Position Summary: Under the direction of the designated supervisor, maintains office building, shops and grounds facilities and provides warehouse and material handling support for the operational needs of McKenzie Electric Cooperative (MEC).

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by the CEO or direct supervisor.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent; or up to one-month related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses: Completion of Forklift License Program. A valid ND Class A commercial driver’s license is required.
Knowledge:

• Understanding of OSHA regulations.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment
• Ability to operate power equipment.
• Skilled in properly and safely working with general custodian and facility repair equipment and tools.
• Recognize and diagnose facility problems for repairs.
• Familiar with heating and air conditioning systems.
• Experience with lawn care, horticulture, and irrigation of growing plants. Knowledge of underground sprinkler systems and maintenance.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding complete instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, or sit. Works outside with great physical exertion requiring upper body strength and stamina. The employee will routinely lift and/or move a minimum of fifty pounds, occasionally heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing consistent with Department of Transportation regulations.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Obtains copy of shipping order and transports product to and from designated areas in the facility.
• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
• Positions forks, lifting platform or other lifting device under, over or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products or materials and transports load to designated area.
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device
• Weighs materials or products and records weight on tags, labels or production schedules.
• Loads or unloads materials onto or off of pallets, skids or lifting device. Overhead lifting of 50# bags by hand, common.
• Lubricates truck, recharges batteries, fill fuel tank or replaces liquefied gas tank.
• Maintains, repairs, and provides upkeep to all facilities of McKenzie Electric. These facilities include office buildings, shops, and grounds facilities. Support at other facilities or locations may be requested. General responsibilities include regularly cleaning of the facilities., provide for timely repair of facilities. as required; regularly inspects buildings and grounds as needed for repairs; and coordinating and ensuring adequate repairs for the upkeep of the facilities.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance within the facilities including, replacing and cleaning of fixtures and lamps; maintaining security lightings within the grounds; painting of trim on buildings, shop benches and other minor painting projects; cleaning of drains and sumps in shops when needed; building and installing shelves in buildings; adjusts all time clocks for outside lights, etc. when necessary; and performing other minor repairs to facilities as required.
• Provides landscaping maintenance and care to lawns, trees, and plants. This includes but is not limited to mowing lawns; maintaining the sprinkling system for lawn and plants; cultivating plants and trees; trimming and pruning trees; spray for insects and weeds; cleaning trash from trees and ditch and overseeing approved landscaping projects.
• Provides general janitorial services including, maintaining a clean driveway and parking lots; keeps sidewalks around building clean from snow and dirt; cleaning of windows when needed; assist with the cleaning of shops and grounds; maintaining restroom facilities, maintaining all vacuum cleaners; maintaining an adequate inventory of cleaning supplies; installing and taking down of snow fences and Christmas decorations and if applicable overseeing designated contract services.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
• May provide support or assist with contracted outside services as it relates to the upkeep and maintenance of MEC facilities.
• Maintains lay down areas. May transport or move material.
• Requires operation of various pieces of mobile and power equipment.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with the MEC building management plan.
• Attends and participates in training programs for the improvement of job knowledge, skill, and safety.
• Assists in preparing for Cooperative functions.
• As directed, assists in receiving, issuing, and warehousing of materials to meet operational needs.
• Assists with periodic and annual material inventory counts.
• Maintains a certification of first aid, CPR and other life saving techniques and performs these techniques as necessary to ensure that prompt attention is given during emergencies.
• As directed, provides assistance to other departments. This includes helping mechanic with delivering and moving vehicles to work on.

Competencies:

• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; · reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Operations Manager, provides prompt, courteous and accurate service to members.  Coordinates planned outages and other operating information in support of operations personnel and provides administrative/clerical services to the Operations Department.

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified.  The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager/CEO or the Direct Supervisor.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or tech school preferred; one to two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses: A valid ND Class D driver’s license is required.

Knowledge: Basic understanding of how PC based Window’s software operates.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will routinely lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. 

