Manager, Operational Compliance

Company Overview

Intersect Power is a team of friends driven to preserve our planet for future generations through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. Intersect Power is a privately held clean energy company bringing innovative, scalable, American-made, low-carbon solutions to its customers in global energy markets. We develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest grid-tied clean energy resources, as well as co-located facilities for large industrial loads, including data centers, e-fuels, and other energy-intensive products. We are laser-focused on the largest, most transformative clean energy projects that decarbonize the existing power grid and bring new loads to clean generation without the need for new transmission. Intersect is redefining the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are looking to fill key roles with talented professionals who want to make an impact.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016.  We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area and  San Diego, CA; NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

About This Position

This role will be responsible for developing Intersect Power’s CIP Medium program and transitioning into managing compliance activity during the operational period. The Manager will work closely with IT, Operational Technology, Engineering, Legal, and others to collaboratively and pro-actively develop and maintain project compliance, provide strategic identification of upcoming requirements, manage the cross-functional planning and implementation process, and provide robust reporting to Intersect Power and to applicable regulatory bodies. This position is a key contributing role to the Operations Team. This position will report to the Director, Operational Compliance, Operations. 

Overview of Department

The current operations team consists of operations, asset management, and compliance professionals with over 4GW of operational experience. The operations team works closely with the  Development and Construction teams  to bring Intersect Power’s pipeline from concept to operations remaining involved throughout the project lifecycle. The Intersect Power operations team is expanding to support the growing fleet moving into operations over in the near term.

• Provide leadership and guidance in compliance activities to support requirements with NERC, PUC, and ISO standards, and others as necessary with a focus on NERC CIP Medium Impact program development 
• Serve as the primary project manager to develop the NERC CIP Medium Impact program and own future program implementation and ongoing management 
• Manage activities related to risk analysis, procedure and internal controls implementation, controls verification, evidence and artifact management, monitoring, and reporting
• Monitor existing and new compliance requirements, identify potential impact to compliance program and communicate any impacts and support technical SMEs during implementation of existing, revised, or new requirements
• Lead and make regulatory filings which may include managing and coordinating outside counsel, consultants, internal SMEs, and other project personnel
• Partner with all levels of cross-functional teams and subject matter experts throughout the organization to analyze, recommend and support compliance implementation, understanding, and corrective action efforts, as needed
• Design and manage internal assessments, evaluate compliance, investigate potential noncompliance violations, document these in accordance with regulatory norms and industry good practices, and design appropriate corrective actions and mitigation plans to address identified internal control weaknesses and compliance evidence deficiencies
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with regulators, internal teams, and third-party service providers
• Support technical SMEs in identifying mitigations and providing project management support of technical compliance related projects
• Actively participate in industry organizations, conferences, workshops, and forums regarding internal controls for existing and new standards and requirements
• Support compliance on-boarding of solar projects during the construction phases

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, engineering, or similar discipline or related work experience
• 5+ years of work experience in NERC compliance and the electric regulatory industry; examples include Engineering and compliance departments, federal or state regulatory role(s)
• Familiarity with NERC CIP Medium Impact Reliability Standards and Requirements, ERCOT, and CAISO
• Highly organized
• Attention to detail
• Project management skillsAbility to collaborate across teams
• Strong written and verbal communication abilitiesAble to thrive in a remote environment

• Mostly sedentary work; using standard office equipment including: a computer, keyboard, and telephone. 
• Position is part of a remote team, with regular electronic and video communication
• Position requires 4x per year  travel for company-wide meetups across US & Canada and regional meetings as needed by department. 

• Salary: $130,000 USD to $140,000 USD base salary with 25-30% annual target bonus
• Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents.
• Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to either your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track.
• Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) +  two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood.
• Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Headspace providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot and Maven, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents.
• Perks: Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats, pet insurance allowance, and $150 USD monthly phone & internet reimbursement.
• Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair.

Note:  We welcome applicants who do not have current enforceable non-compete restrictions that would hinder their employment with us. If you are currently under a non-compete agreement with a previous employer, we kindly request that you carefully review the terms of that agreement and ensure that your potential employment with us does not violate those terms. 

Unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies are not accepted by Intersect Power.

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