Sr Engineering Tech Assoc (Clerical) Cedar Rapids, IACandidates interested in this position, must apply on-line at;
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Alliant Energy has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineering Technical Associate in Cedar Rapids, IA! The ideal candidate will have a two year degree AND five years- experience in the technical and administrative support field OR seven years- experience in the technical and administrative support field. Relocation will not be offered for this position. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at (reference #3102). The application deadline is February 2, 2012.
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Alliant Energy (NYSE: LNT) is a Fortune 1000 mid-cap electric and gas utility with an excellent reputation, a track record of success and a solid foundation for aggressive, intelligent short and long-term growth plans.
Supervision Received:
Performs work under the general supervision of a Manager or Team Lead
Supervision Given:
None.
Position Summary/Accountabilities:
Responsible for providing technical and administrative support to Energy Delivery Engineering Departments.
Job Functions:
Concurrently provides administrative and technical support to two or more engineering departments in multiple areas.
Assembles, reviews, distributes, and files documentation for engineering projects.
Prepares periodic reports and special analytical reports as requested. Prepares charts and graphs. Provides local computer training and support to other less experienced users.
Prepares project authorizations, work orders, requisitions, retirement forms, letters and memos. Maintains contract files and logs and tracks approvals. Assists in preparation of budgets and performs calculations for budgets. Performs research for budget variance reports.
Enters requests for quotes and material requisitions for direct ordered material on projects designed by engineering staff. Assists with preparation of project design packages as requested. Maintains inventory records of specialty spare parts and equipment.
Processes payments against purchase orders and maintains associated records. Processes material requests and follows up with Sourcing/Supply Chain to ensure timely delivery.
Identifies, reconciles and maintains department records, such as travel records, credit card accounts and project files. Reviews and enters time sheets and posts respective employee information such as sick leave and vacation records. Reconciles company cash working funds.
Enters security access requests, move requests, and computer hardware & software requests for department personnel.
Answers and places internal and external telephone calls, asking and answering questions on various subjects. Gives and takes messages as requested. Handles routine information requests.
Administration of office functions, such as mail distribution, maintaining of office equipment, ordering office supplies. May be required to maintain department safety and technical training records.
Coordinates business trip accommodations for department personnel.
Provides department web site development and maintenance.
Provides input in the hiring, direction, and assessment of temporary administrative staff.
Promotes and supports diversity initiatives and equal employment opportunity.
All other duties as assigned
Technical/Job Skill Qualifications:
The candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications, and have demonstrated the following technical or job skills:
Education or equivalent experience to a two year degree from an accredited college or university.
Five years technical or professional experience.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management) preferred
Ability to work in a diverse work environment
Proficiency in computer systems including mainframe and PC systems.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Must have a working knowledge of general accounting practices.
Corporate Competencies:
Accountability: Actions have consequences. Accept responsibility for the end results of your actions, even if you feel internal or external pressure to do otherwise. Set clear expectations and provide feedback.
Business Acumen: Know how a utility makes money. Understand how your decisions and performance impact the success of the company.
Communication: Adapt your communication style and method to your audience. Listen actively, check for understanding and use the exchange of ideas to support relationships and results.
Customer Focus: The customer is key. Anticipate internal and external customer needs and deliver exceptional results that are balanced by business goals.
Decision Making: Select a course of action. Use balanced judgment and analyze all aspects of a situation to make informed decisions that support business objectives.
Job Specific Skills: Be willing and able to apply, develop and share your knowledge, skill and experience to meet the needs of the business.
Leadership: Model our core values. Create an environment of constant self-improvement and facilitate continuous learning through encouragement, motivation and candid communication.
Results Orientation: Set goals and work to achieve them. Focus on activities that consistently achieve or exceed goals and produce results. Work through the roadblocks you encounter.
Teamwork: Respect and cooperate with others. Build effective working relationships, seek a diversity of opinions, and partner with others to achieve business goals.
Non-compete agreement required? No
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Original:
Revised: 7/9/01; 1/24/12
Job Code: J03744
Salary Grade: N08
EICP Target: 5%
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