Staff Attorney

Closing Date: 15th October, 2026

Description:

Overview:
The Staff Attorney at the Public Utility Commission (PUC) offers a unique chance to participate in Vermont's regulatory process that implements major policy decisions which often have statewide, regional, and national significance.

Specific duties include:

• Reviewing utility- related filings and drafting proposed rules
• Assisting in the development of Commission policy on utility-related matters
• Presiding over contested cases as a quasi-judicial hearing officer, with responsibility to identify significant issues
• Conducting thorough hearings in a fair, professional, judicious manner
• Preparing comprehensive proposed decisions that resolve all critical issues
• Assisting the Commission in evaluating the proposed decisions.

The Attorney will also advise the Commission in cases that the Commission hears directly, with responsibility to identify, research, and analyze significant issues; manage the procedural elements of the cases; work as part of a team; and draft the Commission's orders.

Please provide a cover letter as part of your application materials.

This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan. (https://humanresources.vermont.gov/document/attorney-pay-plan-fy-25)

Who May Apply:

• This position, Staff Attorney (Job Requisition #55776), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
• If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Hutchinson at karen.hutchinson@vermont.gov.
• Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:
Must currently be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar, or eligible to obtain admission by waiver.

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