ADMINISTRATIVE ATTORNEY - UNCLASSIFIED

⁠​‌‌​​​‌​​​‌‌‌​‌​​​‌‌​​​‌​‌​​‌​‌‌​​‌‌‌​​‌⁠ The Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Administrative Attorney for the Office of General Counsel. Must be highly professional, well-organized, and self-motivated. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment in collaboration with engineers, accountants, economists, and other legal staff; compile and summarize information and prepare correspondence or reports related to assignments; and contribute effectively to the accomplishment of objectives. Must possess skills in effective written and verbal communication; the ability to communicate with the general public and representatives of public utilities and other parties who appear before the Commission; the ability to collaboratively complete writing assignments; and the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute timelines. Graduation from an accredited law school. Membership in the Nevada State Bar desirable. This position will assist in providing guidance to commissioners and hearing officers under the direction of the General Counsel and/or Deputy General Counsel, or other supervising attorney(s). Required to interpret and apply relevant statutes, regulations, policies and procedures. Required to analyze and evaluate positions of parties in contested cases addressing complex technical, financial and legal issues. Draft orders, regulations, reports, and notices. Schedule and participate in hearings, workshops, oral arguments, and prehearing conferences. Assist in developing evidentiary records through questioning of expert witnesses. Collaborate with policy advisors, presiding officers, and other attorneys to construct legal arguments, recommendations, and resolutions. May be expected to perform additional job-related duties and to have or develop additional job-related knowledge and skills. Must be available for occasional travel. General knowledge of administrative law and the rules of evidence. Familiarity with Westlaw online legal research service.