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Organizes works orders received from engineering.
• Coordinates with electricians as required for job completion.
• Assists with the distribution of meter cans to electricians and members.
• Coordinates deliveries with the warehouse personnel and/or suppliers.
• Communicates with the Assistant Operations Manager when jobs will be worked and when needed, calls members.
• Prepares service orders to energize services
• Processes services orders and completes and/or routes to appropriate personnel as needed.   
• Charges out material ticket jobs for maintenance.
• Processes electrical wiring certificates.   

• Updates member information, work orders and service order information in customer information system.
• Provides clerical and administrative support for the Operations Department.
• Coordinates planned outages between Engineering Services and Operations Departments and front office staff.
• Responds to member, developer, contractor or electrician questions concerning service installations/inquiries, schedule appointments, receive and process inspections and update computer records as required.
• Researches and responds to general member questions and concerns and direct phone calls to appropriate personnel as needed to answer inquiries. 
• Responds to requests for underground cable locates, contacts North Dakota One-Call for MEC locates and for updating the One-Call database and coordinates joint trench projects.
• As directed, accumulates and processes data through appropriate reporting method on a timely basis, including work order activity, outage incidents and restoration information, meter reports, maintenance records and other Operation activities.
• Provides general administration support, including filing, copying, image scanning and file management of related documents.
• As needed, provides general administration and coordination support of projects between Engineering Services, Operations and Accounting Departments.
• Transmits and receives information over the company radio system with other employees in the field. 
• Provides information and assistance to members in a manner that projects a favorable public impact for the Cooperative. 
• Introduce potential residential and commercial members to the opportunities and benefits of receiving Cooperative services.
• Attends and participates in training programs for improvement of job knowledge, skill and safety.

Competencies:

• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Contract Manager safely and cost-effectively supervises the maintenance, system improvements, and new construction of McKenzie’s distribution systems to meet system reliability, service standards, and member needs. This includes overseeing all related construction, maintenance and operations activities, including troubleshooting distribution issues, warehouse operations, facilities, and fleet maintenance to successfully achieve desired goals and objectives in terms of safety, quality, resource optimization, and efficiency of the distribution system.

Responsibilities and Key Duties: The following responsibilities and key duty statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified. The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: High school diploma; five-plus years of utility line person experience and four-plus years of experience working in electric utility operations and three years plus supervisor/management experience in a utility service operation; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses: A valid ND Class A driver’s license.

Knowledge:
▪ Must have an understanding of budgeting methods, including managing and tracking activities and costs within target budget levels.
▪ Basic understanding of how PC based Window’s software operates.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk or sit. May works outside with great physical exertion requiring upper body strength and stamina. The employee may be required to climb poles and may be exposed to the risk of high precarious places up to 55 feet or more, installing line materials and equipment and may occasionally work in awkward positions requiring lower body strength. The employee may lift and/or move a maximum of 50 pounds, occasionally heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds. Will occasionally work with or near energized lines and with equipment requiring safe work habits and performed in accordance with established work procedures and specifications to avoid electric shock and injury. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Emergency work and irregular work hours are conditions of this position. Must be available for scheduled after-hour call-outs. This position is subject to work in adverse weather elements/hazards conditions such as high temperatures, ice storms, outages, etc. and is subject to work-related hazards while performing the job. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing consistent with Department of Transportation regulations.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

MEC Facilities
• Manages MEC’s facilities, buildings and grounds ensuring positive public image and compliance with applicable laws and MEC policy
• Manages contracts and contractors related to MEC facilities, i.e. ongoing service contracts, cleaning crews, electricians, plumbers, etc.
• Preventative maintenance for MECs buildings, mechanical and electrical systems and maintenance equipment
• Orders items for MEC related to cleaning and upkeep up facilities
• Manage Material Safety Data Sheets and provide them to Safety Manager
• Plans and develops special projects involving building and grounds
• Operates, programs, keys and maintains all lock and security systems (manages MEC’s keys)
• Establishes an annual facility calendar to ensure all required activities are complete, annual plan should also sync up with MEC events
• Responsible for establishing and adhering to annual facilities/grounds maintenance budget.

