BTU-Regulatory Compliance Analyst

Job Description

Job Summary
The Regulatory Compliance Analyst, under the direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory Compliance, coordinates Bryan Texas Utility’s (BTUs) compliance program with applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation ( NERC ), Texas RE ( TRE ), Public Utility Commission of Texas ( PUCT ) and ERCOT requirements. The position monitors regulatory obligations, maintains compliance documentation and evidence, and supports compliance with reliability, cybersecurity, and Texas electricity market requirements.
Essential Job Functions

• Evaluates and reports on BTU’s ongoing and continuous compliance with all FERC , NERC , Texas RE, ERCOT , and PUCT standards and requirements for electric system reliability.
• Files mandatory periodic reports on a timely basis, as required.
• Anticipates, interprets, and analyzes the requirements of new or updated proposed standards or requirements. Coordinates adoption to the new standards and requirements.
• Establishes procedures and tracking mechanisms to ensure compliance with mandated standards.
• Monitor regulatory developments and coordinate BTU comments or readiness for proposed standards.
• Develop and maintain accurate compliance documentation, RSAWs (Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets), and evidence packages.
• Audits compliance activities and recommends necessary self-reports to management.
• Participates in mitigation planning and documentation for any possible/potential incidence of non-compliance. In cases of possible or alleged violations, ensures that proper procedures are followed. Tracks mitigation plans through acceptance and completion.
• Ensures compliance by utilizing and maintaining various applications to track compliance, training records, required reporting, and regulatory changes.
• Rewrites, updates, or creates policy documents with consensus from operational areas affected. Prepares and reviews reliability-related technical documentation as needed.
• Assists in the development of training and/or training materials related to compliance obligations. Continuously reinforces a culture of awareness and compliance.
• Advises management team as needed on the implication of various operational decisions as they relate to compliance with NERC standards and requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Minimum Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business/Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering or similar field of study plus at least four (4) years of experience in regulatory compliance, financial operations, engineering, system planning/operations, or similar functional area with an electric utility, utility contractor/consultant, or similar energy-related industry; OR a Master’s degree plus at least two (2) years as previously listed.
Preferred:

• Experience or coursework in regulatory compliance, electric engineering, electric utilities, cybersecurity, information technology, or risk management.
• Familiarity with NERC , ERCOT , and/or PUCT requirements.
• Experience with compliance monitoring, auditing, or records management.
• Relevant certifications such as GCIP , Security+, Network+, or other industry credentials.

Equivalent combinations of related education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.