The Office of Consumer Counsel seeks applications to fill the role of Independent Consumer Advocate (ICA) for the Metropolitan District of Hartford County (MDC) for a two-year term. The ICA advocates for consumer interests in all matters which may MDC consumers, including, but not limited to, rates, water quality, water supply and wastewater service quality. This position is authorized pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 7-334a, as amended by Public Act 24-98. This is a flexible, part-time (based on hourly compensation), and remote-work friendly position for two years, subject to renewal.
The ICA will be paid monthly by the MDC based on billable hours invoiced to OCC and MDC, with explanation of services provided. Total annual compensation not to exceed $70,000, unless there is a demonstration of substantial need made by the ICA and approved by the board of commissioners of MDC.
Interested candidates should submit a resume, a cover letter describing the candidate’s relevant experience, including but not limited to any experience in municipal, public utility law and policy or consumer advocacy; and two references.
Applications should be submitted via email to:
Veronica.Maas@ct.gov and Claire.E.Coleman@ct.gov
Consumer Counsel
Claire E. Coleman
c/o Veronica Maas
Office of Consumer Counsel
10 Franklin Square
New Britain, CT 06051-2605
Prior to finalization of selection, candidates will be required to submit a Certificate of Good Standing from the Connecticut Statewide Grievance Committee a written certification that the candidate does not have any conflicts of interest, as defined by the Rules of Professional Conduct, in representing MDC consumers as a class.
The Consumer Counsel, appointed pursuant to Section16-2a of the General Statutes, shall select the ICA to serve for a two-year term. The ICA may be terminated by the Consumer Counsel prior to the completion of a two-year term only for misconduct, material neglect of duty or incompetence.
The MDC seeks to enhance the diversity of its workforce. People of color, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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The Office of Consumer Counsel seeks applications to fill the role of Independent Consumer Advocate (ICA) for the Metropolitan District of Hartford County (MDC) for a two-year term. The ICA advocates for consumer interests in all matters which may MDC consumers, including, but not limited to, rates, water quality, water supply and wastewater service quality. This position is authorized pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 7-334a, as amended by Public Act 24-98. This is a flexible, part-time (based on hourly compensation), and remote-work friendly position for two years, subject to renewal.