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Senior Director, Rates & Regulatory Affairs

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 31 Jul 2026

About the role

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

This position is responsible to lead the regulatory operations and rates related functions for the western region. The position is responsible for ensuring positive resolutions to rate cases, integrated resource plans, and other regulatory filings in the states within which we operate. The position has direct reporting relationships with the regional regulatory Directors and managers and as such is expected to be the expert on US regulation and all related matters; including being an expert witness representing company interests in each regulatory jurisdiction. This position is responsible for ensuring all reporting requirement to external regulatory authorities will be completed accurately, on time. The position is also responsible to develop and implement regulatory outreach strategies, rates filings, and regulatory filings. Has primary responsibility for managing the relationship with regulatory commissions/authorities and ensuring that the policies and procedures of the organization comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Provide regulatory leadership and advice to key stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize earnings.

Accountabilities

Prime responsibility for executing rate cases across Liberty Utilities in the western region
Responsible for advancing regulatory framework by applying for and receiving approval for increased mechanisms which increase the revenue stability for Liberty Utilities
Oversees the company’s regulatory application process to obtain all necessary approvals
Establishes and maintains good relationship with regulatory authorities
Liaises with senior level regulatory authorities and participates in industry forums to influence regulatory policies
Ensure alignment of regulatory strategies to all key functional areas to ensure regulatory compliance and to maximize shareholder value
Lead all rate making activities
Develop tactics to maximize rate recovery of prudently incurred capital and operating expenses
Provides advisory to regulatory team and company mangement on emerging regulations and changes impacting rate applications and company investment.
Oversees the review and interpretation of new pending laws and regulations, which potentially affect the organization's business practices, and coordinates the development or revision of policies, procedures, contracts, and agreements to ensure compliance
Responsible for timely and accurate completion of all regulatory compliance filings in all jurisdictions
Lead a team of regulatory professionals from coast to coast and be the subject matter expert on utility regulation