SENIOR REGULATORY & LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL (GOV. REP. 2)
National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, Trenton, NJ, United States
Overview
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES NOTICE OF VACANCY
POSTING: 12–2026
OPENING DATE: APRIL 22, 2026
CLOSING DATE: MAY 13, 2026
TITLE: SENIOR REGULATORY & LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL (GOV. REP. 2)
WORKWEEK: 35 HOURS (NL)
EXISTING VACANCIES: 1
SALARY: $140,000.00 - $155,000.00
DIVISION/OFFICE: CHIEF OF STAFF’S OFFICE
OPEN TO: GENERAL PUBLIC
General Description
Under direction of the Chief of Staff or other supervisory position, assists the BPU’s Office of Government Affairs in tracking legislation, preparing BPU communications with elected officials and on legislative matters, and responding to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries.
Coordinates with BPU technical staff and BPU Counsel’s Office to obtain feedback on proposed or pending New Jersey state legislation; drafts comments and proposed bill revisions; communicates with legislators, legislative staff, and stakeholders regarding BPU’s positions.
Performs research on legislation, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local governments in connection with BPU’s programmatic and policy needs.
Work Responsibilities
Supports the work of the Office of General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs with respect to the development and review of legislation and regulations.
Reviews bills and drafts legislative proposals related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Board of Public Utilities.
Prepares memoranda summarizing and analyzing legislation, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local governments pertaining to BPU programs and policy initiatives; provides advice to BPU President, BPU Senior Staff, and BPU Government Affairs staff on legislative matters.
In consultation with the President and BPU Senior Staff, and with input from BPU technical divisions and BPU Counsel’s Office, communicates and coordinates with Governor’s Office, other state agencies, legislators, and legislative staff about proposed and pending legislation.
Prepares or directs the preparation of agency legislative testimony and agency written communication in response to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries and regarding legal and regulatory aspects of BPU programs.
Assists BPU Government Affairs in tracking legislation, preparing BPU communications with elected officials and on legislative matters, and responding to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries.
Supervises development of BPU rules and regulations as Administrative Practice Officer for BPU, including reviewing legislation to determine when regulations must be adopted or updated, developing timeframes for rulemaking, tracking rule status, overseeing work of assigned technical staff and regulatory officers, reviewing all rules for clarity and compliance with Administrative Procedure Act and Office of Administrative Law (OAL) requirements, and serving as primary point of contact with the OAL and the Governor’s Office on rulemaking.
Works with BPU technical staff and senior leadership to develop responses to petitions for rulemaking and ensure compliance with all timelines for action.
Reviews all notices that will be published in the New Jersey Register and serves as the point of contact with Office of Administrative Law for such notices.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited law school with Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree and licensed to practice law in New Jersey or ability to become a New Jersey-licensed attorney.
EXPERIENCE: Six (6) to Eight (8) years as a practicing attorney.
Experience in government affairs or, the utility sector or energy policy sector with primary responsibility for interaction with the New Jersey Legislature preferred.
Preferences
Preference will be given to attorneys with experience involving energy, clean energy or regulatory matters, drafting rules, regulations and/or legislation, and the application of government policies, rules and regulations.
Specific experience in a subject matter regulated by the Board is preferred.
Resume Note
Eligibility determination will be based upon information presented on the resume and/or education documents provided. Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency prior to the closing date.
Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.
General Information
Benefits
Health and Dental Benefit Plans
Prescription Drug Plan
Vision Care Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
13 Paid Holidays
Telework available for some positions
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid Leave for Military Training
Hours of Work
The hours of work for this position are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.
Residency and Work Eligibility
STATE AS A MODEL EMPLOYER (SAME) APPLICANTS
If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above.
The SAME program allows candidates, who identify as having a significant disability, to apply for non-competitive and unclassified positions through a fast track hiring process.
For more information about the SAME program and the Fast Track Hiring program, please contact the job vacancy announcement for details.
Telework:
This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot Telework Program/Policy, which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely up to two (2) days per week, if approved by Management per operational needs, subject to all requirements of the Department’s Telework Program/Policy.
WORK AUTHORIZATION:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification forms upon hire.
The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for citizenships or Visas to the United States.
Application Instructions
Submissions must be received in time to the email address listed below to be considered. Failure to submit all required documents may result in an ineligibility determination. Interviews will be granted based on the resume.
Cover letter/letter of interest indicating the posting number
A current resume
Proof of degree (a copy of your final official/unofficial transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation)
Writing Sample
A complete State of NJ Employment Application (DPF-663.pdf) and Personal Relationships Disclosure Form
All documents must be submitted via email at
humanresources@bpu.nj.gov
Subject line must include the specific job posting number.
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited law school with Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree and licensed to practice law in New Jersey or ability to become a New Jersey-licensed attorney.
EXPERIENCE: Six (6) to Eight (8) years as a practicing attorney.
