PowerSouth Energy Cooperative is hiring: Department Secretary in Andalusia

Department Secretary (Transmission O&M Department)

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative serving the wholesale power needs of 20 distribution members - 16 electric cooperatives and four municipal electric systems - in Alabama and northwest Florida. Today, PowerSouth remains a trusted energy provider for our member systems, who serve end-use consumers in 39 counties in Alabama and ten counties in Florida.

PowerSouth's most important asset is a workforce of over 500 men and women at nine PowerSouth locations. Safety is PowerSouth's number one core value, and our employees set the bar for safety excellence and have achieved an impressive safety record.

JOB SUMMARY & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The purpose of this position is to provide various administrative support of a routine nature for one or more (usually several) persons normally below middle management level positions. Work at this level is varied, short-cycled and clerical with only general instructions given. This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least five (5) years of clerical experience. This position requires a working knowledge of applicable software applications, with proficiency in mail merges. This position also requires basic mathematical skills, the ability to set own priorities and procedures for accomplishing work as well as organizational skills and attention to detail in order to maintain an orderly workspace and quality work. Candidates must demonstrate a potential for success in the Department Secretary position by qualifying on an aptitude-based clerical placement exercise and a behaviorally-based structured interview.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Production of routine documents (letters, memorandums, etc.) with quality, speed, and accuracy
• Maintain and update databases and spreadsheets
• Perform reception duties
• Records and file management
• Account coding and budgeting
• Responsible for ensuring the success of PowerSouth by promoting team work, group goals and objectives, proper communication and cooperation within the department, division, throughout the PowerSouth organization and with member systems

BENEFITS:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan funded 100% by the company
• 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group Life Benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal and Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance

Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.

Interested persons who meet the above qualifications may apply on PowerSouth's website at www.powersouth.com/careers by December 30, 2024.

EOE, including disability/vets