting

: Jul 23, 2025, 10:31:43 PM 

Closing Date

: Ongoing 

Description

 

The Public Utility Commission of Texas: Your Gateway to a Fulfilling Career!

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
Applications must contain a complete job history, detailing:

• Job title
• Dates of employment
• Name of employer
• Supervisor's name and phone number
• Description of duties performed, demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position applying for

Important: Resumes do not replace this required information. Applications stating, "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted. The experience listed on your resume must match the details on the CAPPS State of Texas Application. Discrepancies will result in an incomplete application.

Required Documents

• Resume
• College Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)

The hiring manager has requested the above document(s) be submitted with the CAPPS State of Texas Application To submit a resume, you must upload it to your application. When submitting your documents, make sure to mark them as “relevant.”

Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

Applicant Release Form Website Link

WORK IN TEXAS APPLICANTS
To apply for the position, it is best to go to the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System to submit your application by going to https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl and select our agency, Public Utility Commission of Texas, from the "Company/Agency" list.

 

If applying through Work In Texas (WIT) you will also need to complete the supplemental questions and forms to be considered for this posting. An automated email from the CAPPS State of Texas Talent Management System will be sent to your email on file in WIT with additional instructions.

 

The Public Utility Commission regulates the state’s electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implementing respective legislation and offering customer assistance in resolving customer complaints. 

Join a Team Dedicated to Public Service
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of Texans? We are committed to building a highly skilled workforce. Our team boasts a wide range of expertise, from legal and engineering professionals to dedicated administrative staff. What unites us is our dedication to serving the public and our commitment to protecting customers, fostering competition, and promoting high quality utility infrastructure

Make a Difference with Us
We recognize the importance of motivated and knowledgeable staff to accomplish our critical mission. If you're eager to contribute to ensuring compliance within the electric, telecommunications, and water and sewer utilities, we want to hear from you! A career at the PUC will not only expand your professional horizons but also make you part of a highly motivated, technically skilled, and supportive team environment.

Competitive Benefits Package
In addition to a positive and family-friendly work culture, the PUC offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees. 

For a detailed overview, please visit https://www.puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Benefits.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!

DIVISION – MARKET ANALYSIS

The Market Analysis Division oversees electric markets subject to competition. Market Analysis monitors compliance with rules relating to the operation of the retail and wholesale electricity markets within the ERCOT power region to ensure well-functioning markets, efficient prices, adequate generation capacity and customer protections.

Market Analysis supports the Commission's participation in a variety of proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to protect the interests of Texas Electric ratepayers and stakeholders. It also supports the Commission's participation in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), Mid-Continent Independent System Operation (MISO) and Western Energy Imbalance Market (WEIM) activities to protect the interests of Texas ratepayers located in the non-ERCOT areas of Texas.

The Data Analytics team established in 2023 within the division to support and enhance PUCT’s capability to make better, data-driven policymaking and rulemaking decisions.

In addition, division tracks, monitors and reviews annual and semiannual reports, letters of credits filed by the REPs (Retail Electric Providers) to ensure financial compliance with the Commission rules.

Market Analysis is seeking a Power Markets Analyst with a strong initiative, a passion for the utility regulatory industry, and a drive to grow their career, knowledge, skills, and experience performing complex to highly advanced analysis of policy and economic issues associated with the electric markets in Texas. Work involves participating in and leading projects, rulemakings, legislative analysis, and related policy-development activities. Work involves extensive contact with Commission attorneys, industry representatives, and other professional staff. Work under general to minimal supervision, with moderate to extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.

 

Qualifications

 

The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications:

Economist II: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in economics, statistics, energy resource economics, business administration, engineering, or public policy.

Economist III: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in economics, statistics, energy resource economics, business administration, engineering, or public policy and two (2) years of full-time professional experience in a position involving economic or statistical analysis, regulatory analysis, data analysis, policy analysis, operations research, analyzing US energy markets with a particular focus on electric power, or energy business development and operations. Or a Master’s degree with major coursework in economics, statistics, energy resource economics, business administration, engineering, or public policy and one (1) year of full-time professional experience in a position involving economic or statistical analysis, regulatory analysis, data analysis, policy analysis, operations research, analyzing US energy markets with a particular focus on electric power, or energy business operations.

Economist IV: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in economics, statistics, energy resource economics, business administration, engineering, or public policy and four (4) years of full-time professional experience in a position involving economic or statistical analysis, regulatory analysis, data analysis, policy analysis, operations research, analyzing US energy markets with a particular focus on electric power, or energy business development and operations. Or a Master’s degree with major coursework in economics, statistics, energy resource economics, business administration, engineering, or public policy and three (3) years of full-time professional experience in a position involving economic or statistical analysis, regulatory analysis, data analysis, policy analysis, operations research, analyzing US energy markets with a particular focus on electric power, or energy business development and operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or familiarity with electric regulation and organized wholesale markets.
• Experience with developing technical reports.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python), data pipeline and querying tools (e.g., SQL), statistical/mathematical software (e.g., R), or data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Experience with software version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous development.

WORK SCHEDULE 
The PUCT operates on a standard work schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Employees may request an alternative work schedule in accordance with the PUCT's Alternative Work Schedule Policy. Approval of such requests, including any form of telecommuting, is at management's discretion and based on the business needs of the agency and the requirements of the position.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Veterans, Reservists, or Guardsmen with a Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or additional duties that fall in the fields listed in the below link who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply.

The MOS codes applicable to this position can be accessed at:

Military Crosswalk for Power Markets Analyst

If you qualify for a Veteran Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation with your State of Texas Application. Documentation must be provided before a Veteran Preference can be granted. Required documentation is as follows: Veteran – DD Form 214; Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried – Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300; Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300.

A detailed job description can be viewed on our website:

https://puc.texas.gov/HumanResources/Home/Jobs

Salary commensurate with qualifications. The salary of an ERS Retiree or non-contributing member may be 6% less than the recommended salary.

REMARKS

• Due to the volume applications received, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Non-selection notifications will be sent interviewed candidates following the hiring decision.
• All information provided in connection with an employment application must be accurate and complete. Any misstatement, falsification, or omission of information may result in refusal to hire or, if hired, termination.
• If the position requires it, licensure as a Professional Engineer or to practice law in Texas will be verified through the Professional Board of Engineers or the State Bar of Texas for the selected candidate.
• A satisfactory driving record is necessary for driving a state or personal vehicle for agency business. Selected candidates will have their driving records evaluated according to the Commission’s Traffic Safety policy.
• For males born on or after January 1, 1960, the PUC will verify Selective Service registration through the online Selective Service System. Males born after January 1, 1960, who are not registered must provide proof of exemption from the Selective Service registration requirement.
• The PUCT participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
• The Public Utility Regulatory Act imposes certain restrictions on PUCT employees’ investments, professional activities, and relationships with public utilities, with some limited exceptions. PUCT employees are also prohibited from having a financial interest in a public utility, an affiliate of a public utility, and a person a significant portion of whose business consists of furnishing goods or services to public utilities or affiliates.
• The PUCT has a Post-Employment Restriction – details furnished upon request.
• The PUCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.