Tucson Electric Power · 1 day ago
Department Assistant I or II, Power Production
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$43K/yr - $62K/yr
2+ years expTucson Electric Power is a subsidiary of UNS Energy Corporation, dedicated to providing electric and gas service to customers in Arizona. They are seeking a Department Assistant I or II for the Power Production team, responsible for performing complex administrative tasks, handling confidential information, and supporting the department's operations.
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Responsibilities
Perform complex administrative tasks and handle confidential information
Preparing expense statements, purchase orders and invoices
Schedule meetings, answer phones & emails, and ensure customers, vendors, and employees are handled in a professional manner
Perform administrative duties, record keeping and administrative detail, and follow-up functions to assist the area Manager and other members of the department
In addition to data entry, filing, scheduling, performs duties such as personnel record keeping, developing complex spreadsheet tracking reports, coordination of meetings, conferences, and seminars, obtaining supplies, coordinating direct mailings, and working on special projects
Assembles highly confidential and sensitive information
Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize, and organize a diversified workload
Performs complex and confidential administrative/clerical functions including:
Preparing memos, expense statements, check requests, time sheets and other department forms and documents
Photocopy and fax information and documents as needed or requested
Maintain appropriate levels and monitor office supplies, equipment, and other materials
Administers distribution of the department’s mail. Opens and sorts related mail
Answers telephones, handles calls, routes to appropriate individual, or takes messages. Ensures customers, vendors and employees are handled in a professional and courteous manner
Maintains records and organizes filing and archive system to facilitate the expeditious retrieval of information so that department personnel may accomplish their responsibilities
Prepares various confidential departmental reports as assigned, utilizing various advanced software programs. Collects information, compiles into standard or non-standard format, prints, proofs and distributes to appropriate department/company personnel
Assists department personnel with various projects
This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures
May assist in budget preparation and control activities. May assist in the preparation and control of records, statistics, and reports regarding operations, personnel changes, etc
Administers programs, projects and/or processes specific to the operating unit served
May serve as administrative liaison with others within and outside the company regarding administrative issues related to purchasing, personnel, facilities and operations
May screen and interview job applicants and orient new employees
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in an administrative role (preferably from a utility, construction, or similar industry)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word
High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations
Two to four years previous secretarial/administrative experience in a professional business environment
Strong analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data for reports, find solutions to various administrative problems, and prioritize work
Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software
Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
A Bachelor of Arts degree and four years' previous secretarial/administrative experience in a professional business environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrates proficiency/ability in computer skills, ability to prioritize and problem solve
Exercises considerable discretion and independent judgment and is capable of analyzing complex information request and determining complex trends, and making recommendations on process improvements and efficiencies
Benefits
401k plan with a generous company match and additional non-discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees
Affordable individual and family health insurance plans
Tuition assistance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Company
Tucson Electric Power
Tucson Electric Power provides safe, reliable power to metro.
1001-5000 employees
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