Manager, Enforcement Legal Operations
Be a Part of Something that MattersAt WECC, we enhance the lives of 80 million people by identifying and mitigating risks to the bulk power system in the West.
To deliver on our mission of a highly reliable and secure bulk power system in the Western Interconnection, we must promote a culture of reliability and security by focusing on known and future risks as we enforce standards to help registered entities mitigate those risks.
We are seeking a Manager, Enforcement Legal Operations, to help us further our mission and achieve our business goals.
In this role, you will manage the daily enforcement legal components of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's (NERC) Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP).
You will help ensure that internal processes and procedures align with NERC's Rules of Procedure, WECC's Regulatory Philosophy, and WECC's Long-term Strategy and are in full support of the CMEP.
You will- Be a manager overseeing the day-to-day activities of Enforcement Attorneys promoting a collaborative, trusting culture in which everyone can be a leader.
Employ outside-in thinking when interacting with Registered Entities and colleagues to ensure we are always aware of how our actions affect our stakeholders.
Collaborate and strategize with management and staff in Reliability and Security Oversight and other WECC departments to advance WECC's and Enforcement's one CMEP to demonstrate risk-differentiated experiences with stakeholders.
Ensure Enforcement processes align with NERC and British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) orders, policies, and guidance concerning the CMEP and risk-based oversight processes.
Implement internal controls to track and ensure successful implementation of CMEP and departmental processing deadlines, metrics, and goals.
Participate in periodic process review and organizational assessment to foster continuous improvement and organization growth.
Develop and mentor a team of enforcement attorneys with individual goals and targeted training to measure success, provide accountability, and ensure continuous progress and individual achievement of organizational and departmental metrics and goals.
Provide regular development and training opportunities for Staff Attorneys to reach their fullest potential.
Approve all Enforcement dispositions, settlement agreements, and penalties to ensure adherence to and consistent application with the NERC and BCUC Rules of Procedure.
Facilitate settlement negotiations and contested violations in hearings as necessary.
Represent WECC Enforcement in ERO Enterprise working groups' policymaking initiatives, projects, and guidance.
Review Enforcement processing data to identify and share trends, best practices, and emerging risks to stakeholders.
Prepare materials and present at Reliability and Security Workshops and WECC Enforcement, Management Team, ERO Enforcement Group, NERC, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) meetings.
Attend meetings as required.
Assist with preparing documents for the NERC Board of Trustees Compliance Committee and for filings with the FERC and other applicable government agencies.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and continuous development of Enforcement staff.
You will enjoy this role if you have- A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a license in good standing to practice law in at least one U.
S.
state.
At least eight years of attorney experience, five years of which implementing requirements associated with the NERC Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP).
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of CMEP.
Demonstrated knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards.
Understanding of legal and regulatory issues related to the monitoring and enforcement of compliance with Reliability Standards, including risk assessment, internal controls evaluation, mitigation, and basic auditing concepts.
Interpersonal and mediation skills including the ability to successfully negotiate challenging issues to an agreeable conclusion.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, execute policy, and monitor resources.
Excellent organizational skills with an ability to work on and finish multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent presentational, written, and spoken communication skills.
The ability to travel up to 10-20% of your work time to attend workshops, staff meetings, or other engagements as needed.
At WECC we- Seek information and ask for help, Are accountable, Embrace the challenges and rewards of change, Treat everyone as a colleague, Pursue continuous learning, and Focus on results over completing activities.
Benefits and CompensationThe base salary range for this full-time position is $110,623-$147,497
discretionary pay
benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level.
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum for the position across all locations.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Your recruiter will share more details during the hiring process.
WECC offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health reimbursement and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid personal time.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionA diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, is fundamental to accomplishing our critical reliability and security mission.
We foster an organizational culture that values the visible and invisible qualities that make individuals who they are.
When individuals bring their whole selves to work, without apprehension, we, as WECC, will meet our mission now and in the future.