Warehouse and Facility Functions:
▪ Supervises warehouse including working collaboratively with necessary stakeholders to determine and maintain the most economical and adequate levels of materials and equipment to assure an uninterrupted flow of materials for daily work by cooperative employees, outside contractors and for use in emergency situations.
▪ Directly responsible for warehouse personnel.
▪ Responsible for material purchases in order to maintain adequate working stock levels. Communicates warehouse stocking plan, provides updates on overall status of warehouse to management.
▪ Assists with budgeting and forecasting of material supply. Responsible for annual inventory update and inventory budgeting. Communicates any major changes to normal stocking levels.
▪ Coordinates with Engineering and Construction to ensure adequate material is available to support MEC projects. 
▪ Ensures that material issues and returns are documented and recorded in the inventory system necessary for work order accounting.
▪ Responsible for continually improving warehousing, this includes warehouse and yard organization, labeling, barcoding, use of technology, ensuring material and name plate data are accurately captured/logged in system, and staging kitting.
▪ Responsible for continuing programs of analysis for new materials, supplies, and equipment and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, price, continuity, and delivery.
▪ MEC point of contact for vendors and suppliers, works to resolve warehousing material concerns, leads and/or assists with bidding of material, assesses supplier performance to maintain member focus.
▪ Reviews and reconciles completed work orders with special attention paid to units affecting the Continuing Property Record (CPR). Prepares material sheets to reflect inventory items used on each project.

Fleet Maintenance Function:
▪ Direct oversight of MEC Mechanic
▪ Assists with coordinating outside fleet support/contractors, assesses level of service and ensures MEC is receiving adequate value
▪ Responsible for overall fleet maintenance program
▪ Responsible for maintaining current condition of MEC fleet, responsible for maintaining long range vehicle and mobile equipment plan, assists with annual budgeting for fleet and fleet maintenance,
▪ Works closely with Operations Manager to maintain a high availability of MEC fleet
▪ Supervises the maintenance of all Cooperative vehicles and construction equipment and supervises and directs all functions of the automotive service shop.
▪ Oversees and reviews vehicle maintenance and expense records. Maintains familiarity with computer procedures and instructions regarding assigned applications.
▪ Recommends maintenance schedules and the replacement of cooperative vehicles and construction equipment to ensure effective and efficient operations.

Construction, Maintenance, and Operations Functions:
▪ May provide assistance to the Operations Manager during absences.
▪ Assist with storm recovery and supports as necessary other outage restoration activities.
▪ Works closely with Operations department to ensure all aspects to ensure material supply and fleet availability.
▪ Completes operations projects as they are assigned.
▪ May conduct field observations.
▪ Review construction, work orders and work plans and make recommendations concerning inventory levels and other factors affecting the Cooperative’s ability to provide timely and cost-effective service to the members.
▪ Researches and recommends changes to improve overall operations.
▪ Assists the Operations Manager in developing, communicating, adopting and establishing relevant and effective work rules in compliance with union contract.’
▪ Assists in the preparation of an annual operating budget for all aspects of construction, operations, maintenance, warehouse operations, fleet maintenance and facilities.
▪ Keeps informed of and abides by all cooperative policies, procedures, programs and safety rules. Participates in educational training and conferences as needed to maintain progressiveness and knowledge in job related areas. Participates in scheduled safety meetings and first-aid classes and maintains CPR and first-aid certificates.
▪ Works collaboratively with the Operations Manager, Contract Management and Safety Manager and staff to determine priorities and to discuss work status, related problems and solutions of issues and problems at staff meetings and on a one to one basis.
▪ As required, responds to member inquiries and maintains good positive working relationship with members by providing prompt, courteous and reliable service.
▪ Consistent with McKenzie’s Safety Management Programs, develops and encourages safe behaviors, work practices and conditions for all Cooperative employees. Assists Cooperative Safety Coordinator with investigations of employee accidents and prepares reports of personnel injuries, accidents and possible property damage claims. Studies and reviews accident reports and determines remedial or preventative actions.
▪ Promotes, develops and maintains good morale and team spirit by appropriate delegation, coaching and counseling, performance appraisals and recognition of achievements and safety meetings.
▪ Maintains the confidentiality of any information he/she encounters.
▪ In support of the vision and direction of the General Manager/CEO, develops and maintains a positive, constructive and supporting working relationship with employees.