Experience in government affairs or, the utility sector or energy policy sector with primary responsibility for interaction with the New Jersey Legislature preferred.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES NOTICE OF VACANCY
POSTING: 12–2026
OPENING DATE: APRIL 22, 2026
CLOSING DATE: MAY 13, 2026
TITLE: SENIOR REGULATORY & LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL (GOV. REP. 2)
WORKWEEK: 35 HOURS (NL)
EXISTING VACANCIES: 1
SALARY: $140,000.00 - $155,000.00
DIVISION/OFFICE: CHIEF OF STAFF’S OFFICE
OPEN TO: GENERAL PUBLIC
General Description
Under direction of the Chief of Staff or other supervisory position, assists the BPU’s Office of Government Affairs in tracking legislation, preparing BPU communications with elected officials and on legislative matters, and responding to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries.
Coordinates with BPU technical staff and BPU Counsel’s Office to obtain feedback on proposed or pending New Jersey state legislation; drafts comments and proposed bill revisions; communicates with legislators, legislative staff, and stakeholders regarding BPU’s positions.
Performs research on legislation, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local governments in connection with BPU’s programmatic and policy needs.
Work Responsibilities
Supports the work of the Office of General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs with respect to the development and review of legislation and regulations.
Reviews bills and drafts legislative proposals related to matters under the jurisdiction of the Board of Public Utilities.
Prepares memoranda summarizing and analyzing legislation, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local governments pertaining to BPU programs and policy initiatives; provides advice to BPU President, BPU Senior Staff, and BPU Government Affairs staff on legislative matters.
In consultation with the President and BPU Senior Staff, and with input from BPU technical divisions and BPU Counsel’s Office, communicates and coordinates with Governor’s Office, other state agencies, legislators, and legislative staff about proposed and pending legislation.
Prepares or directs the preparation of agency legislative testimony and agency written communication in response to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries and regarding legal and regulatory aspects of BPU programs.
Assists BPU Government Affairs in tracking legislation, preparing BPU communications with elected officials and on legislative matters, and responding to legislative, local government, and constituent inquiries.
Supervises development of BPU rules and regulations as Administrative Practice Officer for BPU, including reviewing legislation to determine when regulations must be adopted or updated, developing timeframes for rulemaking, tracking rule status, overseeing work of assigned technical staff and regulatory officers, reviewing all rules for clarity and compliance with Administrative Procedure Act and Office of Administrative Law (OAL) requirements, and serving as primary point of contact with the OAL and the Governor’s Office on rulemaking.
Works with BPU technical staff and senior leadership to develop responses to petitions for rulemaking and ensure compliance with all timelines for action.
Reviews all notices that will be published in the New Jersey Register and serves as the point of contact with Office of Administrative Law for such notices.
Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited law school with Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree and licensed to practice law in New Jersey or ability to become a New Jersey-licensed attorney.
EXPERIENCE: Six (6) to Eight (8) years as a practicing attorney.
Experience in government affairs or, the utility sector or energy policy sector with primary responsibility for interaction with the New Jersey Legislature preferred.
Preferences
Preference will be given to attorneys with experience involving energy, clean energy or regulatory matters, drafting rules, regulations and/or legislation, and the application of government policies, rules and regulations.
Specific experience in a subject matter regulated by the Board is preferred.
Resume Note
Eligibility determination will be based upon information presented on the resume and/or education documents provided. Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency prior to the closing date.
Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.
General Information
Benefits
Health and Dental Benefit Plans
Prescription Drug Plan
Vision Care Reimbursement
Deferred Compensation
12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick Days, 3 Administrative Leave Days
13 Paid Holidays
Telework available for some positions
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
Public Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid Leave for Military Training
Hours of Work
The hours of work for this position are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All No Limit (NL) titles will be required to perform work beyond the stated hours of work as needed, in compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements and laws.
Residency and Work Eligibility
STATE AS A MODEL EMPLOYER (SAME) APPLICANTS
If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above.
The SAME program allows candidates, who identify as having a significant disability, to apply for non-competitive and unclassified positions through a fast track hiring process.
For more information about the SAME program and the Fast Track Hiring program, please contact the job vacancy announcement for details.
Telework:
This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot Telework Program/Policy, which offers eligible employees the opportunity to work remotely up to two (2) days per week, if approved by Management per operational needs, subject to all requirements of the Department’s Telework Program/Policy.
WORK AUTHORIZATION:
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification forms upon hire.
The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorships for citizenships or Visas to the United States.
Application Instructions
Submissions must be received in time to the email address listed below to be considered. Failure to submit all required documents may result in an ineligibility determination. Interviews will be granted based on the resume.
Cover letter/letter of interest indicating the posting number
A current resume
Proof of degree (a copy of your final official/unofficial transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation)
Writing Sample
A complete State of NJ Employment Application (DPF-663.pdf) and Personal Relationships Disclosure Form
All documents must be submitted via email at
humanresources@bpu.nj.gov
Subject line must include the specific job posting number.
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited law school with Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree and licensed to practice law in New Jersey or ability to become a New Jersey-licensed attorney.
EXPERIENCE: Six (6) to Eight (8) years as a practicing attorney.
Experience in government affairs or, the utility sector or energy policy sector with primary responsibility for interaction with the New Jersey Legislature preferred.
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