COMPLIANCE LEAD

Versant Power; Bangor (ME); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 102.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Versant Power in Bangor, ME is seeking a Compliance Lead to oversee adherence to NERC standards. This senior role directs the internal compliance program, coordinates cross-functional teams, and ensures audit readiness while maintaining safety and reliability of critical electrical infrastructure.

The candidate will drive program development, leverage ITSM workflows, and collaborate with external contractors.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum an associate degree in business, economics, marketing, information technology, or electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
• At least ten years of management or leadership experience in a regulated industry.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Project management experience; ITSM/ITIL exposure is highly desired.
• Strong customer service ethic; able to work independently and in teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) is a plus.
• Willingness to travel for training; valid driver's license required.

Aufgaben

• Maintains a focus on the safety and security of staff and systems.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Internal Compliance Program.
• Coordinate team activities related to support, maintenance, design and development of NERC compliance program.
• Directs daily and routine work plans for team.
• Provides guidance and coordination efforts to the satisfaction of audit requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison to teams outside the Compliance team as well as contractors and vendors working for the interests of the company.
• Assists in project management as subject matter expert in company compliance with NERC standards.
• Work across business units to identify workflow gaps and craft solutions to facilitate the remediation.
• Performs analysis of NERC standards and coordinates resources to produce solutions which maintain compliance and avoid service disruption.
• Work within and leverage the company ITSM solutions to facilitate workflows and controls.
• Contributes to NERC program development and enhancement by identifying and vetting new technologies and providing recommendations related to their implementation and lifecycle support.
• Provides documentation, project tracking, and management reporting to support department work plans.
• Assist with policy and procedure creation and implementation.
• Maintain team documentation and training materials.
• Pursues knowledge and understanding of existing and emerging regulatory standards related to the electrical utility industry and in accordance with Maine state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Project management

ITIL

Customer service

Communication

Self-starter

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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COMPLIANCE LEAD

Bangor, ME, US

Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $102,000.00 Annually

JOB TITLE: COMPLIANCE LEAD

LOCATION: BANGOR

REPORTS TO: MANAGER, NERC COMPLIANCE

POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT

Be a part of the team that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.

Versant Power is building on our 100-year history of delivering efficient, safe and reliable electricity service to customers in northern and eastern Maine. We never lose sight of safety, quality, integrity and innovation.

We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day to deliver something more powerful than power alone.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The NERC Compliance Lead is a senior position which utilizes expertise in various subjects and insights into business processes to provide direction for company compliance with North American Energy Corporation (NERC) standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains a focus on the safety and security of staff and systems.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Internal Compliance Program.
• Coordinate team activities related to support, maintenance, design and development of NERC compliance program.
• Directs daily and routine work plans for team.
• Provides guidance and coordination efforts to the satisfaction of audit requirements.
• Serve as primary liaison to teams outside the Compliance team as well as contractors and vendors working for the interests of the company.
• Assists in project management as subject matter expert in company compliance with NERC standards.
• Work across business units to identify workflow gaps and craft solutions to facilitate the remediation.
• Performs analysis of NERC standards and coordinates resources to produce solutions which maintain compliance and avoid service disruption.
• Work within and leverage the company ITSM solutions to facilitate workflows and controls.
• Contributes to NERC program development and enhancement by identifying and vetting new technologies and providing recommendations related to their implementation and lifecycle support.
• Provides documentation, project tracking, and management reporting to support department work plans.
• Assist with policy and procedure creation and implementation.
• Maintain team documentation and training materials.
• Pursues knowledge and understanding of existing and emerging regulatory standards related to the electrical utility industry and in accordance with Maine state regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in business, economics, marketing, information technology or electrical engineering or educations equivalents such as certifications or experience work in…
• Ten years’ experience in management or leadership position in a regulated industry.
• Proven leadership and collaborative skills within a team environment required.
• Project management skills preferred. 5. ITSM solutions and ITIL experience highly desired.
• Must have a strong customer service ethic.
• Must be a self-starter as well as work well within teams.
• Must possess written and oral communication skills.
• Experience working within Microsoft Suite of applications including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio a plus.
• Although not required, experience with utility application systems and/or electrical infrastructure would be an asset.
• Must be willing to travel for training where required.
• Valid driver's license required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Position is primarily sedentary, with some walking and standing required.
• Position requires strong interpersonal skills.
• Position requires mental and visual concentration.
• Position requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Position requires excellent organizational skills.
• Position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted positions.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Versant Power is a drug-free, tobacco-free and fragrance-free workplace.

Versant Power is an equal opportunity employer.