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Bluestem Electric Cooperative, Inc. is looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our team in Wamego, Kansas.

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for processing all accounts payable and sales/use tax liabilities and maintaining all applicable reports and records. The Accounting Specialist will prepare and enter necessary journal entries and accounting records and perform general ledger account reconciliations.  Additionally, the Accounting Specialist will provide high quality customer service to all consumers/members by professionally responding to requests.

A qualified applicant will be a self-starter, proficient in various computer software programs including Microsoft Word & Excel, and will be knowledgeable of basic accounting procedures.  A high school diploma or GED is required and post-secondary education in accounting and/or bookkeeping is preferred.

This position is eligible for a variety of exceptional benefits, including high-quality medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, company-paid annuity pension plan, 401k, paid time off and paid holidays.

Bluestem Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates please send a cover letter and resume to hr@bluestemelectric.com

Application at www.butler.coop

Contact angie@butler.coop for additional details

CMS Electric Cooperative has an immediate job opening for an accountant position located at our headquarters in Meade, Kansas. Primary accounting responsibilities include but are not limited to general ledger and subsidiary ledger activities and reconciliation, as well as bank reconciliation, accounts payable, sales & use tax liabilities and backup for others within the office. The position will require positive working relationships, personal integrity, confidentiality, and dedication to the cooperative principles and core values.

Applicant must have a thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, double entry accounting, and financial statement preparation and analysis. Applicant should also be a self-starter with advanced problem-solving skills and be able to perform duties with a high level of accuracy. Must also have proficient Microsoft Office and Excel skills.

A high school diploma or GED is required and post-secondary education in accounting and/or bookkeeping is preferred.

CMS Electric Cooperative, Inc. offers a competitive salary and fringe benefits package for this position. The Position is open until filled.

To apply, please e-mail your resume to: Chuck Martin at cmartin@cmselectric.com

CMS Electric Cooperative is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 

EVANS, LIPKA & ASSOCIATES, INC - A Leading Electrical Manufacturing Rep Agency - Has an Immediate Opening for a Sales Engineer in the Kansas and Extreme Western Missouri territory. Minimum of 5 Years Electrical Utility Sales, Engineering and/or Field Experience a Must. Minimal Overnight Travel. Salary, Commission, Bonus, Company Vehicle and Excellent Company Benefits provided.  Candidate must be able to solve problems, set priorities and be a motivated self-starter with good public relations skills. Responsible for achieving sales goals set forth by the company and those manufacturers that we represent. Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with IOU's, REC's, Muni's, Electrical Distributors, Electrical Contractors and Engineering Firms. Candidate should possess a thorough knowledge of the electrical utility industry structure. Please submit resume to Al Lipka at alipka@evans-lipka.com or send via standard mail to Evans, Lipka & Associates, Attn: Al Lipka, 1920 SW 6th Street, Ste B, Lincoln, NE 68522. All applicants are encouraged to visit our website at www.evans-lipka.com.

Job Classification: Exempt, Full-time

Reporting Relationship: IT Manager

Work Location: Topeka or McLouth, KS

FreeState is the largest rural electric cooperative in Eastern Kansas, with more than 15,000 member-owners. It functions as a democratic, not-for-profit organization. We are controlled by our members who actively participate in setting cooperative policy and making decisions in the best interest of the cooperative. Unlike investor-owned utilities, our profits are returned to our members as capital credits.

FreeState offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) matched savings, and medical, dental and vision insurance paid for at 100% for individual coverage. FreeState also provides a health savings account with an annual generous employer contribution, life insurance, long-term disability, paid time off benefits and so much more. Employees are provided with on-the-job safety training, professional development opportunities and an employee focused work culture.

Each of our positions has a designated salary range. This position's salary range starts at $72,585. Starting wage is based on knowledge, education and experience.

Primary Accountability:

The Electrical Engineer I is responsible for the design, coordination, overcurrent protection, voltage regulation, load balancing, planning, and troubleshooting of the Cooperative's electric power distribution and transmission system.

Essential Duties:

