SENIOR or LEAD NERC O&P COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Job Description

Job Description

• The successful applicant will join a small team of regulatory compliance (RGC) professionals responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, and management of Seminole’s North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance program. Seminole’s RGC-NERC teams (both O&P and CIP) directly report to a NERC Compliance Manager and indirectly report to the Director of Regulatory Compliance and / or our General Counsel. As detailed below, the open position is seeking O&P Standards experience and / or expertise.
• THIS POSITION MAY BE FILLED AT EITHER A SENIOR OR LEAD SPECIALIST LEVEL DEPENDING ON THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE CANDIDATE.

Position Summary Description

The position is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, and management of Seminole’s North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance program. With minimum required supervision and / or oversight, this role executes specific tasks, prepares or reviews evidence showing compliance with the NERC Operations & Planning (O&P) Reliability Standards, coordinates compliance activities, and provides guidance to Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Implements systematic continuous improvements of compliance policies, procedures, training materials, and asset lists. Maintains knowledge of current and future regulatory requirements and assesses their impact on Seminole.

Essential Functions

the non-compliance process to document non-compliance to NERC standards, coordinates the evaluation of each occurrence, and tracks the implementation of corrective action.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer or Information Sciences, Cyber Security, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, Process Management, Auditing, or Risk Management. Alternative degrees in combination with specialized experience and / or certifications may be considered.

Desire four (4) or more years' experience in a combination of the following :

Core Competencies : Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

Technical Competencies / Skills :

NERC O&P Reliability Standards

Soft Competencies / Skills :

manage multiple priorities to meet multiple deadlines

Physical Requirements

Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle report. Must be able to lift 25 pounds if needed.

Working Conditions

Some travel and work outside of normal business hours. While working in certain areas of generating plants there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment.

“ Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”