• Job Description

  Req#: 5327225
  Salary: $78,912.00 - $103,536.00 Annually
  Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
  Job Type: Agency Internal - Project
  Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
  Job Number: 2026-03621
  Department: Utilities and Transportation Commission
  Division: Water/Transp.
  Opening Date: 04/30/2026
  Closing Date: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
  Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
  
  Description
  WASHINGTON UTILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
  
  Respect. Professionalism. Integrity. Accountability.
  Regulatory Analyst 3
  
  Help protect the consumers of Washington state!
  Salary Consideration: Range 65, Step A ($78,912) - Step L ($103,536) annually.
  The starting employment offer will be determined based on the successful candidates' qualifications. Typically Step M of the pay range is a longevity step.
  This recruitment is open until May 14, 2026, at 11:59pm.UTC reserves the right to render a hiring decision and/or choose to close or extend this recruitment at any given time. Applications for this recruitment could be used to fill comparable positions that open within the next 60 days.
  The Opportunity:The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission (UTC) is seeking to fill the role of one (1) Regulatory Analyst 3 within the Water and Transportation Section of the Regulatory Services Division. This is a project position and is anticipated to end on June 30, 2028. This position will primarily oversee the billing and payment structures of the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO), ensure compliance with Senate Bill 5284 (SB5284), and collaborate with partner agencies to implement SB5284's provisions.
  Hybrid :
  
  Although this is a hybrid opportunity, the successful incumbent must reside within Washington state and must be available to report to the Lacey, Washington headquarters building when needed.
  Travel:
  
  Moderate travel during and outside normal work hours, throughout Washington state or the United States, may be required. This includes occasional overnight stays.
  Who We Are:
  
  Our Mission is to protect the people of Washington by ensuring that investor-owned utility and transportation services are safe, equitable, available, reliable, and fairly priced.
  Our Vision is to strive to achieve equitable and fair outcomes as a regulator of utility and transportation services and prioritize inclusion and belonging in the workplace.
  The UTC is continually recognized for its excellence and integrity as a regulatory agency, as we challenge the status quo and ourselves to ensure equitable outcomes for our customers and the people of Washington State.
  We recognize that our employees are the key to the agency's success. We are committed to our work but value balance with our personal lives. We demonstrate our commitment to employees by providing an environment that stimulates professional growth, and offers continuing learning opportunities, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package. For more information about our benefits or working at UTC, please visit our website.
  What We Offer Our Employees:
  
  
  • UTC fosters an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, while striving to hire and retain a workforce from the communities we serve.
  • We place importance on a healthy balance between personal and professional lives; offering flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and mobile/telework opportunities.
  • Through the state, our employees (and their families) are offered options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
  • We offer enrollment into the state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan.
  • Throughout a calendar year, employees receive a minimum of 14 days of vacation leave per year and 11 paid holidays and 1 personal holiday in addition to accruing sick leave.
  
  Our Values:
  
  
  • Respect - We treat every person and interaction with consideration and goodwill.
  • Professionalism - We are committed to excellence in our work and conduct.
  • Integrity - We do the right things for the right reasons - trusting others to do the same.
  • Accountability - With courage, we hold ourselves and each other accountable for exhibiting respect, professionalism, and integrity.
  
  How to Apply :
  
  Interested in joining the UTC team? Click the Apply button at the top to begin! We only consider candidates for further screening if the following documents are attached to your completed application packet.
  
  
  1. Letter of Interest describing how you meet the position qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate.
  2. Resume detailing your applicable experience and education.
  
  
  1. References: At least three (3) professional references with current telephone numbers and email addresses. One (1) contact MUST be your current or most recent supervisor.
  
  The initial screening of candidates will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the application, including answers provided to the Supplemental Questionnaire, along with the required attachments - letter of interest, resume, and references submitted as part of the application process.
  Please note, see resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application or supplemental questionnaire.
  Duties
  What you'll do:
  
  Reporting to an assigned Section Manager, this Regulatory Analyst 3 project position works on complex issues with significant and broad impact on private solid waste collection, transportation, water companies, customers, and other stakeholders. This position plays a critical role in helping the commission navigate the most complex technical issues by conducting reliable analysis, summarizing and packaging information clearly, accurately, and in easy-to-understand terms, identifying the critical decision points of complex filings, and balancing stakeholder interests. Tasks are unstructured and require the incumbent to understand the private water and transportation industries and operating environment and apply appropriate administrative codes, statutes, regulatory policies and procedures, legal and regulatory precedents, and other information to complete assignments.
  Additional duties include, but aren't limited to the following:
  
