Energy Manager

Make an Impact on Oklahoma’s Energy Future

Are you ready to take on a leadership role that shapes how utilities serve millions of Oklahomans? The Oklahoma Corporation Commission is seeking a Programs Manager VI (Energy Manager) to lead core areas of utility regulation—including cost of service, accounting, and financial analysis. In this role, you will help guide policy decisions, support Commission leadership, and ensure utility regulation remains fair, transparent, and forward-looking.

This position is ideal for professionals with a strong background in utility regulation, accounting, finance, or auditing who thrive on solving complex challenges, providing policy leadership, and mentoring staff.

What You’ll Do

In this position, you will:

• Lead financial accounting audits and studies for regulated utilities, including electric, gas, water, and cotton gin services.
• Identify and analyze regulatory and financial trends, and recommend policies on advanced topics such as cost of service and rate design.
• Guide and train staff on regulatory principles, fostering collaboration and team success.
• Develop and implement regulatory programs, strategic plans, and policy initiatives.
• Manage case reviews, including applications, cost of service studies, service changes, and financial conditions.
• Stay ahead of technological and regulatory developments, preparing analyses to inform Commission decisions.
• Review testimony, staff findings, and exhibits for accuracy; present expert testimony in Commission hearings.
• Represent the Division at conferences, stakeholder meetings, and policy discussions.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a leader who combines technical expertise with strong decision-making and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have:

• Expert knowledge of auditing standards, utility accounting, financial analysis, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership ability with experience mentoring staff, building teams, and driving results.
• Analytical expertise in economic, operational, and financial theory, including quantitative modeling and statistical analysis.
• Outstanding communication skills—able to translate complex concepts clearly in writing, presentations, and testimony.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy and strategic focus.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, management, finance, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of relevant professional experience in utility regulation, accounting, finance, or auditing.
• Proven experience in leadership, staff training, and policy development.
  
  

Why Join Us?

At the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, you’ll be part of a mission-driven agency that protects consumers, fosters fair markets, and ensures reliable utility services. This is more than a management job—it’s a chance to influence regulatory policy and contribute to the future of energy in Oklahoma.travel.

Additional Job Description

Core work hours for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission are Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm. This schedule may require flexibility based on the needs of the agency. Evening or weekend work may be required based on seismic activity

Remote work may be required based on the needs of the agency, division, and program. Applicant must be willing and able to work BOTH on-site and remotely, generally in the applicant’s home. Applicant must have a secure internet connection and Teams phone capabilities during scheduled working hours.

Benefits

As an employee with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, you will enjoy excellent state benefits including:

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year
• Longevity bonus
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan or Deferred Compensation Plan
  
  

Conditions of Employment

• Contingent on a favorable background check
• FLSA Exempt status
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
  
  

Disclaimer

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

All employees appointed to state service, whether initial hiring, transferring from one state agency to another state agency, or returning to state service following a break in service will be required to complete a twelve-month trial period in accordance with Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Rule 260:130-19-30.