Be a part of something that matters! Recommended Skills Auditing Business Process Improvement Communication Coordinating Internal Controls Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
To deliver on our mission of a highly reliable and secure bulk power system in the Western Interconnection, we must promote a culture of reliability and security by focusing on known and future risks as we enforce standards to help registered entities mitigate those risks.
We are seeking a Manager, Enforcement Legal Operations, to help us further our mission and achieve our business goals.
In this role, you will manage the daily enforcement legal components of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's (NERC) Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP).
You will help ensure that internal processes and procedures align with NERC's Rules of Procedure, WECC's Regulatory Philosophy, and WECC's Long-term Strategy and are in full support of the CMEP.
You will- Be a manager overseeing the day-to-day activities of Enforcement Attorneys promoting a collaborative, trusting culture in which everyone can be a leader.
Employ outside-in thinking when interacting with Registered Entities and colleagues to ensure we are always aware of how our actions affect our stakeholders.
Collaborate and strategize with management and staff in Reliability and Security Oversight and other WECC departments to advance WECC's and Enforcement's one CMEP to demonstrate risk-differentiated experiences with stakeholders.
Ensure Enforcement processes align with NERC and British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) orders, policies, and guidance concerning the CMEP and risk-based oversight processes.
Implement internal controls to track and ensure successful implementation of CMEP and departmental processing deadlines, metrics, and goals.
Participate in periodic process review and organizational assessment to foster continuous improvement and organization growth.
Develop and mentor a team of enforcement attorneys with individual goals and targeted training to measure success, provide accountability, and ensure continuous progress and individual achievement of organizational and departmental metrics and goals.
Provide regular development and training opportunities for Staff Attorneys to reach their fullest potential.
Approve all Enforcement dispositions, settlement agreements, and penalties to ensure adherence to and consistent application with the NERC and BCUC Rules of Procedure.
Facilitate settlement negotiations and contested violations in hearings as necessary.
Represent WECC Enforcement in ERO Enterprise working groups' policymaking initiatives, projects, and guidance.
Review Enforcement processing data to identify and share trends, best practices, and emerging risks to stakeholders.
Prepare materials and present at Reliability and Security Workshops and WECC Enforcement, Management Team, ERO Enforcement Group, NERC, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) meetings.
Attend meetings as required.
Assist with preparing documents for the NERC Board of Trustees Compliance Committee and for filings with the FERC and other applicable government agencies.
Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and continuous development of Enforcement staff.
You will enjoy this role if you have- A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and a license in good standing to practice law in at least one U.
S.
state.
At least eight years of attorney experience, five years of which implementing requirements associated with the NERC Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP).
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of CMEP.
Demonstrated knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards.
Understanding of legal and regulatory issues related to the monitoring and enforcement of compliance with Reliability Standards, including risk assessment, internal controls evaluation, mitigation, and basic auditing concepts.
Interpersonal and mediation skills including the ability to successfully negotiate challenging issues to an agreeable conclusion.
Management skills including the ability to establish objectives, execute policy, and monitor resources.
Excellent organizational skills with an ability to work on and finish multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent presentational, written, and spoken communication skills.
The ability to travel up to 10-20% of your work time to attend workshops, staff meetings, or other engagements as needed.
At WECC we- Seek information and ask for help, Are accountable, Embrace the challenges and rewards of change, Treat everyone as a colleague, Pursue continuous learning, and Focus on results over completing activities.
Benefits and CompensationThe base salary range for this full-time position is $110,623-$147,497
discretionary pay
benefits.
Our salary ranges are determined by role and level.
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum for the position across all locations.
Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Your recruiter will share more details during the hiring process.
WECC offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health reimbursement and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid personal time.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionA diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce, where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive, is fundamental to accomplishing our critical reliability and security mission.
We foster an organizational culture that values the visible and invisible qualities that make individuals who they are.
When individuals bring their whole selves to work, without apprehension, we, as WECC, will meet our mission now and in the future.
Be a part of something that matters! Recommended Skills Auditing Business Process Improvement Communication Coordinating Internal Controls Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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