Director of NERC Compliance

Requisition ID:  85893 

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Position Specific Description

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.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

• 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

Compliance Program Management:

• 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

Regulatory Interface:

• 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.

Training and Awareness:

• 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

Event Response and Mitigation:

• 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

Reporting and Documentation:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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

Desired Qualifications:

• 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

Working Conditions:

• The position requires occasional travel to attend meetings, industry conferences, and site visits
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
• Department: Power Generation Division

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Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Technical Specialist
Organization:  NextEra Energy Resources, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

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