EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT
A unique opportunity to live where you work! Lake Region Electric Cooperative (LREC), located in the lakes country of west-central Minnesota, is a member-owned electric utility serving more than 28,000 member-consumers in the counties of Otter Tail, Wilkin, Grant, Douglas, Clay and Becker. We have an opportunity for a full-time (30hrs or more, 5 days per week) executive communications assistant in our Pelican Rapids, MN office.
This position is responsible for providing detailed, confidential, and deadline driven executive support to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors. Effectively captures the message and importance of the CEO’s voice in developing and executing communications content, ensuring consistency and mission alignment. Engages as a member of Administrative Services in internal and external communication, events and meeting planning and execution in support of strategic goals and overall mission.
- Communicates on behalf of the CEO with Board members, cooperative leaders and external constituents on matters related to strategic initiatives.
- Exercises impeccable discretion, confidentiality and judgement; exhibits comfort and confidence working with stakeholders, representing the CEO and cooperatives mission.
- Prepares cooperative strategy driven communications, documents, and presentations in the CEO’s voice for a variety of special projects and initiatives, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
- Maintain awareness and comfort of utility and cooperative relevant Legislative and regulatory issues, engaging in professional communications with legislators, on behalf of the CEO.
- Manages calendar/schedule, travel arrangements/logistics and expense reports; and makes recommendations to organize for maximum efficiency.
- Board Relations - Prepares, executes, delivers and publishes critical materials for meetings with the board of directors and other senior audiences, including agendas, presentations and meeting minutes.
- Board Relations - Effectively prepares, combines content, publishes, uploads and communicates with the Board, using Call to Order application software.
Qualifications for the position include:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Associate’s degree is preferred.
- Four years of experience supporting C-Level Executives, preferably with Board governed leadership.
- Advanced technology skills, including Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and WebEx technologies.
- Excellent level of written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, while demonstrating the highest level of customer/client service and response.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with stakeholders, including leaders, staff, board members and external partners.
- Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
- Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment screening which may include a physical examination, drug screening, background check, reference check, and motor vehicle record check as applicable to the position.
LREC offers a competitive wage, benefits package, and paid time off. Questions regarding the position can be directed to HR@lrec.coop. This position will remain open for 30 days or until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the review process will begin right away. Apply and view a full position description by visiting our website at www.lrec.coop/careers.
LREC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Work Location: In person