NERC Compliance Specialist

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the organization’s compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The Senior NERC Compliance Analyst will support the reliability operations and planning standards (693), oversee compliance monitoring, and manage internal controls and evaluations. A core focus of this role is on internal spot checks, self-assessments, and supporting timely and accurate regulatory reporting. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally to ensure alignment with all applicable compliance requirements and to strengthen the company’s overall culture of reliability and accountability.

• Lead the preparation and submission of documentation for spot checks and audits, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Assist with procedure development, training, and awareness initiatives to strengthen organizational compliance.
• The role may involve occasional travel for workshops, audits, or stakeholder engagement.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the compliance program.
• Support the Director of NERC Compliance in driving a strong culture of reliability and regulatory adherence.
• Maintain comprehensive understanding of NERC standards, internal controls, and compliance processes.
• Represent the organization at relevant compliance meetings, workshops, and regulatory sessions.
• Manage the collection and organization of compliance evidence and reporting for internal self-audits and external regulatory reviews.
• Work closely with technical subject matter experts to identify potential compliance issues and support mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate and manage self-reports, mitigation activities, and responses to regulatory entities.
• Perform evaluations of compliance documentation related to areas such as facility ratings, protection system maintenance, real-time operations, and interconnection requirements.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of electrical generation and transmission systems.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Minimum 5 years of regulatory experience in the electric utility industry.
• At least 3 years of experience working with NERC Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program and related reliability standards.

• The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, and supports a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• This is a full-time, exempt position.