Deputy Director
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) is seeking to fill the Deputy Director position in the Industry Analysis Division in Jefferson City.
Job Posting Number: IA211126
Salary: Annual salary range for the Deputy Director is $98,934 – $107,861 plus benefits. (The salary listed reflects the base pay rate. Verified prior state service, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, may increase total compensation.)
Job Location: This position is located at 200 Madison Street, Jefferson City, MO 65102
Why you’ll love this position:
The Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric, natural gas, steam, water and sewer utilities in Missouri. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates.
What you’ll do:
- Provide technical support to the Industry Analysis Director.
- Assist in developing staff positions and policies.
- Assist Industry Analysis management in developing training programs.
- Participate in the development, implementation or interpretation of new or revised, commission staff positions or policies.
- Research and prepare responses to requests for information from state and federal agencies, other states, and the general public.
- Review reports, recommendations, and testimony prepared by commission staff for clarity, completeness, accuracy, and conformance with agency policies.
- Provide testimony as an expert witness at Commission, legislative, and other hearings, and assist Commission attorneys in hearing preparation as needed.
- Assist leadership on state and federal legislative related matters; testify before legislative committees as necessary; assist in responding to legislative questions and provide briefings to Commissioners and Division Directors.
- Consult with agency staff regarding fiscal impact of assigned bills.
- Position may require occasional in- and out-of-state travel.
All you need for success:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in finance, accounting, economics, business, public administration or engineering and;
- 5 or more years of relevant experience in legal, rate-making, or service issues at the Missouri Public Service Commission.
- Graduate work in the specified educational areas may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for a maximum of two years of the stated specified experience. Qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for deficiencies in the stated education.
- Must have a high level of both verbal and written communication skills and the ability to explain and interpret the results of complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with spreadsheets and word processing is essential.
- The ability to work well independently and in a team environment is required.
- Strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills and personal computer experience are required.
More reasons to love this position:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found at https://pers.oa.mo.gov/applicants.
- Health insurance 1st of the month following start date.
- 10 hours of paid sick and vacation time each month.
- 13 paid holidays.
- Optional life, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- State employee pension plan and deferred savings program.
- Potential flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
If you have questions about the position, please contact:
To be considered for this position, please submit an application, resume, a copy of each transcript from all colleges/universities attended, and a short technical writing sample by 5:00 pm November 27, 2026, to the MO Public Service Commission, PO Box 360, Jefferson City, MO 65102 or via e-mail to pscjobs@psc.mo.gov. For additional information about this position, you may visit https://mocareers.mo.gov/psc or http://psc.mo.gov/General/Career_Opportunities.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.