Regulatory Program Coordinator - Distribution (Northern NJ)

About the role

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is a forward-thinking electric utility headquartered in Akron, Ohio, with one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems — more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines connecting the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet exceeding 3,500 megawatts. This opening is for two Regulatory Program Coordinator positions with Jersey Central Power & Light, a FirstEnergy subsidiary. The role performs regulatory reporting and inspection work for the Distribution function. These are onsite positions that can be based at any FirstEnergy location in northern New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and direct a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
• Plan and schedule Electrical Service and Safety Standards (ESSS) inspection activities annually; develop, plan, coordinate, and conduct annual ESSS process training for all inspector groups
• Initiate follow-up work for repairs needed in SAP (DX notifications) and release to customer request work scheduling (CREWS)
• Enter M3 repairs completed during ESSS inspections on the SAP order number
• Work with Line Shops on repair work requests; track and monitor all repairs for each line shop
• Utilize GIS/Gatekeeper Distribution Line Inspections (DLI) software reports to review progress of inspections by site and units for ESSS automated inspections performed with MDT/TOUGHBOOK tool
• Provide monthly/annual reporting to Operating Company Management and Corporate Regulatory Group on the ESSS Program
• Participate in Public Utilities Commission (PUC) desk audits of the ESSS Inspection Programs
• Coordinate ESSS Inspection Program audits performed by Corporate Internal Auditing Group or Corporate Operations Services Groups
• Follow up on concerns and issues discovered during ESSS activities
• Provide support to Line Supervisors and Planners with ESSS responsibilities to help ensure all Operating Company, Corporate Regulatory, and PUC requirements are met
• Assist in the creation of processes (flow charting) and supporting documentation (manuals and charts)
• Create new processes to integrate ESSS inspection/repair activities with other ongoing Operating Company activities as necessary
• Update recloser records and address missing/incorrect information in SAP and GIS following ESSS inspections
• Retain all ESSS inspection records and documentation for durations as specified by the PUC
• Follow up with Mapping and Records group on any required GIS changes resulting from ESSS inspection activities
• Prepare regulatory commitment report and monthly/quarterly reports for PUC
• Create data for contractors to use when inspecting poles, audit contractor reports, and update records as required
• Perform regulated PUC-driven ESSS circuit inspections
• Conduct underground facility mark-out audits
• Perform circuit inspections and patrols for maintenance programs, condition work, proposed projects, and AEC/regulatory required projects
• Assist during emergencies and storm-related activities; travel to various off-site locations, FirstEnergy office locations, training facilities, and customer sites when requested

Qualifications

Education & Experience (one of the following):

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline and 0–1 years related work experience
• High school diploma or equivalent and minimum 2 years related work experience

Related work experience includes knowledge of planning/scheduling of work, construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools used to determine resources necessary for construction and maintenance work activities.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Develops knowledge of National Electric Safety Code (NESC), National Electric Code (NEC), and Customer Guide for Electric Services (CGES)
• Understands the Company's Accident Prevention Handbook and Manual of Operations and its practical application in the workplace
• Self-motivated and able to balance competing priorities
• Provides quality customer service, both internally and externally
• Possesses solid verbal and written communication skills
• Experienced with PC software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Outlook, SAP, GIS, CREWS, and database query tools
• Access to a personal vehicle to commute to various facilities and locations as required; valid driver's license

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• Company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Pay

Estimated pay range: $70,000 – $112,000 (market-based, varies by location; actual base salary depends on skills, qualifications, and experience).

Schedule

• Onsite position based at a FirstEnergy location in northern New Jersey
• Travel required to off-site locations, FirstEnergy offices, training facilities, and customer sites
• Emergency and storm-related response as needed
• Personal vehicle required for commuting to various facilities and locations

Safety

Safety is a core value at FirstEnergy. The company ensures employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform duties safely for themselves, co-workers, customers, and the public. Goals include a safe work environment, an accident-free and injury-free workplace, and promotion of public safety through world-class safety standards.

Position Classification: Non-Exempt