Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you!  With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

 

PSE's Transmission team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Senior Regulatory Compliance Analyst - Transmission Policy & Contracts position!

Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

Job Description

Puget Sound Energy’s Transmission Policy and Contracts department is looking for a Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst to join our team!  This is an excellent opportunity to plan an integral role at PSE to meet our clean energy goals and to drive a transformation of the region’s generation and transmission portfolio.

 

This Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst role is responsible for a variety of items for the Transmission Policy and Contracts team including document management, metrics reporting, FERC quarterly reports, and processing transmission and generator interconnection customer requests for service per PSE’s Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT).  The Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst independently manages their work product.  We’re looking for candidates with a background in a variety of fields including electric utility operations, project controls, project management, engineering, contract administration, contract management, or wholesale power markets.

 

This position also works to ensure the company meets all federal, state and other regulatory requirements and advises and trains internal departments on regulatory requirements. As a member of the Transmission Policy and Contracts team they will monitor and interpret federal and state regulations, orders and rules to stay informed of current and changing requirements.

 

As with all PSE employees, the Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst 

 

Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating procedures related to work responsibilities and promotes and supports a culture of total safety.

The Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct and ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.
 

Job Responsibilities Processes FERC transmission and generator interconnection customer requests for service per PSE’s OATT and FERC regulations Maintains the department’s document management system Prepares quarterly FERC reports Prepares metrics for the department Coordinates work with other PSE departments Researches and remains current on federal, state and other statutes, regulations and orders with particular focus on FERC transmission and generation interconnection orders and regulations. Assists in the planning, development and implementation of programs to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Assists in developing training programs to ensure employees are knowledgeable regarding regulatory compliance issues and conducts necessary training. Coordinates with compliance personnel in other departments to meet compliance standards and timelines. Provides input into federal and state rulemaking proceedings. Performs investigations when necessary, related to potential regulatory/compliance violations. Works cooperatively with staff from other departments to communicate pending or upcoming regulatory proposals and obtain input from others in aligning regulatory proposals with the company objectives. Takes the lead in the posting of pages and forms on the department’s website. Gathers information from multiple sources to gain a thorough understanding of issues; develops appropriate response and feedback. Prepares and delivers presentations to internal staff across the organization. Disseminates timely communication on all related regulatory and compliance matters. Provides support and maintenance of department’s website. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, economics, and finance, engineering or applicable field, and five years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills including ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals. Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new and upgraded computerized systems to job responsibilities, including use of software tracking mechanism for compliance issues, word-processing, spreadsheets and presentation programs. Understanding of federal and state rules and regulations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access, or other database applications. Desired Qualifications Knowledge of FERC transmission and OATT compliance regulations and processes. Ethics, compliance and/or business conduct experience in utility sector or other regulated industry. Understanding of utility operations and regulations. Additional Information

Please note: this job posting is one of three that will be used to advertise and fill only one vacancy at the Regulatory Compliance Consultant, Regulatory Policy Consultant or Sr Regulatory Compliance Analyst level depending on the most qualified applicant across the three job openings posted. Only apply to one of the three job openings based on which level best matches your work experience. Job postings involved with this opening are 5035, 5036, 5104.

At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package.

 

The pay range for this position is $76,500.00 - $127,200.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses. 

 

PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.  There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP).  For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan.  Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com). 

 

Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. 

 

Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

 

Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.