Competencies:
▪ Strong leadership aptitude
▪ Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
▪ Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
▪ Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
▪ Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
▪ Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
▪ Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
▪ Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
▪ Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
▪ Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
▪ Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
▪ Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
▪ Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
▪ Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
▪ Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
▪ Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
▪ Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
▪ Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
▪ Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the System Planning and Reliability Manager, responsible for maintaining and improving the reliability and integrity of the electrical, transmission, substation, and distribution system, within the scope of his/her training and certification in a safe and efficient manner within accepted McKenzie Electric Cooperative (MEC) and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) operations standards.

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified.  The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager/CEO or Direct Supervisor.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering desired; Bachelor Degree in some Engineering Discipline required; 5+ years’ experience in a highly responsible engineering capacity responsible for the improvements of electrical transmission, substation and distribution facilities, desired.

Knowledge:

• Ability to maintain a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationships with members, director, managers, supervisors, fellow employees, representatives of other utilities, outside consultants and the public.
• Knowledge of RUS construction specifications, National Electrical Safety Code, OSHA regulations and National Electric Code
• Proficient in the use of WindMil Engineering Analysis, Excel, Microsoft Word and AutoCAD
• Ability to make decisions within established precedent and with limited supervision
• Personal characteristics shall include integrity, motivations, positive professional image, courtesy and good attendance.

Abilities & Skills:  Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and written, with the capability to effectively teach, mentor, and coach personnel to achieve desired performance.  Must relate well with all types of people and have the ability to listen, as well as to present and explain circumstances and results.  Must be able to handle confidential information and gain the respect of others.  Must be able to positively represent the Cooperative and effectively communicate with and to the general public.  Must have the technical aptitude to logically and objectively evaluate obstructions and impediments to plans and programs, make rational independent decision, and develop reasonable solutions to problems.  Must have, or be able to acquire, sufficient technical knowledge to understand and relate government regulations and safety issues to achieve the requirements of the position.  Must have a general understanding of utility applied technology to proficiently utilize technology applications in support of the department’s and Cooperative’s objectives and requirements.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of an organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands:

Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions and temperature changes. Some overnight travel to industry trade shows and training conferences is required.

Frequent physical activity to include walking, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting in excess of 25 pounds, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, crawling, pushing, and pulling. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in company vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.

Must be able to communicate clearly for work and safety compliance. The noise level in the work environment may range for moderate to loud.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Develops short and long range load projections and plans as required to maintain/improve the reliability and integrity of the electrical, transmission, substation and distributions system.
• Determines fuse coordination and CT/PT data for engineering and operation personnel and assist in resolving problems related to these areas.
• Works with consultants to design transmission and substation facilities.
• Works with engineering and operations staff to design electrical distribution facilities as required to provide service to all MEC members.
• Directly responsible for the MEC Outage Management System. 
• Analyzes and reviews system operational data, provides periodic updates on system performance, provides direction on areas of improvement to sustain high reliability.
• Addresses membership service concerns.
• Develops and provides budget information for recommended electrical system improvements and modifications.
• Acts as a resource and provides technical expertise for/to other departments to resolve electrical system problems and recommends corrective action.
• Acts as a liaison between Power Suppliers, Large Power Members, Agencies and MEC concerning system growth and reliability.
• Prepares 1,3,or 5 year construction work plans.
• Performs annual transmission, substation and distribution system studies/analysis (voltage drops, coordination studies, capacitor placements, Arc Flash Hazard Analysis, etc.).
• Assists the System Planning and Reliability Manager in supervision of  mapping system to ensure MEC’s mapping is kept up to date for engineering, operations and the management team for planning and responding to member requests and concerns.
• Responsible to establish weekly meeting to keep all departments up to date on system planning and reliability issues.
• Works as part of a team for the development, preparation and maintenance of MEC’s Mapping System, related database file and software.
• Establish a work order data base to assist staking engineers with work order history for more efficient future design.
• Develops engineering information for lean applications.
• Calculates cost of service, large power minimums and contractual requirements.
• Investigates and recommends standards for construction and application of electrical equipment and recommends new products material and equipment.
• In conjunction with the Operations Manager, Manager of Engineering Services and the Chief Operating Officer, provides leadership support in responding to emergency restoration and storm damage.
• Owner of MEC SCADA system.  Responsible for the operations of and maintenance on the MEC SCADA system. 
• Performs all responsibilities in accordance with MEC’s Policies and Operating Procedures, National Electric Safety Code, National Electrical Code, RUS Standards and OSHA Regulations.
• Other Duties as assigned by the System Planning and Reliability Manager.

