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Power Gen Compliance & Project Coord (Norfolk, VA)

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Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity. At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.

Job Summary

This role is primarily responsible for the coordination, analysis, and generation of Dominion Energy’s Renewable Energy fleet station/plant compliance reports to support and maintain compliance with North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) and Independent System Operator (ISO) tariff regulatory requirements. The incumbent works collaboratively with the Power Generation Regulatory Compliance (PGRC) department as the Renewable Energy (RE) liaison to ensure the implementation of the Company's comprehensive compliance programs for RE assets. Responsible for monitoring internal controls programs to ensure station/plant compliance with NERC and company procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements. Generates compliance reports, gathers and prepares supporting documentation for station/plant, communicates new reporting requirements to management, and prepares and presents periodic reports and status updates to management and/or Power Generation's Regulatory Compliance. As the RE fleet NERC Compliance Coordinator, duties include, but are not limited to, the maintenance of the internal controls monthly check sheets, self-certification packages, compilation of evidence to demonstrate compliance for each applicable Generator Owner/Generator Operator standard, and associated requirements, and maintenance of the monthly scheduled updates for the facilities. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of station/plant cyber security infrastructure and physical security control programs. Coordination of RE Department of homeland Security Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (ICS-CERT) Alert and Advisory assessments in accordance with the established IT Corporate and PGRC defined process. Coordinator for RE fleet PowerCat change management process, inventory of cyber assets, and baseline management. Confers with management regularly, recommends specific action on various NERC compliance matters and/or concerns. Responsible for reviewing station policies and procedures; recommends contact and implementation strategies to support Dominion Energy compliance program initiatives. Develops internal processes to ensure compliance with NERC requirements. Assesses, identifies, and prioritizes NERC compliance risks based on the federal, national, and regional requirements. Serves as the station/plant's source of best practice information and keeps abreast of trends and issues to design, implement, communicate and administer NERC compliance programs. Provides honest, candid, and timely responses to appropriate Subject Matter Experts (SME's) and responsible management. Coordinate, schedules, and implement an on-going internal self-audit process to ensure audit readiness. Monitors programs to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. In addition, this role is responsible for leading assigned projects such as the review and analysis of Generating Availability Data System (GADS) performance, or any assigned regulatory or station/plant related projects. Compiles and analyzes various data sources to identify station/plant issues, researches and develops recommendations, strategies, and protocols as appropriate. As the project lead, responsible for the oversight, coordination and assignment of team members. Provides management updates and progress reports as directed; responds to internal and external inquiries as needed. Provides input and recommendations to management in defining project parameters, communicating project findings, and implementing recommendations. This position may have non-Dominion Energy workers in their span of control.

The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:

-5-6+ years of power generation, with a working knowledge and understanding of regulations and policies governing regulatory compliance in a power station, with particular emphasis on NERC Compliance Program Familiarity with Mercury Air Toxic Standards (MATS), or Maximum Achievement Control Technology (MACT) is strongly desired, but not required.
-Demonstrates communication, leadership, and project management skills.
-Demonstrated consensus-building and team-building skills.
-Exceptional organization and planning skills.
-Proven analytical skills, the ability to review and comprehend technical information.
-Excellent interpersonal, oral, written communication and presentation skills (including public speaking).
-Ability to research and understand NERC Standards and PGRC policies.
-Ability to be diplomatic and persuasive.
-Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain a high level of trust and Independent decision-making expertise.
-Ability to compile, to analyze, and interpret information and data to make sound decisions and recommendations.
-Previous power plant and/or regulatory compliance experience required.

(A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)

Education Requirements

Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Business, Business Management, Engineering Technology, Engineering/Electrical, Engineering/Mechanical

Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above

Working Conditions

Heat Up to 25%

Loud Noise Up to 25%

Travel Up to 25%

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

$90900 - $118100

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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