NERC Operations & Planning Compliance Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Ensure the reliability of the Bulk Power System by monitoring compliance with NERC standards and enforcing related activities.

• Offer guidance to support and enhance risk management within operational business units.

• Maintain and update compliance policies, programs, procedures, and infrastructure pertaining to NERC O&P Standards.

• Prepare, coordinate, and assist with internal, consultant, and regulatory compliance audits, which may involve site visits.

• Facilitate the resolution of compliance issues and formulate improvement recommendations and mitigation strategies.

• Document and report potential violations to regulatory bodies, ensuring timely resolution is tracked in auditable records.

• Utilize compliance technology to assign, track, and oversee compliance initiatives.

• Establish, document, and uphold operational support procedures and best practices.

• Manage compliance self-certification and data submission processes.

• Keep organizations informed about NERC Standards Development activities and communicate EDF's positions to NERC.

• Ensure prompt compliance with new or revised NERC and NERC RTO regulatory requirements.

• Stay informed about utility industry trends by participating in benchmarking activities and industry forums/groups.

• Suggest or implement compliance programs and initiatives, leading project teams as necessary.

• Provide technical assistance to operations and business unit staff.

• Execute additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is required.

• A minimum of five (5+) years of experience in a compliance or audit role is required.

• Technical expertise and experience with NERC Operations & Planning standards is essential.

• Experience in a regulated entity, ideally within the electricity industry, is preferred.

• Outstanding communication skills are necessary.

• Ability to collaborate professionally with business units on compliance projects.

• Strong attention to detail is required.

• Exceptional leadership, time management, and organizational abilities are a must.

• Strong problem-solving skills are essential.

• Competence in establishing, documenting, and maintaining procedures and guidelines is necessary.

• Ability to provide technical support to operations and business unit staff is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive bonus incentives; eligible for an annual bonus program.

• Affordable health and wellness coverage for employees and eligible dependents.

• 401(k) plan with a generous matching contribution.

• Paid time off programs.

• Paid parental leave after one year of service.

• Opportunities for learning, career development, and advancement.

• Mentorship and buddy programs.