Competencies:

• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Manager of Engineering Services, responsible for and/or participates in power system design and maintenance activities including project design and management, transmission and distribution system planning, developing equipment specifications and budgeting. Collaborates with other members of the engineering department to ensure that the systems used to serve the membership of McKenzie Electric are safe, efficient and reliable.

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified. The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by the CEO or the Manager of Engineering Services.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution desired; Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering Discipline required; five years’ experience with a transmission/distribution utility in an engineering capacity desired.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of RUS construction specifications, National Electrical Safety Code, OSHA regulations and National Electric Code
• Proficient or the ability to become proficient in the use of WindMil Engineering Analysis, ASPEN Modeling, Microsoft Project, Excel, Microsoft Word and AutoCAD
• Basic electrical engineering theory knowledge and a general understanding of its application.

Abilities & Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and written, with the capability to effectively teach, mentor, and coach personnel to achieve desired performance. Must relate well with all types of people and have the ability to listen, as well as to present and explain circumstances and results. Must be able to handle confidential information and gain the respect of others. Must be able to positively represent the Cooperative and effectively communicate with and to the general public. Must have the technical aptitude to logically and objectively evaluate obstructions and impediments to plans and programs, make rational independent decision, and develop reasonable solutions to problems. Must have, or be able to acquire, sufficient technical knowledge to understand and relate government regulations and safety issues to achieve the requirements of the position. Must have a general understanding of utility applied technology to proficiently utilize technology applications in support of the department’s and Cooperative’s objectives and requirements. Personal characteristics shall include integrity, motivations, positive professional image, courtesy and good attendance.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands:
Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions and temperature changes. Some overnight travel to industry trade shows and training conferences is required.
Frequent physical activity to include walking, bending, lifting up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting in excess of 25 pounds, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, crawling, pushing, and pulling. May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in company vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.
Must be able to communicate clearly for work and safety compliance. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Maintains MEC’s short and long-range load projections and plans as required to maintain/improve the reliability and integrity of the electrical, transmission, substation and distributions system.
• Assists in overseeing overall planning of facilities including load growth and overall system design
• Aides in the Maintenance of the SCADA and communication systems and works with other members of the engineering department to make improvements and updates to those systems.
• Oversees the review and planning and modeling of transmission projects.
• Oversees substation engineering projects and MEC’s project management
• Establishes regeneration specifications, considerations and requirements and communicates these plans as needed.
• With assistance from outside consultants as necessary, makes updates to the long-range plan.
• Manages the asset management system.
• Assists with distribution modeling.
• Oversees substation record drawing updates.
• Manages the transmission and substation design guide and completes periodic reviews and updates as necessary.
• Assists in providing training to personnel to ensure that applications and installations are understood.
• Develops and provides budget information for recommended electrical system improvements and modifications
• Acts as a resource and provides technical expertise for/to other departments to resolve electrical system problems and recommends corrective action.
• Assists in performing annual transmission, substation and distribution system studies/analysis (voltage drops, coordination studies, capacitor placements, Arc Flash Hazard Analysis, etc.)
• Works as part of a team for the development, preparation and maintenance of MEC’s transmission, substation and distribution systems.
• Investigates and recommends standards for construction and application of electrical equipment and recommends new products including material and equipment.
• Is available to support emergency electricity restoration and storm damage repairs.
• Performs all responsibilities in accordance with MEC’s Policies and Operating Procedures, National Electric Safety Code, National Electrical Code, RUS Standards and OSHA Regulations.

