Onward Energy is hiring a Compliance Analyst! Read below to learn more!
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Compliance Analyst
Reports To: Manager, NERC Compliance
Direct Reports: No Functional Unit: Legal, Regulatory & Compliance
FLSA Status: Exempt Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Denver
THE COMPANY
Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 6,000 MW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North America's premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our associates, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Based in New York, Denver, and Charlotte, Onward Energy is a company where people and power are always on. We are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with compliance research, documentation, and administration for all NERC Reliability Standards (NRS), including both Operations & Planning (O&P) and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
• Assist the Compliance Department with implementing a premier culture and record of compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards by maintaining a systematic organization-wide approach for identifying, assessing, and managing risks to achieve NRS compliance objectives.
• Facilitate the communication of NERC compliance requirements across the different departments of the company.
• Identify and resolve problems and provide technical and administrative support for developing a pro-compliance environment throughout Onward Energy.
• Assist with reporting and data submittal requirements to ensure that the responses required to support compliance are submitted within the required deadlines.
• Assist with development, or revisions of procedures, policies, protocols, or operating guidelines to maintain compliance.
• Assist all divisions with compliance challenges in order to avoid possible violations and financial liability.
• Assist in preparing facilities for audits by regulatory authorities. Assist with responses to requests for information (RFI) by regulatory authorities.
• Participate regularly in Regional Entity compliance workshops.
• Maintain the storage and organization of documentation and evidence required to demonstrate compliance and ensure that the retention of all documentation meets regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the review of new and changing NERC compliance regulations and legislation to determine the potential impact upon the company and develop the initial company position.
• Communicate all Regulatory Compliance and SharePoint information to both corporate and power plant employees.
• Assist, monitor, and follow-up with Plant Managers regarding mitigation plans, self-reporting, and improvement measures resulting from internal auditing results.
• Train and oversee designated facility employees for delegated SharePoint administrative tasks.
• Actively participate in Regional Entity and NERC standards development teams and other compliance-related working groups where appropriate.
• Work under limited supervision after initial training period.
• Independently prioritizes and executes responsibilities. Review and complete daily and month-end close procedures and reconciliations.

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering, information technology, business, or another related field.

• One (1) - three (3) years of general industrial operations experience required; experience specific to electric power generation or NERC CIP and O&P regulatory compliance oversight preferred..
• Experience with SharePoint software system preferred.
• Experience with industrial control systems/OT highly preferred.

THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand, walk, talk, hear, and close and distance vision capability.
• Ability to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to travel 20-25%.

THE TEAM
Onward Energy team is comprised of industry professionals who embrace collaboration, dedication, and hard work while also being down to earth. At Onward Energy, we seek to find solutions rather than assign blame.
THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
The job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and filing cabinets. 20-25% travel for regular participation in Regional Entity compliance workshops, plant visits, and due diligence for potential acquisitions. This position is located in Onward Energy's Denver, CO office.
THE TOTAL REWARDS
Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of People First and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health, life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.
If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to HR@onwardenergy.com.
EEO STATEMENT :
Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.