Compliance Manager
Fairbanks, AK • Posted 2026-07-22
Position Description
Golden Valley Electric Association Join Golden Valley Electric Association as the Compliance Manager in Fairbanks, Alaska, and lead the development and continuous improvement of GVEA's regulatory compliance program. In this role, you will oversee compliance with Railbelt Reliability Council, Regulatory Commission of Alaska, and other applicable reliability standards, rules, and requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced utility professional to guide compliance strategy, manage audits and regulatory filings, identify and address control gaps, and work across operations, engineering, legal, IT, cybersecurity, and other teams to ensure requirements are understood and embedded into daily operations. With a competitive starting salary of $126,585 annually, DOE, Grade 14 , this position offers the opportunity to support long-term reliability, risk management, and regulatory readiness across the organization. You will have access to excellent benefits, including a defined pension, 401(k) match, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Annual Leave, Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements), and Tuition Reimbursements . Join a forward-thinking organization where your leadership will help strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and support reliable service across Interior Alaska. GVEA is an electric cooperative that owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities. As the Compliance Manager at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of GVEA's regulatory compliance program. You will help ensure the organization meets applicable requirements from the Railbelt Reliability Council, Regulatory Commission of Alaska, and other reliability and regulatory agencies.
Key Requirements & Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will be analytical, detail-oriented, and able to interpret complex regulations and translate them into clear, practical procedures. Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills are essential.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
- Seven years of electric utility experience involving generation, transmission, or distribution
- Three years of supervisory and/or program management experience
- Ability to interpret regulations and technical reports
Overview & Salary
Need Help Applying?
CITC Employment & Training Services can assist with resume polishing, interview prep, and work tool grants.
Contact CITC ETS