Position Summary
This position is responsible for providing legal representation to SJI Utilities, Inc. (the “Company”), including the two primary regulated gas utility subsidiaries (South Jersey Gas Company and Elizabethtown Gas Company) for rates and regulatory affairs matters before state regulatory commissions, predominately the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), and for providing strategic input on state regulatory matters and for advocating on the Company’s behalf on all such state regulatory matters. This is a multi-level position and placement of the successful candidate will be based on job performance, skills, knowledge and experience.

This position is hybrid with offices located in either Atlantic City, NJ or Union NJ.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with legal representation to the Company in rate and regulatory related matters before the NJBPU, including rate adjustment, infrastructure investment, base rate cases and other rate and regulatory filings.

• Draft Petitions, Testimony, Stipulations, Motions and other pleadings necessary for the filing and prosecution of rate and regulatory matters before the NJBPU.

• Assist with the drafting, interpretation and administration of the Company’s tariffs. Maintain a working knowledge of New Jersey regulatory laws and practices in order to provide legal advice on regulatory matters and develop related corporate strategies to respond to proposed or potential revisions to the law.

• Assist with the administration of the Company’s Affiliate Standards Compliance Plan, including providing legal advice to internal stakeholders, development and administration of employee training and assisting with regulatory audits.

• Conduct legal research necessary to formulate advice and counsel on all regulatory matters having a potential impact upon the Company.

• Develop and maintain sufficient subject-matter knowledge and expertise to identify legal risks and present clear recommendations, advice and support to business clients related to regulatory compliance.

• Attend industry seminars and conferences to develop and maintain industry knowledge and relationships with peers and regulators.

• Evaluate regulatory and public policy-related matters under consideration by the NJBPU and other regulatory or policy-making bodies for the purpose of advising management as to the impact on the Company and, where appropriate, prepare recommendations and responses.

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with key personnel at regulatory agencies. Monitor communications and interactions related to regulatory affairs matters involving the Company.

Qualifications

Required Background:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing of the New Jersey bar.

• Depending on placement, 2-5 years of professional legal experience in a judicial clerkship, law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency, preferably with experience in utility regulation.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

Required Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills

• Legal analytical ability

• Professionalism, integrity, and excellent customer/client focus

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as a member of a diverse team

• Candidates must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity

Preferred Skills:

• Experience before state regulatory agencies such as the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, the New York Public Service Commission, or other similar regulatory agencies.

• Experience in utility ratemaking/rate cases.

• Experience working as an attorney in an in-house corporate law department or regulatory agency.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently licensed to practice law in the state of New Jersey?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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