Specialized Business Consultant III

Client Domain: Public Utility Company Title: Specialized Business Consultant III Location: San Diego, CA Duration: 8+ Months Pay Rate: $70-80/hr Interview: 2-3 Rounds of IV Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually - as applicable. Job Description: Develops, analyzes, revises and administers the organization's tariff schedules. Compiles, studies and maintains rate, revenue, load and customer data to assess the effectiveness of current tariff schedules and rules, and develops proposals to change the organization's existing rates and rules. Typically found in regulated telecommunications, electric and/or gas utility organizations. Primary Purpose: Conducts detailed rate analysis and develops models that guide pricing decisions and regulatory filings. Provides insights that help the organization balance financial objectives with customer and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: Supports leaders with comprehensive mass rate impact and comparison projects, ensuring timely and accurate outcomes. Performs standard to complex rate analysis to assist non-residential customers, providing tailored solutions and insights. Conducts detailed reviews of rate change applications, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collects and analyzes financial information and operating statistics to inform the development of regulatory strategies. Maintains and enhances rate analysis tools and internal calculators for the team, ensuring efficient and accurate analysis capabilities. Examines customer communications for information verification, ensuring accuracy and clarity. Supports the development of special contract rates for current and prospective customers, aligning with strategic objectives. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: Typically requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Experience: Typically requires 5 years of related experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Ability to independently manage defined rate analysis workstreams. Ability to influence decisions through data-driven insights. Ability to resolve non-routine methodological issues using professional judgment. Knowledge of integrated rate development, cost allocation, and recovery processes. Knowledge of regulatory, contractual, or policy constraints affecting rates. Skill in analyzing moderately complex cost, demand, or usage scenarios. Skill in developing and maintaining rate or pricing models.