Smart Electric Power Alliance Hiring for Associate, Human Resources & Operations at Remote Full Time

Description:
The Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) is accelerating the utility transformation to a carbon-free energy system. We collaborate with our members and other clean energy stakeholders to share best practices, educate and solve common challenges. We’re a nonprofit that provides the knowledge, people, and tools for utilities to advance their clean energy progress. SEPA focuses on three Pathways that we believe will have the greatest impact in the pursuit of a carbon-free energy system: Electrification, Grid Integration, and Regulatory & Business Innovation. SEPA is not a trade association, nor an advocacy group. Rather, we deliver information and community for regulators, utilities, and industry to make informed and effective decisions. Our offerings include:

Research

Working Groups

Standards

Data

Facilitation

Education

The salary range for this position is $50,000 – $65,000 with the target being around $60,000 based on location and experience.

Position

The Associate, Human Resources & Operations is a member of the operations team and works directly with the Director, Human Resources to ensure organizational development and growth in accordance with the strategic and annual operating plan. The Associate oversees day-to-day operations, human resources, and administration. The position provides operational assistance as it relates to organizational development, environment, and culture.

Requirements:
Human Resources

Responsible for new hire communication, background checks, onboarding, and new hire orientation.

Serves as the internship coordinator, including responsibility for recruiting students.

Collaborates with the Director, Human Resources to identify areas for developing and sustaining a culture of feedback.

Responsible for coordinating performance management efforts for the organization.

Prepares payroll and ensures timely and accurate submissions are in compliance with applicable laws.

Reviews timesheets and facilitates timesheet changes with employees and supervisors for accurate timesheet submission and reporting.

Facilitates employee off-boarding.

Serves as a 401(k) point of contact for staff and conducts retirement plan audits.

Maintains HRIS system including approving employee changes and updates.

Manages all aspects of human resource administration, including payroll management, administration, and tax management.

Maintains knowledge and compliance of current federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Provides support with employee job description maintenance and updates.

Administers and manages employee benefits. Assists employees with benefits issues, enrolls and terminates employees in all elected benefits.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.

Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.

Collaborates with Director, Human Resources to ensure annual employee benefits enrollment meets organizational goals.

Answers frequently asked questions from employees relative to standard policies, benefits, and hiring processes.

Operations

Responsible for obtaining and maintaining business licenses and state registrations.

Responsible for the maintenance of organizational records with a focus on compliance with internal policies and procedures and external laws and regulations.

Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

1-2 years of non-profit experience in Human Resources

Familiarity with US employment and labor laws and regulations

Familiarity with HRIS systems

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy

Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills

Attributes

Clear, inclusive communicator. You have the ability to communicate with people at all levels. You understand the nuances of appropriate communication for international audiences.

Strong attention to detail. You are deadline-focused and understand the need for a quality product delivered on time. Your impeccable work style sets the standard.

Proactive and self-motivated. You think ahead, anticipate challenges, and take things from start to finish.

Flexible. You are able to adjust to changing priorities and operate effectively in a fluid and fast-paced environment.

Collaborative work style. You possess a style that both complements the efforts and supports the needs of others.

Great listener. You take the time to learn what’s valuable and important to others.

What’s Attractive to the Right Candidate?

Your work will help accelerate our nation’s transformation to a carbon-free electricity system.

You will enjoy working in a collaborative and highly-supportive work environment with a great team of trustworthy and approachable colleagues. You will experience a culture driven by these organizational behaviors:

Adaptability – Be flexible and capable of change to achieve maximum impact.

Innovation – Drive new understanding & methods to grow ambitiously as an organization and as individuals.

Comradery – Work hard and have fun.

Humility – Start with questions, rather than answers. Explore all sides of an issue.

Ownership – Think and act like owners of SEPA. Hold ourselves and each other accountable for our shared success

Transparency – Communicate honestly, frequently, and openly.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

SEPA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is based on personal capabilities and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected class as established by applicable law.

ADA Requirements and Disclaimer

This position description generally indicates the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act expected of an incumbent. This role requires the ability to use standard office equipment and learn new software applications as necessary. This is a largely sedentary role; however, some traveling may be required. This position description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.