Regulatory Compliance Analyst

Consumers Energy; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Consumers Energy, Michigan's largest energy provider, seeks a Regulatory Compliance Analyst to support compliance requirements and regulatory standards across NERC frameworks. The role emphasizes program management, controls, risk assessment, and continuous improvement across service centers in Michigan.

Hybrid work with onsite days Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; relocation support available. Requires knowledge of energy regulations and strong analytical skills, plus experience in utility

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in compliance, risk management, auditing in a utility context.
• Experience managing cross-functional programs in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of NERC standards and regulatory compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist on interpretations of NERC standards.
• Assess processes for regulatory compliance and drive improvements.
• Develop procedures to satisfy NERC requirements.

Skills

Analytical data handling

Multi-priority management

Regulatory interpretation

Regulatory documentation

Effective communication

Process improvement

Risk assessment

Confidential information handling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Engineering, or Business

Associate’s degree with 4+ years’ compliance experience

High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years’ compliance experience

Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Regulatory Compliance Analyst will use detailed program management expertise to provide program and process support for compliance requirements and regulatory standards. Research, analyze, select, and apply program management concepts, approaches, techniques, and criteria to ensure compliance requirements are met; engage in industry discussions and forums to help steer the development of new and modifications to existing regulatory requirements; research testing and control methods used at Consumers Energy sites to ensure they are within regulatory standards. Familiarity with the techniques and concepts of compliance program detective, preventive, and corrective actions and controls is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist business unit subject matter experts with interpretations of the relevant NERC standards.
• Assess business unit processes to determine if they satisfy the relevant regulations (NERC Standards, etc.) and, if not, recommend and oversee improvements to achieve compliance.
• Contribute to the development of procedures that specify the standard work required to satisfy each NERC requirement.
• Engage in discussions and forums to help steer regulatory compliance standards development and modifications to existing standards.
• Manage and lead assigned compliance continuous improvement projects, as needed or directed.
• Monitor and respond to federal and industry-level alerts and inquiries regarding the company's compliance programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary.
• Perform risk control activities and review program procedures to identify gaps and update processes. Suggest and help implement process improvements and waste elimination initiatives.
• Responsible for monitoring public utility commissions, industry events, and trends for changes in regulatory policies and procedures that could impact compliance with utility rate case filings, regulated program offerings, business practices, or other regulatory strategies.
• Responsible for reviewing compliance evidence and documentation for accuracy and regulatory adherence. Develop action plans and risk controls to ensure regulatory objectives are met within established deadlines.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Skill in analyzing and organizing technical data.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, tasks, and assignments.
• Understanding and familiarity with each regulation under purview and the ability to oversee the development of procedures that specify the standard work required to satisfy each NERC requirement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop documentation for regulatory processes and procedures.
• Possess sufficient familiarity with business processes to guide business unit subject matter experts toward compliant behavior.
• Ability to maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by adhering to organizational standards, policies, and legal regulations; alerting others to potential concerns.
• Ability to analyze processes and implement improvements through data analysis and control design.
• Knowledge of regulatory laws and organizational structure, with skills and knowledge specifically applicable to the energy and utility industry.
• Ability to perform compliance assessments that result in desired outcomes through effective controls and adherence to requirements.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information, conduct research, and manage highly confidential and time-sensitive matters.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline, with two (2) or more years of experience in compliance, risk management, auditing, and a strong utility operations background. Experience creating reports, learning new technology, change management, and data analysis. Experience managing technical cross-functional programs. For T&E and Operations: Experience in the operation, design, manufacturing, and/or repair of transmission and distribution electrical equipment or electrical systems. (Required)

(OR) Associate's degree with four (4) or more years of experience in compliance, risk management, auditing, and a strong utility operations background. Experience creating reports, learning new technology, change management, and data analysis. Experience managing technical cross-functional programs. For T&E and Operations: Experience in the operation, design, manufacturing, and/or repair of transmission and distribution electrical equipment or electrical systems. (Required)

(OR) High School Diploma/GED with six (6) or more years of experience in compliance, risk management, auditing, and a strong utility operations background. Experience creating reports, learning new technology, change management, and data analysis. Experience managing technical cross-functional programs. For T&E and Operations: Experience in the operation, design, manufacturing, and/or repair of transmission and distribution electrical equipment or electrical systems. (Required)

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.