Administrative Assistant

Environmental Affairs and Sustainability Administrative Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

This position reports to the Director of Environmental Affairs and Sustainability. This organization is a highly motivated team of professionals that engage in federal policy, stewardship, sustainability, governance, reporting, strategy and permitting. The team focuses on environmental areas including climate, air, land, water, and natural resources.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must a have minimum of 2 years professional experience as an Administrative Assistant. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
• Previous secretarial/administrative work experience performed at a high level of proficiency in traditional office skills is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Outlook is required
• Proficiency in other Microsoft applications (such as Sharepoint) and in Southern Company systems is strongly desired (Oracle, Scott, Cool Compliance, etc.). Must be able to learn them quickly if no direct experience.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Experience in budgeting procedures and understanding of financial concepts desired
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. College experience or degree desired

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be consistently available to meet departmental support needs
• Manage calendar, including meeting and travel arrangements
• Perform timekeeping administration
• Key contact for department
• Perform budget management task (Preparation, research, and reconciliation)
• Manage telephone coverage and mail distribution for department
• Support meeting planning
• Prepare agenda; handle all meeting arrangements
• Expense and P-Card statement management
• Prepare and maintain records
• Manage check requests and invoice processing for department
• Keep copiers, printers, and fax machines functional and stocked with paper
• Coordinate with Building Operations on requests for moves, etc.
• Maintain supply room order/accessibility
• Find solutions for copying, wireless equipment, office space, interview planning, gifts/flowers/food, office supplies, teleconference calls, catering, drinks or refreshments, etc.
• Regularly communicate with other administrative support team mates to ensure effective coverage

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers and communities needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 7830

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Southern Company Services