• Maintains acceptable distribution system voltages and capacity through assessment, system improvements, and the application of voltage regulators, capacitors, and reactors as necessary.
• Assures safe, efficient, and reliable transmission, distribution, and substation design for new construction and modifications to existing facilities.
• Conducts system planning studies including load projections and modeling of the distribution system with Milsoft Windmil. This includes keeping an up-to-date winter and summer model.
• Assists in the development of all studies required by RUS (Construction Work Plan, Long Range Plan, Sectionalizing Study, Contingencies Study, etc.).
• Regularly monitors and evaluates distribution equipment inspection sheets and recommends corrective action if necessary.
• Reviews applications for the installation of distributed generation.
• Assists with managing the Cooperative's peak shave generators, solar fields and load management.
• Assists with the prioritization of work plan projects for Staking Technicians and provides updated information to Management.
• Monitors, evaluates, and maintains the cooperative's SCADA system including interpreting data, installing, and specifying system information as necessary.
• Recommends specifications of transformers, regulators, line protection devices, and meters.
• Become familiar with and assist with the cooperative's government UESC contract and processes.
• Assists with the review of completed work orders for compliance with applicable codes and construction practices. If corrective action is needed, documents, distributes and enforces the corrective action.
• Advises and assists management on special equipment in addition to the rebuilding and repair of existing equipment.
• Assists with the coordination and overall integration of engineering projects both internal and external.
• Assists with the review of EL reports before submission to the KCC and other utilities, in accordance with required procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology is required.
• Ability to become knowledgeable in electrical distribution system equipment for the purposes of designing and documenting the new electrical services and system improvements is required.
• Ability to become knowledgeable in electrical construction as it interacts with electric distribution systems is required; Experience with a public utility or rural electric cooperative is preferred.
• Demonstrate a general familiarity and comfort with the computers and standard Microsoft Software.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as well as the ability to gain government clearance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management.
• Demonstrate effective communication to provide proactive customer service and follow-up skills with the ability to maintain a professional relationship with members and staff.

Physical Demands:

• Consistently sits for extended periods of time. Occasionally stands, walks, bends, stoops, squats, lifts, unpacks, and moves up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to perform finger and hand manipulation and perform repetitive motions in order to use a computer keyboard and telephone, as well as other office equipment.
• Ability to read computer screens, mail and talk on the phone.
• Must be able to walk a mile over uneven terrain, and any other requirement associated with power line construction and right-of-way clearing to observe work.

Work Environment:

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment involving both indoor and outdoor activities.
• May be exposed to outside weather conditions such as extreme cold/heat.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• Interaction with staff, vendors, and members.
• Must be able to report to their primary worksite after regular business hours, as soon as possible, in the event of an emergency situation such as electrical outages, inclement weather, etc.
• Ability to travel between offices and attend meetings, trainings, workshops, and seminars, as directed.

How to Apply:

• If you would like to apply for this position, please visit https://freestate.coop/jobs to complete an Application for Employment.

FreeState is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Classification: Full Year, Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Reporting Relationship: IT Manager

Office Locations: McLouth & Topeka, Kansas

Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Hourly Wage: $19.00

Internship requires student to work between 15-20 hours per week during the school year, not to exceed 1,000 hours during the year. Each semester, undergraduate students must be enrolled in and pass at least 12 credit hours. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. Ability to work in 2 hour time blocks at minimum.

Intern Guidelines:

Students who have completed at least one year of college and are enrolled as a full-time student may apply. Must be enrolled full-time in an engineering degree seeking program. Internship will end within three months after graduation.

Primary Accountability:

The Engineer Intern will be responsible for assisting with the design, coordination, overcurrent protection, voltage regulation, load balancing, planning, and troubleshooting of the Cooperative's electric power distribution and transmission system.

Major Duties:

• Assists the Cooperative with ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable transmission, distribution, and substation design for new construction and modifications to existing facilities.
• Assists the Electrical Engineer with maintaining acceptable distribution system voltages and load balancing through assessment, system improvements, and the application of voltage regulators, capacitors, and reactors as necessary.
• Collaborates with the Electrical Engineer to conduct system planning studies including load projections and modeling of the distribution system through power flow software analysis.
• Assists with providing technical expertise to FreeState employees.
• Participates in formulating and enforcing policies, standards and specifications.
• Interprets plans, blue prints, safety orders, and government rules and regulations related to planning and engineering activities.
• Assists with Power Quality investigations.
• Assists with load management and peak shaving generators.
• Assists with Distributive Generation processes and analysis.
• Assists with the development and maintenance of transmission and distribution construction standards and specifications.
• Assists with Work Order Inspections to ensure the construction of work orders complies with construction standards and specifications.
• Assists with meeting the requirements of a Government Utility Privatization Contract.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology is required. Pursuing a degree electrical engineering is preferred.
• Experience with the following computer applications is preferred.
  • AutoCad
  • Milsoft Windmil (or other power flow analysis software)
  • Communication Software (AcSELerator, ProVIEW, Serial/Ethernet Port connection, etc)
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, etc.)
• Desire to learn about all aspects of electrical power distribution including but not limited to substations, transmission lines, analysis equipment, metering, communications, SCADA, etc.
• Desire to develop a working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), National Electric Code (NEC), and RUS construction specifications and procedures.

Physical Demands:

• Consistently sits for extended periods of time. Occasionally stands, walks, bends, stoops, squats lifts, unpacks and moves up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to perform finger and hand manipulation and perform repetitive motions in order to use a computer keyboard and telephone, as well as other office equipment.
• Ability to read computer screens, mail and talk on the phone.
• Must be able to walk a mile over uneven terrain.