Competencies:

• Ability to maintain a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with members, director, managers, supervisors, fellow employees, representatives of other utilities, outside consultants and the public.
• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Ability to make decisions within established precedent and with limited supervision

Position Summary: Under the Substation and Metering Manager, performs and oversees the installation, testing, maintenance and operation of substation equipment, control devices, regulators and other protective equipment and apparatus devices to ensure safe, reliable, quality of distribution power for McKenzie Electric Cooperative (MEC) members. Performs work according to established maintenance, operation and environmental plans to meet system integrity standards and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified. The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience: Participation in a qualified substation maintenance course equal to an associate degree; proven ability to apply electrical theory. Eight years’ experience in electrical construction and maintenance preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certifications/Licenses: An ideal candidate may preferably hold a journeyman electrician’s license and/or completed a approved Lineman apprenticeship program. A valid ND Class A commercial driver’s license is required.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code and OSHA regulations.
• Skills and knowledge to test and calibrate single and three phase meters.
• Familiar with relaying, oil analysis, RUS specifications and materials. System knowledge and interconnection agreements.
• Must be proficient in the use of various electrical and electrical testing equipment.
• Proficient with substation maintenance and operations, safe operation of transmission and distribution system.
• Ability to utilize a variety of technical based software.
• Must have ability to diagnose and proceed with necessary repairs and maintain varied and complex electric equipment.
• Completion of Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) switching procedures.
• Basic understanding of how PC based Window’s software operates.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as schematic diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will routinely lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Primary responsibility is to perform the maintenance and operation of substation and switching stations on MEC’s system; this includes installing, calibrating, testing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining substation equipment and line devices including but not limited to: electronic reclosers, oil circuit reclosers (OCR), capacitors, regulators, any and all control devices. Maintains and repairs OCRs, regulators and other such devices by performing tests and repairs as directed or required.
• Responsible for performing the operations for installing, relocating, repairing or removing distribution protective equipment and associated devices, capacitors and related equipment and supports.
• As required, handles the arrangements preliminary to the execution of field work, such as reviewing work order specifications, planning execution of work, coordinating with crews, seeing that materials are requisitioned and transported to project sites, arranging for clearances, de-energizing lines, operating switches or disconnects, grounding lines or equipment and observing that protective devices are used.
• Establishes maintenance, operations and environmental plans to maintain, test and replace substation and sectionalizing equipment and other electrical apparatus devices on the electrical system.
• Documents, organizes and maintains related maintenance records as required, including maintaining a complete electronic record system of all work performed and all adjustments, tests, repairs, changes and additions made.
• Assists, directs and/or performs new construction on existing and new substations on MEC’s system, coordinating work with Engineering Services and Operations Departments as assigned.
• Assists and performs switching functions along with another qualified representative on transmission and distribution apparatus as directed in compliance with the safe work practices handbook.
• Assists in the resolution of member usage complaints and power quality issues by conducting energy usage and power quality audits as requested.
• Collects metering data and performs voltage surveys per defined plans and data requirements for system monitoring and planning.
• Performs, oversees, directs, trains and/or instructs assigned employees to check or test completed work and to prepare and check prescribed records and reports. To verify that completed work meets company standards and to perform other related work as directed.
• Assists in developing and updating related environmental plans, including periodically reviewing SPCC plans for existing substation and developing new spill plans for new stations.
• Monitors PCB’s oil-based enclosures, if any, within the system. Tests and document oil spills on Cooperative property.
• Supports Cooperative program for disposal of contaminated items as directed and per established environmental requirements.
• Offers recommendations to be used in the planning and development of annual and long term work plans.
• Prepares field reports on pertinent tasks performed. Completes all required change management and other documentation for such activities as compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in the Cooperative’s budgeting process by submitting budget requests and adhering to the budgeting process throughout the year.
• Identifies, recommends and with supervisor approval initiates ordering of required materials, tools and equipment needed to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Upholds inventory management program including maintaining acceptable levels of necessary inventory components, works with supervisor on identifying critical sparing and any other modifications to the inventory.
• Responsible for assigned vehicle, tools and/or test equipment to be kept clean and in good working condition; also responsible for inspections and mileage reports.
• Assures work equipment and areas are in a clean, orderly condition; checks condition of safety equipment; attends scheduled safety meetings; participates in artificial respiration practice, as required; studies construction standards and guides; becomes familiar with safety manuals, rules, policies and special procedures prescribed by MEC; and, to the degree within his/her control, is responsible for the continuous observation and compliance with MEC safety rules, policies and practices.
• As directed, participates in meetings and offers input and ideas to improve safety, work efficiencies and overall improvements to the distribution system.
• Attends and participates in training programs for improvement of job knowledge, skill and safety.
• Responsible for maintaining an organized work schedule to ensure member and cooperative needs are addressed, this includes communicating progress on tasks, coordinating work, and availability to ensure all requirements are complete (i.e. training, outages, projects, etc…).

Competencies:

• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Ability to work with technical programs and software.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: Under direction of the Accounting Manager, responsible for all related activities regarding the accurate recording, posting and accounting of work order charges and property records to plant accounts, as well as providing general support for miscellaneous accounting, member services accounts and administration activities. 

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified.  The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Minimum requirement of an Associate’s degree (A.A.) in accounting or business from a college or university; Bachelor’s degree (B.A) in accounting or business from a four-year college or university preferred; three plus years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses: A valid ND Class D driver’s license is required. 

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of work order accounting, materials and general accounting for electric cooperatives.
• Within reasonable time, must gain an understanding of McKenzie Electric Cooperative’s rates, billing and collection regulations and other service policies and procedures affecting members.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will routinely lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. 

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned.

• Facilitates and processes the closing of work orders. This includes the accurate posting of labor, material and overhead charges; researching and reconciling discrepancies of work order charges; reviewing account numbers, work order numbers and activity codes entered in accounting system; and transferring the work order charges to property records. 
• Regularly reviews recording of material, overhead charges and other costs charged to construction and retirement work orders. 
• On a timely basis, coordinates and processes on-going work order and property record activities within the business/accounting information system, including reconciling construction work in progress and depreciable plant subsidiary ledgers to applicable control accounts.
• Provides administrative support for major infrastructure development of the MEC electrical system.
• Reviews and completes tasks in the service order workflow.
• In collaboration with Engineering, prepares reports related to construction and retirements of work order activities, including outstanding open work orders, closed work order charges by accounts, charges of work orders in progress by accounts and lists of completed work orders for inspection and loan requisitions.
• Maintains the ledger of units of property in plant accounts.
• As directed, assists in the month-end closeout process, including general ledger reconciliation and various account analyses and reports. 
• Prepares and sends bills for labor and material charges; codes monthly bills.
• As directed, provides general support to accounting function, including coordinating and maintaining accounts receivable ledger as it relates to plant and operations, miscellaneous accounts payable ledger and any related supporting schedules.
• Assists with deposit management and reconciliation of bank accounts.
• Assists with tracking property insurance claims and properly applying payments.
• Assists with maintaining files and tracking property tax assessments on the Cooperative’s property asset records.
• Assists in the recording of materials issued to work order and maintenance jobs within the business/accounting information system.
• Assists with material inventory administration including receiving and tracking of packing slips for material purchased, coding of material invoices and preparing reports for the analysis of physical inventory.
• Prepare and distribute monthly inventory reports and assist with researching and resolving any material discrepancies.
• As needed answers phone calls and transmits and receives information over the dispatch radio system.
• Assists with the coordination of the vehicle analysis program.
• As directed, prepares various monthly and yearly reports. 
• Attends and participates in training programs for improvement of job knowledge, skill and safety.

