Regulatory Affairs Specialist

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state.

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future.  The NYISO’s External Affairs department invites applications for a full-time Regulatory Affairs Specialist.

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist will administer and act as a team expert on submission of regulatory filings and receipt of regulatory issuances. This individual will serve as an expert in the preparation of documents for submission to regulatory agencies; monitor orders, notices and other issuances by regulatory agencies, monitor filings by third-parties and support maintenance of schedules and records of legal and regulatory commitments and required actions.

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist will also serve as an expert in addressing team efforts to maintain NYISO master tariffs at all times to ensure accuracy and currency with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issuances and guidelines. This individual will also monitor, interpret, analyze and summarize federal and state regulatory and energy policy issues which may affect the NYISO, prepare, individually and in collaboration with internal and external subject matter experts, comments, position statements and responses to third-party filings, orders and other issuances from regulatory agencies, and provide notice of such issuances and filings to senior staff and other key parties. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Monitor, interpret, analyze and summarize regulatory and energy policy issues which may affect the NYISO including FERC cases, orders and rulemakings, federal and state legislation, position statements by interveners and third-party related filings and orders.  Has an ability to determine which issues should be elevated for internal dissemination and provide notifications to senior executives and other appropriate NYISO staff. Distribute summaries to appropriate NYISO staff, keeping these parties up to date on issues pertinent to their responsibilities.
• Execute projects on major regulatory initiatives as assigned.  Source, research and analyze records, filings, and information relating to regulatory initiatives.  Write summaries, comments, reports, research notes.  Write related articles, papers, presentations.  Attend related meetings.
• Serve as a lead liaison with the Legal Department and business owners to support preparation of regulatory filings and responses for internal review, approval, and submittal.
• Act as team expert in administration of eTariff and eFiling tools and procedures. Updates consolidated tariffs and agreements and maintain accurate and timely records of tariff updates. Monitor updates to ensure content are correct, current and compliant with FERC guidelines.
• Ensures that updates are posted in appropriate locations and disseminated to NYISO stakeholders per NYISO policy and departmental procedures. Prepare tariff modifications for submittal as requested by the Legal Department.
• Keep Regulatory Affairs processes and procedure descriptions up to date. Satisfy audit requirements upon request. 
• Monitor the Regulatory Affairs database(s) for accuracy and currency. Review entries with legal staff, Senior Manager, Regulatory & Government Affairs, and other Regulatory Affairs team members as needed.
• Support maintenance of regulatory databases, electronic and hard copy files, and other required records are current, complete, and accurate. Supports NYISO staff, shared governance, committees and state task forces by providing requested regulatory filings, orders, other documents and reports.
• Provide assistance to other departments to ensure compliance with the OATT and Services Tariff. Proofread/edit documents (e.g., manuals, service agreements, LSS materials, filing letters, training materials), as requested.
• Keep abreast of other ISO and RTO activities and report on these issues. Interact with IRC, NERC, FERC, NAESB, NYSPSC and other agencies to maintain current and expert knowledge of regulatory developments and to represent NYISO’s interests.
• Support Regulatory Affairs administration of NYISO intranet and internet content.
• On an ad hoc basis, serve as the departmental representative for internal committees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree (BS, BA) in Engineering, Political Science, Business or related discipline; Master’s Degree (MS, MBA) desirable.
• Five years of related experience in utility operations, electricity markets, legislative and / or regulatory matters; experience with member organizations desirable. Industry experience outweighs education as a predictor of effectiveness in this position; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, e-mail and internet programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Contact with staff and public will occur.  Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training.­­­­­­­­­­­­ This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. 

At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements.

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

 The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.