Work Environment:

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment involving both indoor and outdoor activities.
• May be exposed to outside weather conditions such as extreme cold/heat.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• Consistent interaction with staff, members, and contractors.
• Under supervision of engineering staff, as assigned.

FreeState is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Classification: Exempt, Full-time

Reporting Relationship: Finance Manager

Who We Are:

FreeState is the largest rural electric cooperative in Eastern Kansas, with more than 15,000 member-owners. It functions as a democratic, not-for-profit organization. We are controlled by our members who actively participate in setting cooperative policy and making decisions in the best interest of the cooperative. Unlike investor-owned utilities, our profits are returned to our members as capital credits.

FreeState offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) matched savings, and medical, dental and vision insurance paid for at 100% for individual coverage. FreeState also provides a health savings account with an annual generous employer contribution, life insurance, long-term disability, paid time off benefits and so much more. Employees are provided with on-the-job safety training, professional development opportunities and an employee focused work culture.

Each of our positions has a designated salary range. This position's salary range starts at $60,643. Starting wage is based on knowledge, education and experience.

Primary Accountability:

The Financial Analyst is responsible for gathering data, organizing information, analyzing historical results, making recommendations, managing bank reconciliations and daily cash, and generating Excel models, presentations and reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the Internal Revenue Service, other regulatory and advisory organizations, and in accordance with financial management techniques and practices appropriate within the industry.

Essential Duties:

• Prepares monthly budget variance reports to department managers, including variance explanations and analysis reporting.
• Prepares and analyzes monthly and year-end comparative financial reports; prepares and provides analysis of current results to prior period and/or budgets.
• Performs cost-benefit and payback analysis with Cooperative management to help make informed business decisions.
• Records ACH payments onto the bank website and FreeState's accounting software.
• Records and maintains daily cash activity and reports excess or shortfall of cash flows.
• Reconciles monthly bank statements.
• Reconciles certain general ledger accounts on a monthly basis which includes member insufficient checks, deposits, and accounts receivable.
• Maintains the bank reconciliation module in FreeState's accounting software.
• Updates the monthly PCA for billing purposes.
• Assists with the annual audit as needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or economics from an accredited university is required.
• 1-2 years of work-related experience is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience with NISC software is preferred.
• Prior banking knowledge is preferred.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, including cost accounting, budgeting and auditing is preferred.
• Knowledge of RUS Uniform System of Accounts is preferred.
• Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Knowledge in computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications.

Physical Demands:

• Consistently sits for extended periods of time. Occasionally stands, walks, bends, stoops, squats lifts, unpacks and moves up to thirty (30) pounds.
• Ability to perform finger and hand manipulation and perform repetitive motions in order to use a computer keyboard and telephone, as well as other office equipment.
• Ability to read computer screens, mail and talk on the phone.

Work Environment:

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an office setting.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• Interaction with staff, vendors and members.
• Must be able to report to their primary worksite after regular business hours, as soon as possible, in the event of an emergency situationsuch as electrical outages, inclement weather, etc.
• Ability to travel between offices and attend meetings, trainings, workshops, and seminars, as directed.

How to Apply:

• If you would like to apply for this position, please visit https://freestate.coop/jobs to complete an Application for Employment.

FreeState is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Classification: Non-exempt, Full-time

Location/Position: McLouth, KS

Salary: $46.29/hr

Who We Are:

FreeState is the largest rural electric cooperative in Eastern Kansas, with almost 15,000 member-owners. It functions as a democratic, not-for-profit organization. We are governed by our members who actively participate in setting cooperative policy and make decisions in the best interest of the cooperative.

FreeState offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) matched savings, and medical, dental and vision insurance paid for at 100% for individual coverage. FreeState also provides a health saving account with a generous employer contribution, life insurance, long-term disability, paid time off benefits and so much more. Employees are provided with on-the-job safety training, professional development opportunities and an employee focused work culture.

Primary Accountability:

The Journeyman Lineman provides manpower, knowledge and workmanship which are necessary to perform job duties for the proper construction, maintenance, and operation of the electric system. This position makes correct application and use of all materials and equipment furnished in order to provide efficient, reliable service to the member in the operation and maintenance of the electric system.

Essential Duties:

• Performs all required construction, maintenance, and operations on energized and non-energized portions of the system without any supervision.
• Assumes the responsibility of the Area Person, as directed, which includes, but is not limited to, line inspections, meter exchanges and readings, re-sagging conductors, replacing anchors by hand, pulling slack guys, right-of-way maintenance, secondary change outs, consumer inquiries and connections, responding to outages and power quality issues, daily ticket assignments, preparing staking sheets for work orders, and billing collections.
• Assists in training and supervision of all Apprentice Linemen and Serviceman.
• Ensures switching operations for maintenance and/or emergencies.
• Operates and applies all circuit and sectionalizing devices and electrical devices used on the system in a proper and safe manner.
• