5-7 years of experience in compliance with FERC and state regulations
Proven track record in regulatory documentation and compliance management
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent relationship-building abilities with stakeholders and regulatory agencies
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in reporting
Solid analytical skills for data compilation and interpretation
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
Responsibilities
Develop and submit regulatory letters and reports to meet FERC and state deadlines
Assist in implementing compliance initiatives for dam safety regulations
Ensure ongoing adherence to all necessary licenses and operational codes
Track and submit required reports to regulatory bodies in a timely manner
Analyze risks related to company activities and advise on environmental impacts
Contribute to HSSE strategies aligning with company policies
Support hydro re-licensing efforts and engage in settlement discussions.
Benefits
Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE) compliance culture
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaboration with a diverse group of industry professionals
Involvement in significant projects affecting water management regulations
Full Job Description
Compliance Specialist
Developing and submitting letters and reports required for FERC license and State permit requirements and ensuring timely submission to meet required deadlines
Assist with the implementation of and compliance with FERC, State and corporate dam safety regulations, programs, initiatives and inspection programs, including the development of and submission of required reports. Coordinate FERC, State, and internal dam inspections.
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory licenses, permits, and codes of operation and conduct
Prepare, track, and ensure timely submission of required report to applicable regulatory agencies
Assess the risk/impact of company activities and projects and advising project team of environmental issues, flows, and water level fluctuations/modifications
Develop strategies and action plans that comply with company HSSE (Health, Safety, Security and Environmental) policies and procedures
Assist in implementation and monitoring of Brookfield's recreational programs, policies, and procedures to comply with applicable local, state and federal regulations and company requirements
Assist in completion of environmental and engineering studies, hydraulic analysis, operations modeling, upgrade and expansion studies, and economic evaluations;
Initiate and participate in meetings and discussions with regulators. Consulting with required agencies regarding water management plans and other regulatory issues
Work with Licensing Managers to support the hydro re-licensing efforts and participate in hydro re-licensing settlement negotiations
Interpret, analyze, and compile measurements/monitoring/sampling of fish and other wildlife, stream flow gaging, water levels, etc. for FERC license and State permit compliance
Required Skills:
Thorough knowledge of and experience with state/local and FERC-related licensing and compliance requirements and documentation;
Strong time management skills with the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects;
Ability to proactively establish and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organization and with external vendors and agencies;
Strong attention to detail and follow-through and have the ability to keep data and documents organized and error free;
Superior critical thinking and analytical skills;
Highly motivated and have the ability to work independently and cooperatively with others;
Excellent verbal and written communications, team-oriented work practices, and strong statistical and technical problem-solving skills;
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
