Power Audit & Compliance Analyst

Position Description

Tacoma Power's Transmission & Distribution (T&D) division is looking for an experienced compliance professional to assist the Senior System Operations Manager and Operations Supervisor’s with ensuring ongoing compliance with NERC Operations & Planning (O&P) and WECC standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Continuously monitor changes in standards, report impact of changes, and provide recommendations to leadership throughout the organization up to and including the executive level;
• Draft Reliability Standard Audit Worksheet (RSAW) narratives and compile compliance evidence, update evidence annually, in preparation for audit cycles, and as changes occur and present compliance evidence and findings to internal and external audit teams;
• Develop and utilize document management systems to perform editing, tracking, and reporting of procedural documentation required for critical operations;
• Review all critical operating procedures for accuracy and relevance on an ongoing basis;
• Recommend or provide draft revisions to leadership up to and including the executive level based on operational and compliance requirements'
• Assist the System Operations Training Coordinator with administering the Dispatcher Candidate Training Program and Continuing Education Program for System Operations personnel;
• Assist with maintenance of NERC CEH Training Accreditation and NERC Individual Learning Applications;
• Compile and update training records and materials within the Quality Training Systems (QTS) Database in accordance with NERC PER-005 compliance requirements;
• Coordinate training activities among various internal and external work groups and facilitate associated meetings;
• Develop and present reports to leadership up to and including the executive level.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business administration, records and information management or directly related field.

Minimum Experience*
2 years experience in an electric utility that includes experience with NERC standards and/or audits or cybersecurity.

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Background check required to meet cybersecurity requirements.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power
Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
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For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.)

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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