Job Description

Description

Hennepin County\'s Environment and Energy department is seeking an Administrative Assistant, Intermediate. This position will provide administrative support to the Solid Waste and Energy division by providing oversight to expenditures of the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) operating company that are \xe2\x80\x9cpassed through\xe2\x80\x9d to Environment and Energy (E&E). This position reviews and recommends approval of operations/maintenance and capital expense invoices submitted to E&E by the operator.

Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at HERC located at 505 6th Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55405, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, with typical hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.

About the position type:

This is a full-time, benefit earning position. You must be a employee of the Environment and Energy department to apply for this position. Limited duration employees not eligible.

This position is internally classified as an Administrative Assistant, Intermediate.
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In this position, you will:

• Review and monitor all business transactions related to operating the waste-to-energy facility and confers with the operator about allowable pass-through expenditures and advises the operator of the requirements of the Management, Operation, and Maintenance Agreement (MOMA) between the operator and E&E.
• Track relevant metrics of facility operation, tracks physical inventory, reconciles hourly electrical revenue, manages renewable energy credit contracts and transactions, and manages construction and maintenance projects.
• Interacts daily with the operator through attendance and participation in meetings related to work orders, project management, outage management, and facility operations.
• Oversee Accounts Payable Purchase orders, Requisitions, and Payments related to the facility.
• Review of Request for Proposals (RFP) responses, technical recovery plan review, approval of purchase orders over $5,000, and other tasks related to the operation of the facility.
• Aid with HERC tours, odor patrol, and special projects.
• Provide administrative support to the Hennepin County Energy Center, review and prepare RFPs, and contract preparation and administering.

Need to have:

• One of the following:

• Six or more years of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.
• Bachelor\'s degree or higher in environmental education, environmental studies, education, communications, public relations, psychology and behavior science, public administration, or other field appropriate to the position and two years or more of experience in general administrative work relating to the management of departmental/organizational operations or in a specialty area appropriate to the position.
• A valid driver\'s license and the ability to obtain a

.
Nice to have:

• Experience:

• Creating contracts in APEX and reports for various audiences.
• Researching, reviewing, researching, and making determinations on policies and procedures.
• Budgeting and financial planning.
• Drafting and developing plans for program modifications and implementation.
• Using Microsoft Office Suite and/or other similar applications to create reports, spreadsheets, presentations, etc.
• Providing business and technical support to staff.
• Developing, implementing, and administering training to staff.
• Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Perform general administrative work.
• Investigate and resolve complaints.
• Read and interpret policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices relating to the management of department operations.
• Policy and procedure recommendations and implementations related to solid waste ordinances.

About the department:
The Environment and Energy department protects and preserves the environment to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. We engage communities to develop and enact sustainable solutions. We focus on reducing and responsibly managing waste, protecting and preserving ecosystems, delivering clean energy and promoting environmental stewardship.

About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at - select Guest option.

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

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Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.
Final candidates will be required to complete a background check.

Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department

612-348-7855

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed - not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can\'t - including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

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If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) Information about the impact of job changes on benefits can be found .

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