COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR

VERSANT POWER•Bangor, ME

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Director, Corporate Affairs & Compliance, this position will provide support to the Compliance Specialist for overall compliance of the Company’s North American Electric Reliability Corporation (“NERC”) regulatory compliance programs. Provide support in the development and maintenance of policies and procedures, training programs, evidence, and program requirements to comply with all regulatory requirements including those promulgated by NERC to ensure the reliability and security of the electric grid.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent project coordination and/or project management experience required.
Position requires excellent reading, writing, and communication skills.
Position requires excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project, and similar computer applications such as FIS.
Strong organization skills and follow-through required.
Strong analytical skills required.
Familiarity with Versant Power legal and regulatory processes required.
Position requires ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Position requires professional and courteous behavior at all times with both internal and external customers.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to work cohesively with project team members.
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines required.
Must have a good understanding of project and business development principles.
Position requires the ability to anticipate and proactively address project needs.
Position requires current Maine Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Supports NERC compliance activities by maintaining schedules, training documentation, evidence, and records.
Maintains an understanding of NERC Reliability Standards for both the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and the Operations and Planning (O&P) Standards.
Supports in monitoring changes in the NERC Reliability Standards and assists with the development, implementation, or updates to the Company’s policies and procedures resulting from these changes.
Maintains schedule and associated notifications, including reminder or workflow system(s) to ensure groups meet all deadlines and requirements when making self-reports, self-certifications, mitigation plans, and new or revised standards
Participates in regulatory compliance team meetings and maintains records of same.
Works collaboratively with various NERC subject matter experts (SMEs) to support procedure and process development for NERC standards.
Works cooperatively with applicable business units to develop training programs in support of the Compliance Program including the NERC Reliability Standards
Supports in document development, including NERC Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs), and providing evidence for internal assessments and external engagements such as audits, certifications and spot-checks. Responsible for working with the SMEs to support the necessary plans for audit preparation and NERC CIP mitigation activities.
Provides support for internal and external audits as they arise.
Other related duties as assigned including designated duties associated with Storm Restoration.