Executive Assistant

About Us

Elizabethtown Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to over 300,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, and Mercer counties. At our core, we’re dedicated to being a committed community partner, delivering exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future.

At Elizabethtown Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early-career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

This role provides essential administrative support to the President of Elizabethtown Gas (ETG), enabling them to concentrate on advancing the business. The individual in this position works closely with the President and leadership team to help translate the strategic plan into effective execution. They also play a key role in streamlining communication between the ETG President, ETG leadership, and the SJIU support team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Facilitating the development of strategic presentations and project proposals, coordinating input for the ETG leadership team, and ensuring all materials are thoroughly edited and refined.

- Tracking and following up on outstanding questions and deliverables requested by the ETG President and leadership team to ensure timely resolution.

- Compiling and enhancing analytical reports and supporting documentation for both recurring and ad hoc meetings.

- Curating the monthly accomplishments list by reaching out to contributors for clarification and recommending the top 3–5 highlights to the President for submission to senior SJI leadership.

- Managing the President’s calendar and coordinating monthly staff meetings and ETG Operating Results sessions, including scheduling, agenda preparation, guest facilitator coordination, and sending reminders.

- Entering payroll and overseeing the approval process for Presidential documents such as contracts, staffing requests, and wet signatures in Workday Strategic Sourcing (Scout), while liaising with Legal, requesters, and the President to ensure timely completion.

- Preparing and submitting monthly expense reports, generating mileage logs, and coding invoices for payment processing.

- Arranging travel logistics, including registration, hotel accommodations, and transportation for conferences and business trips.

- Overseeing the Employee Engagement calendar to ensure timely coordination of quarterly initiatives, including Monthly Food Trucks, Town Hall meetings, and ride-alongs that promote employee morale and involvement.

- Serve as the primary ETG liaison with Corporate Communications and HR for corporate events, such as Employee Appreciation Day, Biometric Screenings, and other engagement activities.

- Providing administrative and operational support to the ETG Leadership team as needed.

- Assisting SJI and IIF staff temporarily assigned to Green Lane by reserving meeting rooms, arranging meals, and handling other logistical needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills: Required Background:

- High School Diploma or GED

- Typically requires 2- 4 years of related experience

- Prior experience working in confidential environment

Required Skills:

- Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and supporting strategic decisions

- Experienced with technology platforms and digital tools relevant to the role, such as Microsoft Office Suite, Workday, and DocuSign

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Leadership capability in team settings and project environments

- Sound judgment and decision-making under pressure

- Effective interpersonal skills for collaboration and communication

- Aptitude for solving problems with creativity and logic

Preferred Skills:

- Demonstrated success in engaging with executive-level stakeholders, including corporate officers and board directors

Explore the Possibilities

South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands-on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day.

Benefits Package Overview

SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include:

- Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package

- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

- 401(k), with generous company match

- Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship. Compensation Range:

$23 - 37

We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience.