Sr NERC Compliance Specialist - Operations and Planning

RANDSTADSOURCERIGHT.COM; Newark, Houston (NJ, TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Specialist to oversee NERC compliance for electric reliability. This pivotal role involves ensuring adherence to NERC standards, compiling compliance documents, and managing audits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or compliance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster relationships with stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the reliability of electric systems while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about compliance and looking to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 10 years of equivalent experience in related fields.
• Strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with NERC reporting deadlines and maintain compliance documents.
• Develop project schedules and internal control programs for NERC compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Planning and Organizing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Compliance

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards exist to ensure the reliability and security of the bulk electric system. As a member of the NERC Compliance Group, you will perform governance and oversight of PSEG’s compliance with the NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards.

This role will focus on 693/ NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards.

Remote Local - at least 8x a month in-office expectation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meet critical NERC reporting deadlines to ensure PSEG compliance with NERC regulatory requirements.
• Compile, review, assess, and maintain NERC compliance documents.
• Develop and execute project schedules for NERC-related activities of PSEG.
• Develop and adhere to PSEG NERC compliance internal control programs to ensure ongoing compliance and adequate preparation for NERC compliance engagements (e.g., audits) with ReliabilityFirst (RF) NERC regional entity.
• Support and oversee plans and activities of NERC audits of PSEG.
• Coordinate and provide guidance and oversight to business units responsible for NERC compliance.
• Review NERC compliance data and records and NERC compliance procedures.
• Attend industry committee meetings, conferences, and workshops to support PSEG's NERC advocacy efforts.
• Other relevant tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specific Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Compliance, Computer Science or related field with a minimum of 6 years of equivalent experience such as engineering, auditing, analytics, operations, compliance or
• In lieu of a degree, 10 years of equivalent experience such as engineering, auditing, analytics, operations, or compliance.

Required Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must foster an inclusive work environment and respect all aspects of diversity. Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
• Planning and organizing skills, including time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work in both a team environment and as an individual contributor.
• Strong attention to detail, results oriented, and able to work concurrently with multiple deadlines and deliverables.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with PSEG internal stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skill sets.
• Strong project management skills.
• Knowledge of NERC standards and compliance.

Desired:

• Relevant advanced degree or certification.
• Utility Transmission and Distribution experience.
• Power Generation experience.
• Project management experience.
• Deep knowledge of Federal regulations with regard to electric reliability standards, NERC and the NERC Regional Entities and related industry organizations, or similar experience with federal regulatory compliance.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 6 years of experience.

Education:

• Bachelor’s.