Remote Standards Developer — Electric Grid Reliability

NERC Compliance Working Group; United States; Remote; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Travel opportunities

Job summary

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is seeking a Standards Developer for a full-time, remote role serving the DC area region. You will develop high-quality Reliability Standards, work with experts and regulators, and ensure due process in the standards process.

You will manage project schedules, prepare meetings, and communicate complex grid reliability concepts to diverse audiences. Travel is possible; eligibility to work in the US is required.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the electric power industry drafting policy, regulation, legislation, or other guidance material.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to manage and communicate priorities in order to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Competence in interpersonal communications with the ability to interact with people from different backgrounds and experience in the electric utility and energy policy industry.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office tools, such as Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
• Strong familiarity with Webex.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality Reliability Standards and implementation plans that are clear and measurable.
• Execute and proactively manage project schedules, identify risks, and manage scope changes.
• Prepare and facilitate project meetings with agendas and records; comfortable with live edits.
• Coordinate with standards staff, other departments, Regional Entities, and industry stakeholders.
• Assist NERC legal in developing draft pleadings related to NERC activities.
• Explain complex technical concepts related to the BPS to diverse audiences via workshops and webinars.
• Deliver tailored reporting on project status, risks, and milestones to management and committees.
• Develop background documents in alignment with the Standards Processes Manual.
• Ensure development work adheres to NERC Rules of Procedure.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including committee or subcommittee work.

Skills

Policy drafting

Stakeholder communication

Technical writing

Project coordination

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

WebEx

Job description

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is seeking a Standards Developer for a full-time, remote role serving the DC area region. You will develop high-quality Reliability Standards, work with experts and regulators, and ensure due process in the standards process.

You will manage project schedules, prepare meetings, and communicate complex grid reliability concepts to diverse audiences. Travel is possible; eligibility to work in the US is required.