Lead Tariff Compliance Specialist

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package:

• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Flexible working environment for positions that are eligible where employees have the flexibility to work from home and come in where collaborative in person work is needed.
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a defined benefit plan fully funded by SPP

PLEASE NOTE: SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Lead Tariff Compliance Specialist| Pay Range:  $112,240.00 - $145,810.00

Join Our Team as a Lead Tariff Compliance Specialist!

The Lead Tariff Compliance Specialist plays a key role in helping Southwest Power Pool maintain organizational compliance with the SPP Tariff while supporting the reliable operation of the bulk electric grid and wholesale energy markets. This position serves as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, partnering closely with business units to provide oversight, guidance, and monitoring of tariff requirements and compliance obligations across the organization.

In this role, you’ll collaborate across teams to evaluate compliance risk, assess implementation efforts for new and revised tariff requirements, and support the development of practical, risk-based internal controls that strengthen operational accountability. You’ll also work closely with stakeholders throughout the organization to promote a proactive culture of compliance and help ensure business processes align with evolving tariff expectations.

We’re looking for a strategic, detail-oriented compliance professional who thrives in complex regulatory environments and enjoys partnering with stakeholders to solve problems, drive accountability, and support organizational compliance efforts. Successful candidates will bring strong analytical and communication skills, experience interpreting regulatory or tariff requirements, and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple business areas.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization responsible for keeping the lights on today and in the future.

What You'll Do

• Provide oversight, guidance, and monitoring to ensure organizational compliance with tariff requirements across business units.
• Evaluate implementation efforts related to new and revised tariff requirements to confirm alignment with compliance expectations.
• Identify and assess tariff-related compliance risks and partner with business units to support the development of effective, risk-based controls.
• Analyze SPP Revision Requests to evaluate organizational impact and proactively identify compliance considerations and risks.
• Maintain oversight of tariff-related compliance controls, including ownership, documentation, and ongoing effectiveness.
• Maintain visibility into compliance obligations, control ownership, and risk activities through the organization’s GRC platform.
• Partner with business leaders to integrate tariff requirements into business processes while preserving accountability within the business units.
• Influence stakeholders to promote consistent understanding, accountability, and adherence to tariff obligations.
• Support audit activities by coordinating documentation, providing subject matter expertise, and validating control effectiveness related to tariff compliance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of tariff compliance procedures, processes, and best practices.

To Be Successful as a Lead tariff Compliance Specialist, We're Looking For: 

Education Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Law, Public Policy, Energy Management, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Experience Requirement:

• Eight (8) years of experience in regulatory compliance, tariff administration, energy markets, risk management, audit, or a related discipline.
• Experience interpreting complex policy, law or tariff requirements, or other regulatory requirements, developing controls, and assessing compliance risk.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement policies, procedures, or governance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, risk management principles, and/or internal control environments.
• Ability to analyze complex requirements and identify practical, risk-based compliance solutions.
• Experience working with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) systems or similar compliance management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate operational impacts of regulatory requirements.
• Advanced communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to influence and guide individuals at multiple levels of an organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving regulatory or tariff requirements.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to translate complex requirements into clear guidance and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with energy markets, regional transmission organizations (RTOs), or tariff-based regulatory environments.

Position Type, Location, and Expected Hours of Work: 

• This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Little Rock, Arkansas, with a minimum requirement of two days per week in the office. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional extended hours as needed.

Travel Requirement:

• This position requires minimal travel (approximately 10%)

Southwest Power Pool is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Further, Southwest Power Pool makes good faith efforts to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact us at HR@spp.org and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process.

 At SPP we believe in a culture of belonging. Learn more here: Culture of Belonging - Southwest Power Pool.