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Compliance Analyst - Operations and Planning

Electric Reliability Council of Texas

Taylor, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$106,000–$145,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Business Processes, Comparative Analysis, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Document Management, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems, Electricity, Emerging Technology, External Audit, Federal Compliance Regulations, Financial Audit, Genetics, Global Mobility Specialist, IBM Cognos, IT Service Management (ITSM), Internal Audit, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Nonprofit, Operational Audit, Operational Communications, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, People Management, Power Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Process Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Information (RFI), Retail, Risk Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Software Administration, Software Engineering, State Laws and Regulations, System Operations, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Writing, Wholesale Industry
LOCATION
Taylor, TX
POSTED
10 days ago
At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. JOB SUMMARY The Operations and Planning (O&P) Compliance role supports ERCOT's adherence to NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards and ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, and Other Binding Documents. The position collaborates with internal teams within the organization to identify and assess internal controls, consider compliance risks, and conduct remediation to ensure compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission orders, North American Reliability Corporation Reliability (NERC) Standards, Regional Reliability Standards, ERCOT Nodal Protocols and Operating Guides, and corporate objectives (“requirements”). This role works closely with ERCOT personnel to identify the documentation and other controls related to the various requirements and ensures policies and procedures are in place to demonstrate compliance with requirements. This position acts as the primary liaison between the organization’s staff, regulatory agencies, and external auditors. JOB DUTIES Level 2 Applies analytical and problem-solving skills to independently identify compliance risks and develop effective solutions. Uses compliance methods and tools to monitor and report on compliance with requirements, with moderate independence. Acts as a resource to advise process owners on improving processes and compliance posture. Works with assigned groups to develop, implement, and manage routine operations reports relevant to documenting and demonstrating performance compliance to requirements. Assists business process owners with oversight of remediation of issues resulting from internal and external audits, compliance investigations, and control assessments. Prepares ERCOT staff and documentation for NERC, Texas RE, and other external audits; maintains documentation of business processes and related internal controls; participates in audits as needed. Develops and maintains analytical documentation comparing current and revised NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards, ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, OBDs, and ERCOT policies; aligns obligations with internal controls, including business processes and procedures. Prepares and maintains NERC Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs), narratives, evidence, and internal controls for assigned Standards, coordinating with subject matter experts. Uses the Archer GRC platform to monitor, review, and assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls mapped to Reliability Standards and ERCOT Nodal Protocols requirements. Supports ERCOT's representation with NERC and Regional Standards Committees through participation on drafting teams or submission to development efforts. Develops or monitors recommendations providing guidance on NERC standards and ERCOT Regional Reliability standards directly impacting ERCOT systems, capabilities, and reliability. Participates in activities of developing or revising NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards, ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, and OBD provisions with ERCOT committees as applicable. Supports performance and Ancillary Services monitoring under ERCOT Nodal Protocols Section 8 and Nodal Operating Guides Section 9, including reporting to the Reliability Monitor. Level Senior Coordinates and communicates on NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards, ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, and OBDs provisions with ERCOT committees and Board of Directors as needed. Develops and manages the process to collect and submit ERCOT feedback on NERC Operations and Planning Standards postings. Evaluates and maintains the relevance of traces from ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, OBDs, NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards, and corporate objectives to other ERCOT documentation. Facilitates the development of internal training regarding external audits and associated business processes and controls. Assists with coordination of external audits, including acting as a primary liaison between ERCOT staff and the auditors Updates compliance tools, tracks effort and progress of audits and investigations, and manages library of audit documentation Communicates technical compliance information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences and works effectively across cross-functional teams. Documents and tracks potential compliance issues (self-logs and self-reports) and responds to Requests for Information (RFIs) from regulators. EXPERIENCE Level 2: Requires 2 years related work experience Level Senior: Require 5 years related work experience Prefer experience with NERC Operations and Planning Reliability Standards and the ERCOT Nodal Protocols, Operating Guides, and OBDs. Prefer experience with Bulk Electric System (BES) operations and/or planning, NERC compliance monitoring, RSAW and evidence development, and Texas Reliability Entity and/or NERC audits. Prefer experience with SQL, Cognos, Python, or other data analysis platforms EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree: Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Accounting, Auditing or related field (Required) or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required CERTIFICATION CCEP Certified Compliance Ethics Professional (Preferred) NERC System Operator Certification (Preferred) The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law. Expected Salary Range: $106,000 - $145,000 The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 27 million Texas customers - representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. As the independent system operator for the region, ERCOT schedules power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generating units. ERCOT also performs financial settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice areas. ERCOT is a membership-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, governed by a board of directors and subject to oversight by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature. ERCOT's members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities (transmission and distribution providers,) and municipal-owned electric utilities. ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan. The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire. Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future. The ERCOT Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional work environment. Each intern will receive unique projects and assignments that aim to solve real challenges facing the electric industry. ERCOT internships provide professional learning experiences that offer meaningful, practical work related to each student's desired career path. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in an academic bachelors or post graduate degree program maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The ERCOT Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a 12- to 16-month, self-paced program geared toward entry-level engineers looking to start a career in the power industry. Through the program, an EDP Engineer receives one-on-one mentoring, specialized training, and exposure to the work performed by each of the engineering groups at ERCOT. The program allows engineers to develop the fundamental skills necessary to reach their full potential while gaining an understanding of the types of engineering work ERCOT has to offer. EDP management supports participants each step of the way as they progress through the program. Upon completion, graduates are placed as full-time engineers within one of ERCOT’s engineering groups. The GMS Development Program (GDP) is designed to provide entry-level and early career professionals with the skills necessary to become successful Power System and Computer Engineers. The program, which is based in ERCOT’s Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) Department, will provide experience in day-to-day work and instruction in the fundamentals of electric power systems engineering, grid and market applications, software programming, and IT service and operations management. The GDP offers one-on-one mentoring, training, field trips, and special assignments. These assignments allow GDP engineers to become knowledgeable and familiar with the various business areas at ERCOT. The GMS leadership team prepares GDP engineers for a future career at ERCOT in power systems and computer engineering. The System Operator Development Program (ODP) is intended to combine real-time daily operations in an exciting work setting to prepare participants with the vital skills necessary to be successful in such a critical position — providing 24x7x365 on-demand support to manage the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers. If you are new to the industry, this program introduces you to the Bulk Electric System by combining introductory courses with the NERC Certification Exam Preparation Program in preparation to pass the NERC Certification Exam.

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