Administrative Services Coordinator

Description

Do you thrive behind the scenes, making sure the right details are handled, the right people are informed, and the right processes stay on track? East Central Energy (ECE) is looking for an Administrative Services Coordinator to support executive leadership, board governance, project coordination, and government affairs efforts. If you’re organized, proactive, and take pride in doing things the right way, we encourage you to apply!

Why You'll Love Working at ECE

• Values-Driven Culture: Built on Respect, Integrity, Courage, and Humility, we foster innovation, accountability, and empowered decision-making to help you succeed. 
• Competitive Pay: Starting wage range of $27.00 - $30.03 hourly, based on your relevant education and experience.
• Outstanding Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical with employer contributions to an HSA, dental, vision, STD, LTD and more—including tuition reimbursement and employee assistance programs. 
• Future-Ready: Build your financial security with a 401(k)-plan featuring up to a 10% employer contribution. 
• Rest and Renewal: Receive 40 hours of PTO after your first 8-hour workday, with additional PTO accrued weekly based on years of service, in addition to 10 paid holidays.
• Community Focused: Be part of a cooperative that actively supports local initiatives and strengthens the communities we serve.

A Day in the Life

• Administrative Support: You’ll coordinate meetings, support executive team members, and help keep key document review processes organized and on track. You’ll also serve as backup to the Executive Administrator when needed. 
• Board Coordination: You’ll support Board of Directors meetings and events, maintain official records and life-of-the-cooperative documentation, and process director expenses and education records. 
• Project Support: You’ll help keep projects moving by maintaining the project database, capturing updates, scheduling meetings, and tracking action items.
• Government Affairs & Advocacy: You’ll coordinate legislative visits, communicate with public officials, track cooperative legislative efforts, and support participation in PAC programs.
• Election Coordination: You’ll manage the annual director nomination and election process, ensuring everything is handled fairly and in compliance with bylaws and board policies.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: High school diploma plus at least two years of administrative experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Skills: Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and maintain confidentiality. Applies critical thinking and sound judgement to solve problems and anticipate needs. Comfortable using Microsoft 365 and standard business systems.

Additional Details

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., based at the Braham, MN Headquarters building. 
• Hybrid Option: This position offers a hybrid work arrangement after a training period. 
• Equal Opportunity Employer: ECE embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value the unique perspectives and experiences they bring.

Apply by 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 2, to start your journey with East Central Energy!