Staff Enforcement Attorney
Be a Part of Something that MattersAt WECC, we affect the lives of 80 million people by influencing risk monitoring and mitigation to the power system in the West.
The grid is changing quickly as environmental regulations, economics, technology, and customer demands push the power industry to higher limits.
Help us continue our important work by joining our team as a Senior Enforcement Attorney.
In your role, you will conduct analyses that support WECC's enforcement of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)-approved North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards.
You will utilize your understanding of the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program, including understanding the relationship between standards development, reliability performance, and assessment.
You will assess the facts and circumstances of noncompliance to make fair and reasonable suggestions to address noncompliance issues.
You will- Conduct legal research on North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) precedents and Reliability Standards to ensure appropriate and consistent dispositions of alleged violations.
Review and assess registered entities' potential noncompliance of NERC Reliability Standards in accordance with NERC Rules of Procedure (ROP) and related NERC and FERC guidance.
Collaborate with Enforcement risk and mitigation Engineers to conduct discovery and determine the scope and risk of potential noncompliance issues.
Draft disposition documents and settlement agreements to resolve registered entities' noncompliance.
Interface with registered entity compliance and legal contacts regarding the status of open enforcement actions.
Conduct penalty assessments, prepare settlement agreements, and participate in settlement negotiations with registered entities.
Provide legal and/or technical expertise when a registered entity contests a violation and requests a hearing.
Ensure the development of a complete evidentiary record for all noncompliance issues.
Provide legal expertise and training to other SERC departments and registered entities on enforcement related issues.
Attend and participate in industry workshops and presentations to keep abreast of current industry trends, guidance, and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You will enjoy this role if you- Hold a Law Degree (J.
D.
) from an accredited law school and licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State or District of Columbia.
Have two or more years of experience in energy, administrative law, regulatory law, and/or complex litigation.
Know and understand:
Industry internal compliance programs and internal controls; and Root-cause analysis Have experience with regulatory practices, analyzing issues, and shaping policies.
Have drafted formal reports, pleadings, or filings.
Are proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Can successfully resolve challenging issues.
Communicate well with all levels of the organization and can present data to a variety of audiences and intelligently respond to questions.
Can foster strong professional relationships.
Are skilled in reviewing detailed and complex documentation.
Are highly organized and able to multitask.
Can lead a dynamic, cross-functional team while still completing individual projects.
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, Focus on results over completing activities.
Benefits and CompensationThe base salary range for this full-time position is $81,943-$102,429
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 Administrative Laws Assessments Coaching And Mentoring Coordinating Economy Internal Controls Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The grid is changing quickly as environmental regulations, economics, technology, and customer demands push the power industry to higher limits.
Help us continue our important work by joining our team as a Senior Enforcement Attorney.
In your role, you will conduct analyses that support WECC's enforcement of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)-approved North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards.
You will utilize your understanding of the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program, including understanding the relationship between standards development, reliability performance, and assessment.
You will assess the facts and circumstances of noncompliance to make fair and reasonable suggestions to address noncompliance issues.
You will- Conduct legal research on North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) precedents and Reliability Standards to ensure appropriate and consistent dispositions of alleged violations.
Review and assess registered entities' potential noncompliance of NERC Reliability Standards in accordance with NERC Rules of Procedure (ROP) and related NERC and FERC guidance.
Collaborate with Enforcement risk and mitigation Engineers to conduct discovery and determine the scope and risk of potential noncompliance issues.
Draft disposition documents and settlement agreements to resolve registered entities' noncompliance.
Interface with registered entity compliance and legal contacts regarding the status of open enforcement actions.
Conduct penalty assessments, prepare settlement agreements, and participate in settlement negotiations with registered entities.
Provide legal and/or technical expertise when a registered entity contests a violation and requests a hearing.
Ensure the development of a complete evidentiary record for all noncompliance issues.
Provide legal expertise and training to other SERC departments and registered entities on enforcement related issues.
Attend and participate in industry workshops and presentations to keep abreast of current industry trends, guidance, and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You will enjoy this role if you- Hold a Law Degree (J.
D.
) from an accredited law school and licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a State or District of Columbia.
Have two or more years of experience in energy, administrative law, regulatory law, and/or complex litigation.
Know and understand:
Industry internal compliance programs and internal controls; and Root-cause analysis Have experience with regulatory practices, analyzing issues, and shaping policies.
Have drafted formal reports, pleadings, or filings.
Are proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Can successfully resolve challenging issues.
Communicate well with all levels of the organization and can present data to a variety of audiences and intelligently respond to questions.
Can foster strong professional relationships.
Are skilled in reviewing detailed and complex documentation.
Are highly organized and able to multitask.
Can lead a dynamic, cross-functional team while still completing individual projects.
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, Focus on results over completing activities.
Benefits and CompensationThe base salary range for this full-time position is $81,943-$102,429
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 Administrative Laws Assessments Coaching And Mentoring Coordinating Economy Internal Controls Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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