RVP, Regulatory and Pricing - SPS

About the Role

In this role you will provide leadership on all aspects of regulatory strategy related to SPS revenue, cost recovery, and resource transition proceedings. You will direct the development and execution of regulatory case filings in each assigned jurisdiction and prepare supporting testimony as an expert policy witness. You will give strategic and executional direction to regulatory teams, ensuring timely and consistent rate cases across all jurisdictions, while overseeing schedules to guarantee coordinated submissions. Responsibilities include developing strategies that maximize cost recovery, establishing strong relationships with regulators and stakeholders, creating outreach programs, advising executive management on energy policy, and keeping internal teams informed of regulatory trends and financial impacts. • Lead regulatory strategy for SPS revenue, cost recovery, and resource transition proceedings. • Direct development and execution of regulatory case filings across assigned jurisdictions. • Oversee schedules to ensure timely, coordinated regulatory submissions. • Develop and implement strategies to maximize cost recovery and minimize leakage. • Establish and maintain relationships with regulators and key stakeholders. • Create and manage outreach programs supporting SPS revenue and cost recovery issues. • Advise executive management on energy policy and regulatory positions. • Communicate regulatory trends, financial impacts, and risks to internal stakeholders. • Collaborate with Policy, Finance, Legal, and subject‑matter teams to align filings with corporate goals. • Manage and mentor SPS regulatory staff to achieve objectives. • Foster a professional work environment that encourages team growth.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸regulatory strategy
• ▸case filings
• ▸schedule management
• ▸cost recovery
• ▸stakeholder relations
• ▸policy advisory

What You Bring

The position requires a BA/BS degree and a minimum of ten years of experience in the regulatory field, with expert knowledge of utility regulation, rate‑case execution, and compliance practices. Strong financial acumen, experience managing multiple concurrent rate cases, and excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential. Preferred qualifications include proficiency in regulatory and financial analytical modeling such as revenue requirement models, cost‑of‑service studies, and scenario analysis. Xcel Energy, a leading electricity and natural gas provider serving millions of customers across eight states, is committed to clean energy, innovation, and inclusion. • BA/BS degree with at least 10 years of utility regulatory experience. • Expert knowledge of rate‑case execution, compliance, and utility industry practices. • Strong understanding of financial principles and cost‑recovery mechanisms. • Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent rate cases and regulatory dockets. • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. • Proactive in working with regulators and executives in fast‑paced environments. • Preferred: proficiency in regulatory and financial analytical modeling (e.g., revenue requirement models, cost‑of‑service studies).

Requirements

• ▸ba/bs
• ▸10 years
• ▸rate‑case
• ▸financial
• ▸leadership
• ▸modeling

Benefits

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Xcel Energy offers a challenging workplace with opportunities to learn and grow, making it an ideal place to advance your career. The anticipated base salary ranges from $229,100 to $289,967 per year, supplemented by an annual incentive program, long‑term incentives, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and numerous additional perks. Xcel Energy is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. • Base salary $229,100–$289,967 per year. • Annual Incentive Program and Long‑Term Incentive. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. • Dependent care, health care, and HSA/FSA reimbursement accounts. • Transportation and fitness center reimbursements. • Tuition reimbursement and employee recognition programs. • 401(k) plan with pension, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and volunteer PTO. • Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. • Employee Assistance Program.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time