Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! Are you an organized and detail-oriented individual looking to provide administrative support within a positive work environment? We are seeking an HR & Safety Support Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be crucial in supporting our human resources team and safety program. Some of your responsibilities will include maintaining HR records, assisting with the apprenticeship training program, and coordinating employee training events. The perfect candidate will have outstanding interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

At East River Electric Power Cooperative we're dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40,000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative, we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

Our Cooperative Community

As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance.

This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

What You'll Accomplish

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education, skills, and experience will be put to excellent use, contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development, which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. In this position you will:

• Maintain and update HR records and systems with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews, coordinating background checks, and communicating with candidates.
• Create professional documents and presentations.
• Assist with scheduling, organizing, and tracking various employee safety training activities.
• Manage the apprenticeship training program and all associated records.
• Help manage safety software programs and databases.
• Collaborate with the administrative team to provide external and internal customer service and backup the reception area as needed.
• Prioritize tasks, taking proactive approaches and ensuring successful project completion.

Showcase Your Knowledge, Abilities, and Expertise. Do you have?

• A degree in business or a related field, along with a minimum of two years of administrative support experience, preferably in Human Resources
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage a variety of tasks at once
• High proficiency in using Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and Outlook
• Valid driver's license

Benefits that Matter

At East River, we value your well-being and want you to thrive. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan
• Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 9/80 work schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance.

Want to learn more about East River? Visit our website's career pages and hear what our current employees have to say.

Questions? Contact hr@eastriver.coop or (605) 256-4536.

Visit our Careers Page to apply. Applications accepted through April 23, 2025, with interviews expected to begin the week of May 5.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

All positions are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen. Some positions may be subject to a job-based physical exam.

About East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc.

East River Electric Power Cooperative is a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative. Our main campus is located in Madison, South Dakota and we also operate eight regional service centers across a service area that covers 40,000 square miles. We deliver wholesale power to our members, which include 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally-owned electric system in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members, in turn, power the homes, farms, schools and businesses of the member-owners in their service territories. As an electric cooperative, we’re guided by the cooperative principles that govern all co-ops. East River Electric exists to enhance the value of our members by providing power, information, and innovation. Our 150 employees are challenged to think outside the box of current business practices and explore new solutions that will benefit our industry, always looking through the lens of how those solutions can enhance the value of our member systems. As a member of the Southwest Power Pool, East River helps to keep electricity more affordable and reliable for consumers across our region.

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