Director of NERC Compliance

NextEra Energy-posted 3 months ago

Full-time • Senior

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

5,001-10,000 employees

Utilities

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The Director of NERC Compliance is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards and requirements within the NextEra Energy Power Generation organization. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the reliability and security of the bulk electric system (BES) by implementing, monitoring, and improving compliance programs and practices.

Develop and implement strategic plans for NERC compliance to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and standards
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to the NERC compliance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Execute strategic planning for changes in NERC standards and guidelines, and ensure the organization is prepared to comply with new and evolving requirements
Design, implement, and maintain an effective NERC compliance program that includes policies, procedures, training, and internal controls
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of compliance status, issues, and metrics to senior management and regulatory bodies
Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, investigations, and responses to compliance-related inquiries and findings
Represent the organization in industry forums, committees, and working groups related to NERC compliance
Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees, contractors, and stakeholders on NERC compliance requirements and best practices
Promote a culture of integrity and compliance across a matrix organization through excellent communication and program controls
Lead the development and implementation of event response and mitigation plans
Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence of compliance issues
Maintain comprehensive documentation of the NERC compliance program, including policies, procedures, and compliance evidence
Ensure accurate and timely submission of compliance reports to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 7 years of experience in the energy industry, with at least 7 years in a leadership role
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Project Management Certification
Six Sigma Quality Certification
In-depth knowledge of NERC standards and requirements, as well as ISO/RTO regulations and tariffs
Proven track record of developing and implementing successful compliance programs and managing regulatory relationships
Experience in power generation design, operation, and maintenance practices

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