Human Resources Coordinator

Company Description

WHO WE ARE

As an electric cooperative, Hendricks Power is part of the nation's largest energy network which includes 1,000 electric cooperatives, public power districts, power supply generation and transmission cooperatives, statewide associations, regional trade and service associations, supply and manufacturing cooperatives, data processing cooperatives and employee credit unions. Electric cooperatives alone serve 32 million customers in 46 states and cover more land mass than any of the nation's single electric utilities. Electric Cooperatives are also governed by a set of Bylaws. Hendricks Power Cooperative serves more than 35,000 members throughout western central Indiana. 

OUR HISTORY

Hendricks Power Cooperative celebrated its 87th anniversary in 2023. Formed in 1936, following the creation of Franklin D. Roosevelt's Rural Electrification Administration (REA), Hendricks Power Cooperative started with a small meeting of 12 people, farmers and rural residents, unable to convince the local utility, which was owned by investors, to build lines to serve them. They claimed it simply wasn't profitable to provide service to such sparsely-populated areas. 

The formal construction of these rural electric lines began in the summer of 1937. On January 1, 1938, the first 122 miles of line were energized. Approximately 400 members received power to their homes and farms for the first time. The name Hendricks County Rural Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) was adopted, as the cooperative slowly grew. 

Job Description

The major responsibilities include providing assistance to the HR department including:

• Benefits and the open enrollment process and wellness program.
• Handling workers compensation claims and required recordkeeping.
• Maintaining accurate I-9’s.
• Issuing FMLA paperwork.
• Performing as a designated employer representative for the department of transportation (DOT) requirements and maintaining compliance with DOT/CDL (commercial driver’s license) requirements.
• Assisting in the hiring process and onboarding of new employees and arranging meetings and registrations for conferences. 
• Assisting with the cooperative’s payroll process, associated tax reports and filings, including yearly W-2’s and ACA 1094/1095 filing.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:                                                                                  

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (Business Administration, Human Resources Management, etc.) but not required.  Will consider experience in the HR field in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of or experience with processing payroll and payroll laws a plus.
• Knowledge of fundamental human resource practices including but not limited to employee personnel files, workers compensation, FMLA, I-9s, HR legal responsibilities, benefits, onboarding, hiring, and employee policies preferred. 
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification or ability to obtain.

Personal & Position Qualifications:

• Must have the physical ability to work inside a deadline-oriented office environment and sit for extended periods of time and operate computer workstation, interact frequently with others, both in person and through phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English and have strong interpersonal and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management, employees, members, customers, and others.
• Must have a high level of grammar, spelling, and proofreading capabilities.
• Must have a high level of math skills and be able to perform financial and payroll calculations.
• Must have above average detail orientation and ability to ensure accuracy of information for self.
• Must be able to work effectively daily, with patience and respect, with a variety of individuals.
• Must be able to work, organize and manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Must be highly organized and able to meet project deadlines.
• Must have ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have excellent computer skills and exposure to various software.

Additional Information

Interested and potentially qualified applicants apply at:

https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/WabashValleyPowerAlliance/hendricks-power

Must include resume and cover letter. No Phone Calls Please.  Deadline to apply is November 24, 2023.  If you have questions, you may email humanresources@hendrickspower.co