Competencies:

• Follows policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; works with ethics and integrity.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Manages difficult or emotional member situations; responds promptly to member needs; solicits member feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance.
• Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to new and to others’ ideas.
• Speaks and writes clearly and informatively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings.
• Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continually build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Treats people with respect in actions and speech; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time effectively; sets and achieves challenging goals.
• Adapts to changes in work environment; manages competing demands.
• Volunteers readily; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Maintains and promotes a positive, professional attitude.
• Views the Cooperative as a unit of interdependent functions and assists when needed.
• Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Position Summary: This position assists with planning, developing, implementing and administering all personnel programs. This includes recruiting and retention, compensation and benefits, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, labor relations, payroll administration, worker's compensation, and employee training and benefits education programs. This position will report to the Human Resources Manager, and will act in a confidential capacity to other management personnel. The position uses independent judgement to suggest changes to ensure compliance with established laws, policies, plans, collective bargaining agreements, and organizational objectives.

Responsibilities and Competencies: The following responsibilities and competency statements are essential functions of this position and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job function. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities of personnel so classified.  The person in this position may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties are as assigned:

• Provides administrative assistance to the HR Manager.
• The Human Resources Assistant shall carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position in conformity with established policies and procedures.
• Responsible for following MEC’s document retention policy and organizing and maintaining hard and electronic confidential files.
• This person is encouraged to use initiative and judgment in making decisions, remembering that the Cooperative’s best interests can be affected by his/her actions. She/he should feel free to make suggestions for the improvement of operations and efficiency.
• This position shall secure the approval of the Human Resources Manager in making decisions when policies are not clear or adequate, or require interpretation.
• Assists in administering the wage and salary plan for all employees, assists the HR Manager with the annual performance appraisal process.
• Monitors developments in privacy law and ensures the cooperative’s ongoing compliance. This includes conducting periodic audits, as assigned by the HR Manager, to ensure the cooperative is complying with the law.
• Attends supervisor and management meetings to contribute to management discussion and insight.
• Completes annual, quarterly and monthly reports for the Cooperative.
• Assists the HR Manager with benefits administration
• Assists the HR Manager with devising and editing job descriptions, recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
• Audits timesheets and overtime; ensures employees and managers are following policies, practices, and the collective bargaining agreements related to timekeeping.
• Maintains confidential files and remains objective and respectful of MEC’s duty to its membership.
• Assists with the development and management of MEC’s training program.  Maintains records of employee training and manages applicable database. 
• Assists with administering the worker’s compensation program.
• Assists in researching, developing, and maintaining human resource related policies and procedures as needed.
• Work with Safety Coordinator in conjunction with OSHA requirements compliance.
• Assists in planning employee events and activities around the office intended to create a culture where employees are valued and appreciated while encouraged to maintain open communication, professionalism and strive to serve the membership.
• Work directly with staff, when directed by the HR Manager, to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters.
• Works directly with the Human Resources Manager and other management personnel regarding bargaining strategy for union negotiations.
• Assists in coordinating employee communications and training programs.
• Ensures complaints, disputes and grievances are reported to the HR Manager; maintains confidentiality with said items.
• May assist in conducting stay and exit interviews and analyzing data to make recommendations to the HR Manager.
• Assists with receiving and submitting invoices for the HR department.

Qualifications: Candidate should demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, high level of integrity, ability to work in a confidential capacity regarding employee information and labor relations, and favorable attitude and be capable of communicating with the public and employees. Must be able to maintain good employee and member relations by promoting harmony and the Cooperative’s ideals. Must relate well to all kinds of people, both inside and outside the organization, use diplomacy and tact. Ability to work with sensitive information and document management.  Has functional and technical knowledge and skill to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.

Education/Experience: Associates Degree is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience in a human resources support role and/or experience of increasing secretarial or office administration responsibility is preferred. Must be proficient in computer application software programs, including but not limited to MS Office, Excel, Power Point. Must obtain valid North Dakota driver’s license and maintain good driving record. Will be required to maintain the highest level of confidentiality of information.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, policy and procedure manuals, and collective bargaining agreements. Ability to write  reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of members or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

Physical Demands: Must be able to thrive in typical office environment, when the majority of the time is spent in a sitting position. Must be physically and mentally able to safely function in all aspects of this position and be of the highest integrity, with personal habits above reproach.