Training Center Assistant - Georgia & Alabama (2 positions)

Description

Training Center Assistant - Georgia & Alabama (2 positions)

This posting serves to fill two (2) Training Center Assistant positions as follows:

1. Training Center Assistant – Georgia (GPC)

2. Training Center Assistant – Alabama (APX)

Locations:

• GPC Klondike Training Center, Stonecrest, Georgia

• APC General Services Complex, Power Delivery Training Center, Calera, AL

Job Level: Non-Exempt Grade 7 - SN1 (GA) and SN2 (AL, MS)

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides administrative support to the training functions within Power Delivery Engineering Training. In addition, this position serves to accommodate all events and training classes scheduled by Power Delivery Training or approved customer requests.

This position must efficiently correspond and interface with employees and guests attending classes or events, their management, vendors, and Power Delivery Training staff to ensure clear communication in a high-volume and fast paced environment.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as initial contact for training center by answering Training Center telephones and responding to gate calls from employees and guests attempting to enter facilities.

• Serves as primary contact for STARS including verifying time entries for accuracy and locking time for training staff.

• Maintains Power Delivery Training filing system for accurate record retention of student files.

• Coordinates arrangements for training classes: student reservations, class logistics communications, room set-up, equipment, meals, refreshments, etc.

• Negotiates rates and prepares contracts with motels and caterers.

• Oversees food caterers to assure quality and timely meals, accurate daily meal counts, refreshments, and arrangements for classes and meetings.

• Monitors and orders office supplies and material, such as Section 0 and Memorandum of Agreement booklets, needed for Power Delivery Training.

• Inspects dining facilities and takes necessary action to ensure compliance with health requirements.

• Audits motel and food caterer invoices, resolves billing problems, and prepares invoices for payment for Power Delivery Training.

• Posts compliance posters, Labor Relations Weekly Job Postings, and other required communications.

• Enters class completion in Learning Source as required or ensures accurate entry by HR Direct.

• Serves as Test Proctor for computer-based assessments as needed.

• Processes invoices and i-Expense charges associated with vendors agreements, utilities, and employee expenses.

• Works with peers to ensure customers’ needs are met.

• Supports Supervisors and Manager, as needed, with logistic and administrative needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of accounting procedures

• Knowledge of computer applications

• Knowledge of timekeeping system

• Organizing and prioritizing skills

• Ability to meet critical deadlines, while experiencing numerous interruptions

• Proficiency in written, listening, and oral communication skills

• Commitment to employee success

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Demonstrate Southern Company’s Our Values – Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.

• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record.

• Be a champion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I).

BENEFITS

• Competitive Pay

• Excellent benefits packages which includes:

• Medical and dental coverage

• Defined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit Plan

• Performance-sharing plan

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match

• Bonus opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement

*Please submit an updated resume with your application*

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Job Field: Administrative & Clerical

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Lithonia

Operating Company: Southern Company Services

Other Locations: Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Calera, United States

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Union Covered: No

Work Location(s):

Klondike Training Center - 4826 Klondike Road (4826LITHONIA)

4826 Klondike Road

Lithonia, 30038

Varnons Crew Hdqtrs - GSC 12 - 744 Highway 87 (744CALERA)

744 Highway 87

Calera, 35040

Req ID: SCS2010460