Department Coordinator

At Otter Tail Power, our employees help us to serve the communities we support by producing reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity. Our employees’ impact can take many forms. In this role, the Department Coordinator will be responsible for supporting multiple applications and processes for the System Engineering & Sub Construction team.

Some examples of those activities will include:

• Organize and manage database and substation records for the distribution system.
• Update and manage substation drawings including revision history and delivering drawings to substations.

• Manage calendars and organize meetings for multiple groups.
• Determine and provide administrative needs of the team including stocking office supplies, managing the rubber glove program, supplying safety equipment, purchase card reconciliations, etc.

Qualifications:

We’re seeking candidates with a wide range of skills who are obsessed with supporting a team to assist in executing successfully while aligning with our values: Integrity, Safety, Community, Resourcefulness, Customer Service and People. Some examples of what we’re looking for include:

• High level of organizational skills coupled with excellent communications and team skills.
• Self-starter that enjoys multitasking and interacting with people.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications including proficiency in Microsoft Access.
• Any familiarity with AutoCad LT is very beneficial but not required.
• Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At OTP, we are dedicated to building a workplace that fosters diverse perspectives and skillsets, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
  • Employee stock ownership options
  • Retirement savings fund with employer match
  • Health insurance plan options
• Training – our average employee spends 40-80 hours in training and development each year! This includes safety – one of our 5 values and key to our success – technical, compliance and developmental training.
• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
• Access to mental health support from the experts at The Village Family Service Center.

To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com.  We’ll accept applications through April 7, 2023. Selected candidates will be required to complete a pre-interview assessment.