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Career Level Guide
LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.
We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.
Rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!
We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.
We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.
Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.
Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your directly related experience. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF or WORD document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for October 1, 2020.
Interested parties are also invited to contact Ruth Erwert, Recruiting Manager, at LinkedIn, (509) 661-4540, or joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
SALARY RANGE
The position may be filled at levels I, II or III (based on qualifications, skills and abilities). In addition to a competitive salary range, Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.
Level I: $67,600 - $84,500; Level II: $77,500 - $96,900; Level III: $90,200 - $112,700
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
JOB POSTING
Job Purpose:
The Reliability Compliance Analysts enhance electric system reliability by facilitating compliance with NERC and WECC regulatory requirements related to system reliability and/or electric system cyber security.The position may be filled at level I, II or III based on an individual's knowedge, skills and abilities. The incumbent will perform a variety of job duties based on level of competencies (see the attached career level guide for specific details). In conjunction with subject matter experts, this position will assist and/or develop and implement sound tactical programs, procedures and operational processes. Will assist and/or develop and implement complex preventative, detective and compensating compliance controls and best practices across Chelan PUD (District) in order to monitor and facilitate compliance. Level III incumbents lead projects to enable compliant processes and mitigate reliability risk throughout the organization.
Post-Secondary Education:
Bachelor's degree (B. S., B. A.) in a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) field, public administration, business, or a related field from a college or university is required for all levels; or equivalent combination of education and experience (candidates without a related 4-year degree will have the 4-year equivalent experience in a role such as reliability compliance analyst, system operator, engineer, auditor, cyber security, legal or regulatory occupation, or closely related field).
Experience:
Candidates with at least one (1) year of experience working in a legal, regulatory compliance, auditing, cyber security, engineering, or related field are desired. Level III incumbents are required to possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience interpreting, implementing or adhering to NERC/WECC Reliability Standards in a role such as reliability compliance analyst, system operator, engineer, legal or regulatory occupation, or closely related role. A Juris Doctorate degree in a related area of study may substitute three (3) years of the experience requirement. A master’s degree in a related area of study may substitute two (2) years of the experience requirement for level III incumbents.
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BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or other protected classifications as defined by law.
EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer
EEO Law Poster (English or Spanish)
EEO Law Poster Supplement (English)
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)