Operations Coordinator II

Alliant Energy Corp Serv Inc; United States; Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy Corp Serv Inc seeks an Operations Coordinator II for a hybrid role at the Verona Operations Center. The position supports daily operations, financial tracking, documentation, and project coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, effective communication, and secure handling of sensitive information while collaborating across teams to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bacheloretteship level education required or related field. (Note: actual requirement is an Associate Degree Administrative Support.)

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains basic computer applications including documents, forms, spreadsheets, charts, graphics and presentations.
• Tracks and documents operational files, contracts and documentation to support compliance and audits.
• Supports financial oversight by reviewing expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Develops and maintains moderately complex databases and filing systems.
• Executes special projects, prepares reports, and supports budgeting materials.
• Handles confidential information with discretion and escalates issues as needed.
• Plans and coordinates daily activities, maintaining an accurate dynamic schedule.

Skills

Typing

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate Degree Administrative Support

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Outlook

SharePoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy!

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.

Join Alliant Energy as an Operations Coordinator II in a hybrid role supporting our Verona Operations Center , where you’ll serve as a trusted partner keeping critical operations running smoothly. This role is ideal for a proactive, tech-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment—balancing multiple priorities, leveraging tools like Microsoft Office and SharePoint, has a passion for emerging AI capabilities and handling confidential information with discretion.

As a self-starter, you’ll take initiative to identify challenges, implement solutions, and keep work moving forward with minimal direction. You’ll play a key role in driving efficiency, supporting financial and operational processes, and collaborating across teams to make a meaningful impact on our operations and communities.

What you will do

• 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.

Education Requirements

• Associate Degree Administrative Support, or related field. Preferred.

Required Experience

• 3 years of related experience.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting multiple business groups or supervisors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.