At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
The Operations Coordinator II provides high-level administrative support to the operations team, ensuring efficiency and confidentiality in all aspects of the role. This position requires a deep understanding of company operations, procedures, and personnel, along with sound judgment and discretion. Serving as a key resource for both leaders and employees, the Operations Coordinator II demonstrates expertise across multiple subjects and functions. The role requires strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and involves compiling and analyzing data for use in presentations and reports.
- Operational Support: Ensures consistent operations across Alliant Energy Operations by adhering to company policies and procedures. Maintains and develops basic computer applications such as documents, forms, spreadsheets, charts, graphics, and presentations.
- Records & Compliance: Tracks, maintains, and monitors operational files, contracts, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Assists with audits and data requests as directed.
- Financial Oversight: Supports Operations in achieving financial goals by reviewing expenditures for accuracy and identifying cost-saving opportunities. May process invoices, vouchers, requisitions, and expense reports. Collaborates with financial analysts to monitor business group performance against budgets and review financial forecasts.
- Administrative Systems: Develops and maintains moderately complex computer applications and databases. Establishes and manages filing systems for business records. Provides backup administrative support to other business groups or company executives as needed.
- Project Coordination: Executes special projects, including preparing reports, strategic plans, and budget materials. Conducts research and compiles information to support decision-making. Offers recommendations for process improvements when appropriate.
- Confidentiality & Discretion: Handles sensitive information and confidential matters with discretion. Exercises judgment and initiative in addressing issues in the absence of a supervisor, ensuring appropriate resolution and escalation.
- Scheduling & Prioritization: Plans and coordinates daily activities for Operations, managing and prioritizing verbal and written requests. Maintains an accurate and dynamic schedule to reflect evolving priorities.
- Associate Degree Administrative Support, or related field. Preferred
- Experience supporting multiple business groups or supervisors.
- Demonstrated intermediate to advanced proficiency in the use of office equipment and computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Intermediate to advanced knowledge of internet web browsers. Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint preferred. Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat (PDF) software preferred.
- Proficient and accurate typing skills required.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading.
- Ability to perform accurately and effectively in a timely manner.
- Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly.
- Effective planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to carry out duties with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Asset Protection • Business Process Improvements • Critical Incident Training • Physical Security Management • Regulatory Compliance • Schedule Management • Security Governance • Security Management • Stakeholder Management • Vendor Management
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
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Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.
All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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