Job title: Discovery and Testimony Coordinator
Company: State of Oregon
Job description: Initial Posting Date: 08/27/2024Application Deadline: 09/10/2024Agency: Public Utility CommissionSalary Range: $3,475 – $4,751Position Type: EmployeePosition Title: Discovery and Testimony CoordinatorJob Description:Job Description:A career with the PUC provides a rewarding employment opportunity that harnesses and expands your education, skills, and talents in energy policy. Apply now to positively impact the public good, while collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals!Our mission is to ensure Oregonians have access to safe, reliable and fairly priced utility services that advance state policy and promote the public interest. We use an inclusive process to evaluate differing viewpoints and visions of the public interest and arrive at balanced, well-reasoned, independent decisions supported by fact and law. More information about our vision and values can be found at: and .What you will do:As the successful candidate for this position, you will support the Energy Program and the Water, Telecom, Safety and Consumers Programs by facilitating the discovery and information requests and responses for the Staff analysts and economists to assist them with investigating matters before the Commission. Works directly with the analysts and their managers in filing the analysts’ testimony and comments, managing the discovery tracking system, scheduling items for regular and special public meetings, scheduling and hosting other meetings, assisting Safety staff with administrative tasks and committee facilitation, and proof-reading documents.Major duties include:Prepares documents for the Energy Program and the Water, Telecom, Safety and Consumers Programs from a template or general direction.Support Analysts in compiling redacting testimony and exhibits ensuring due dates are met.Tracks, logs, and facilitates discovery for Commission Staff in an electronic format using a cloud-based application such as Huddle.Process and secure protected information submitted in agency proceedings.Proofread complex documents for spelling, punctuation, grammar, format, syntax, and presentation.Administrative support activities including as acting as membership coordinator, compiling agenda for quarterly meetings, scheduling speakers, preparing correspondence and materials under the direction of Staff.Responds to requests for case information from PUC management, Commission Staff, and other stakeholders.Benefits for joining our Team:Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment.Colleagues who are innovative and passionate about public service.Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.More information about the PUC can be found online at: .This is a permanent, full-time, unrepresented position.Hybrid-Remote Work:Currently, employees who live in the State of Oregon may request approval for hybrid-remote work (generally from the employee’s personal residence). This position may be performed remotely, and at our central office in Salem. The ability to report to Salem is required when business or operational needs are necessary for onsite activities. Hybrid-remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time.What we are looking for:Two years of secretarial or basic administrative support experience that includes records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;ORAn associate degree in general office occupations and one year of experience with records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience.Requested Skills:Work experience preparing and proofreading a variety of complex documents including legal documents and utilizing an established standard or style guide such as APA, Chicago, or Oregon Appellate Court.Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint in an office setting.Advanced proficiency utilizing Adobe Pro to create, edit, combine, sign, and convert PDF documents.Work experience providing professional customer service that demonstrated active listening skills, collaboration, and attention to detail.Work experience using time management and organizational skills to meet deadlinesWork experience using electronic document filing systems.Work experience properly handling and securing confidential documents both electronically and in hard copy.Work experience successfully scheduling and coordinating all facets of meetings and events including taking meeting minutes.Work experience coordinating, supporting, and hosting meetings conducted via video conferencing.Work experience applying laws, rules, policies and procedures.How to Apply:Click on the “Apply” link above to complete your online application and submit by the posted closing date and time. For step-by-step instructions click or .The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum qualifications for this position; be specific in describing how your skills and experience relate to the desired skills listed above.Attach your current resume.Your resume and Workday job history will be reviewed by PUC to determine if you will move forward to the interview process.Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on an equal pay calculator. For further information, please visit the Oregon Department of Administrative Services homepage.Questions/Need Help?If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act contact PUC Human Resource Analyst Jessica Leedham at 503-580-5740.Additional Information:Candidates whose training and/or experience most closely match the requirements and needs of the position may be eligible for an interview. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level.Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans’ preference. Click on the following link for additional information on .The PUC does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three-days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.If you are hired, you may be required to provide facts about past employment and present financial interests if they could be connected with the businesses regulated by the PUC.This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates; this list will be used to fill the current opening and may be used to fill other openings as they occur.The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.For positions approved for hybrid/remote, demonstrate suitability for remote work, including access to a broadband internet connection that meets or exceeds the minimum acceptable requirements.The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.The PUC is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity.
Expected salary: $3475 – 4751 per month
Location: Salem, OR
Job date: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:23:30 GMT
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