Administrative Asst Sr

SouthWestern Electric Power Co; West Virginia; On-site; USD 26,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Gilmer, TX is seeking an administrative support professional to perform basic duties under supervision, prepare documents, reports, and spreadsheets, and maintain files and calendars using MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

The role emphasizes strong communication, data organization, and the ability to learn department processes to assist customers and coworkers effectively; prior office experience and proficiency with MS Office are preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic administrative duties with well-defined procedures.
• Covers document preparation, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Uses MS Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint and other dept. software.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic administrative duties under supervision.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary responsible for performing administrative support duties within the assigned area. Responsibilities are specific to the organizational unit (i.e. region, district, department, plant, etc.).

What You'll Do:

• Major responsibilities: under immediate supervision, perform basic administrative duties, following well-defined, standard procedures; prepare documents, reports, and spreadsheets, etc. as needed to support the business unit. Maintain files and calendars as needed. Utilize Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Powerpoint as well as other department software/systems as needed.
• Communication and interpersonal skills: listens to and understands written and verbal instruction, communicates effectively with co-workers and other employees and customers. Work effectively and productively with others. actively helps others with assignments as necessary to maintain department productivity.
• Customer focus: answer customer questions; refer questions to others as needed; actively learns the function of the department to assist customers more effectively; exhibits concern and sensitivity to others.
• Problem solving and initiative: applies basic education and training in job responsibilities and assignments; asks questions when unsure of how to handle an assignment and demonstrates ability and initiative to handle assignments beyond the routine.

What We're Looking For:

• Education requirements: High school diploma or GED
• Work Experience requirement: One year of administrative work experience. Demonstrated computer proficiency including the use of Microsoft Office Products. Must possess the ability to organize data and processes and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Displays good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Where You'll Work: Gilmer, TX

Compensation Data Compensation Grade: SP20-002 Compensation Range: $18.87 - $32.49

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers - we energize possibilities. We're redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect.

Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.