  
  • Performs detailed quantitative and qualitative analyses using economic, financial, accounting, and regulatory principles, with particular emphasis on solid waste rate filings, PRO billing and payment structures, and compliance with SB5284 requirements. Ensures solid waste investment plans and asset acquisitions provide recycling services or expands recycling services in areas not currently or adequately served, in accordance with the requirements of SB5284.
  • Investigates and monitors the processing of recycling material through "responsible markets" in accordance with the requirements of SB5284. Quantifies the financial qualitative and quantitative impacts of the practice or issue to ratepayers and the public interest which includes anti-racist and pro-equity considerations, identifies the root cause of the issue, and recommends resolution through a specific course of action to decision makers.
  • Independently evaluates the validity of utility and transportation requests through quantitative, qualitative, and anecdotal analysis and by applying advanced principles of economics, financial accounting, and regulatory theory.
  • Independently conducts research that is directly relevant to the regulation of public utilities and transportation companies in Washington.
  • Translates complex and technical concepts into accessible terms for decision-makers through memoranda, formal testimony, or presentations on tariff filings, petitions, and other relief sought by utilities, transportation companies and stakeholders.
  • Leads rulemaking teams or participates as a member of a rulemaking team drafting administrative rules to implement new legislation, streamline or improve existing administrative procedures, and eliminate or replace outdated processes.
  • Leads or participates as a member of a team to assess utility and transportation rate filings critically, comprehensively, and holistically.
  • Initiates or leads complex and specialized staff investigations concerning business practices or potentially problematic regulatory issues.
  • Leads or participates in teams for policy dockets on complex regulatory issues.
  • Leads and participates in agency processes as a representative of the UTC. This includes preparing fiscal notes and detailing how a proposed bill would affect the agency's workload, providing responsive materials for requests for public records, and attending section meetings and agency-required meetings.
  • Provides information and process guidance to companies, customers, and other stakeholders.
  • Supports other staff members with written deliverables by providing clarifying, corrective, or substantive edits. Assists team members with creating narrative aids that help convey meaningful messages from complex information, visual presentations, charting, and infographics.
  
  
  Qualifications
  Required Qualifications:
  
  
  • A bachelor's degree involving major study in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, economics, accounting, business or public administration, finance, social sciences, law or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the US Dept. of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or a foreign equivalent.
  
  
  Please note that an advanced degree in one of the fields listed above may substitute for one (1) year of the desired experience.
  AND
  
  • Three (3) years of professional research or analysis experience with an institution engaged primarily in regulatory matters; or two (2) years performing regulatory analysis for Washington state government, one (1) year of which must have been at the Regulatory Analyst 2 level or equivalent.
  
  OR
  
  • Seven (7) years of professional research or analysis experience with an institution engaged primarily in regulatory matters; or six (6) years performing regulatory analysis for Washington state government, one (1) year of which must have been at the second level or equivalent.
  
  
  Experience must include:
  
  
  • Research and quantitative analytical experience, which includes experience researching, evaluating, and drawing conclusions from large amounts of quantitative and qualitative data; supporting recommendations with facts and analysis; and interpreting laws, rules, polices, and procedures.
  • Communication skills, which include both formal and informal written and oral communication tailored to specific audiences and settings.
  • Team building experience, which includes experience developing positive, productive, and respectful working relationships with distinct stakeholders and co-workers.
  • Leadership or ability to lead groups of teams.
  • Project management knowledge and principles
  
  Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in:
  
  
  • Analytical Skills and Critical Thinking - Independently formulates judgments on complex issues, qualitative, and anecdotal data, evidence, and research; reaches conclusions through the holistic review of multiple forms of evidence and identifies connections, gaps, discrepancies, and key data necessary to reach an informed decision; distinguishes information that is and is not pertinent to a decision or solution. Assesses the workload impact versus the value to the public interest of new proposal.
  • Fundamental Regulatory Skills - Applies economic theory, accounting standards and principles, Commission policy and interpretive statements, legal precedents, administrative rules, and statutes in a manner consistent with the subject matter; examines issues to understand and discuss historical context; researches general fields of study to understand implication on regulatory mechanisms and practices including; economics, accounting, business administration, engineering, and computer science. Effectively persuades others to voluntarily accept recommendations or advice.
  • Writing and Communication - Writes clearly and concisely using the Analytical Skills and Critical Thinking core competency and holistically reasoned arguments; independently translates complex technical concepts into messages non-technical audiences can readily understand; listen carefully, reflects upon what is being said, and responds appropriately; presents information clearly, accurately, and in an audience-specific manner; demonstrates situational awareness by adapting communication styles and tools to ensure that information is accessible to everyone including people of non-while cultures and backgrounds.
  
  
  
  • Inclusive and Collaborative Conduct - Takes responsibility for actions and impacts; works collaboratively as a part of a team; respects the point of view of others and approaches disagreements about work matters with active listening and good will; ensures individual interactions incorporate equitable treatment of the Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to a supervisor or leader; demonstrates UTC's Values at all times, through the lens of antiracism, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
  
  
  
  • Leadership - Leads by example, always demonstrating the Inclusive and Collaborative Conduct core competency, exhibiting balance and fairhandedness in considering various perspectives, maintaining composure and level-headedness in difficult situations; demonstrates emotional intelligence and intellectual humility; pursues compromise and collaboration.
  
  
  
  • Project Management - Plans, designs, organizes, leads, and executes the work of an individual or team project, ensuring a high-quality work product within specific time constraints; leads the development of project plans which includes, but is not limited to, establishing realistic timelines, identification of attainable project deliverables, articulating clear roles and responsibilities for team members, and specific criteria for successful project completion; regularly monitors progress and provides updates to direct supervisor and applicable leaders on the status of the project, including but not limited to, risks and issues that affect the completion of the project the Leadership core competency, and facilitates the building and managing of interpersonal relationships to ensure project success; demonstrates personal accountability and commitment to the success of a project; responsible for managing and facilitating internal and external feedback processes.
  • Mentorship - Explains and teaches non-expert how to conduct analysis and reach a recommendation on the employee's area of expertise; demonstrates the Inclusive and Collaborative Conduct and Writing and Communication core competencies; acknowledges that peers may have differences in how they best receive information due to personal, cultural, or linguistic preferences and modifies mentorship approach so that it is accessible to the recipient.
  • Peer Review - Feeback is expected to demonstrate the Inclusive and Collaborative Conduct and the Writing and Communication core competencies; be completed within a reasonable timeframe with reasonable accommodations as necessary consistent with section guidelines; be mindful of the personal, cultural, and linguistic preferences of the recipient.
  • Continuous Process Improvement - Uses Lean tools and principles to continuously identify improvements, solve problems, and improve work processes. Participates in process improvement projects/teams and thoughtfully engages in section/division meetings.
  
  Demonstration of Equity Competencies:
  
  
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow: Takes responsibility for knowing their own strengths and weaknesses and uses their learning to make government programs and processes more efficient and effective to serve all in Washington.
  • The ability to take action to meet the needs of others: Flexible, adaptable, customer-service focused, and willing and able to empathetically respond to the unique needs of the people they work with and serve.
  
  UTC Core Competencies:
  
  
  • Accountability
  • DEI Knowledge, Understanding, & Commitment
  • Self-Awareness and Commitment to Growth
  • Cultivating Mutually Beneficial and Trusting Strategic Partnerships
  • Inclusive Excellence & Allyship
  • Measuring Success and Improvement
  • Customer Focus
  • Results Focus
  • Communication Skills
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Self-Development
  • Continuous Process Improvement
  
  Desired Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :
  
  
  • Advanced degree (e.g., Master's in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Public Policy, Law, or related discipline).
  • Experience testifying as an expert witness or presenting technical information in formal regulatory proceedings.
  • Experience with solid waste management policy, Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs), or environmental regulatory frameworks.
  • Knowledge of Washington State regulatory processes, administrative law, and Commission procedures.
  
  
  Supplemental Information
  READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION COMPLETELY:
  
  
  • This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
  • This position is exempt from overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
  • Ensure the accuracy, spelling, and grammar of your application and any requested attachments before submitting.
  
  
  If you have progressed this far and are thinking you do not qualify for the position, consider again! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the UTC, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the candidate needed for this or other roles.
  
  All information may be verified; additional documentation may be required. Candidates may be disqualified if the education and/or work experience does not include information used to meet the minimum qualifications of the job.
  
  The UTC is an equal opportunity employer. We want to make sure you have an equal opportunity to join our team. Our commitment is making sure current and future employees are treated fairly and equally without regard to age, sex (including gender identity), race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or religious or political affiliation.
  
  Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact humanresources@utc.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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  Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their redacted DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact UTC Human Resources at humanresources@utc.wa.gov.
  For more information about the UTC, please visit:
  
  www.utc.wa.gov, www.twitter.com/wautc and www.facebook.com/wautc
  
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  More than Just a Paycheck!
  Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
  
  We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
  
  Read about our benefits:
  The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
  
  Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
  
  Insurance Benefits
  Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
  
  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
  
  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
  
  Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
  
  Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
  
  The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
  
  Retirement and Deferred Compensation
  State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
  
  Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
  
  Social Security
  All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
  
  Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  
  Holidays
  Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
  
  Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
  
  Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
  
  Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
  
  Sick Leave
  Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
  
  Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  Vacation (Annual Leave)
  Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
  
  Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
  
  Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
  
  As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
  
  Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
  
  Military Leave
  Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
  
  Bereavement Leave
  Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
  
  Additional Leave
  Leave Sharing
  
  Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  Leave Without Pay
  
  Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
  
  Updated 01-07-2026
  01
  
  Have you attached the required materials for consideration to your application? This includes your letter of interest, resume, and three (3) professional references, one (1) being your current or most recent supervisor. Failure to attach the requested materials may result in your application being marked incomplete.
  • Yes, I have attached a cover letter, resume, and provided three (3) professional references as indicated.
  • No, I have not attached a cover letter and a resume. I understand my application may be marked incomplete.
  
  02
  
  Which statement best represents how you meet the qualifications for the position?
  • I hold a bachelor's and/or advanced degree involving major study in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, economics, accounting, business or public administration, finance, social sciences, law or related field; and three (3) years of professional research or analysis experience with an institution engaged primarily in regulatory matters.
  • I hold a bachelor's and/or advanced degree involving major study in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, economics, accounting, business or public administration, finance, social sciences, law or related field; and two (2) years performing regulatory analysis for Washington state government. One (1) of those years was at the Regulatory Analyst 2 level or equivalent.
  • I have six (6) years' experience performing regulatory analysis for Washington state government. One (1) of those years was at the Regulatory Analyst 2 level or equivalent.
  • I have seven (7) years of professional research or analysis experience with an institution engaged primarily in regulatory matters.
  • I do not possess the required qualifications as described.
  
  03
  
  Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question two (2). Please provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.
  04
  
  Which of the following best describes your experience performing professional level research and analysis or policy development?
  • I have less than six (6) months of experience or training.
  • I have completed an employer-sponsored training or higher education program with a minimum of six (6) months applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have one (1) to three (3) years of experience successfully and regularly applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have three (3) or more years of experience with extensive, polished knowledge applying this competency in the workplace.
  
  05
  
  Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question four (4) above. Provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.
  06
  
  Which best fits your professional experience implementing data analytical tools and concepts, including but not limited to experience organizing and performing data mining and cleaning, statistical modelling, data visualization, and Microsoft software packages (such as Power Query, PowerBI, and Power Automate)?
  • I have less than six (6) months of experience or training.
  • I have completed an employer-sponsored training or higher education program with a minimum of six (6) months applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have one (1) to three (3) years of experience successfully and regularly applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have three (3) or more years of experience with extensive, polished knowledge applying this competency in the workplace.
  
  07
  
  Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question six (6) above. Provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.
  08
  
  Which of the following best describes your level of experience testifying and undergoing cross-examination in formal legal proceedings?
  • I have less than six (6) months of experience or training.
  • I have completed an employer-sponsored training or higher education program with a minimum of six (6) months applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have one (1) to three (3) years of experience successfully and regularly applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have three (3) or more years of experience with extensive, polished knowledge applying this competency in the workplace.
  
  09
  
  Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question eight (8) above. Provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.
  10
  
  Which of the following best describes your level of experience with Producer Responsibility Organizations (PRO) SB5284?
  • I have less than six (6) months of experience or training.
  • I have completed an employer-sponsored training or higher education program with a minimum of six (6) months applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have one (1) to three (3) years of experience successfully and regularly applying this competency in the workplace.
  • I have three (3) or more years of experience with extensive, polished knowledge applying this competency in the workplace.
  
  11
  
  From the following list, please select the areas in which you have at least six (6) months of experience in both theory and practice:
  • I have no expertise in any of these areas
  • Tariff Revisions
  • General Rate Cases (GRC)
  • Phased in Rates
  • Sales and Property Transfers or Acquisitions
  • Line extensions
  • Accounting Petitions
  • Low-Income Rates
  • Surcharges
  • Commodity Price Adjustments (CPA)
  • Fuel Surcharges
  • Disposal Fees
  • Affiliated Interest Agreements and Contracts
  • Compliance filings
  
  12
  
  Please briefly describe how you gained your experience related to question eleven (11) above. Provide dates, agency/company, and position/role held. Please indicate N/A if none.
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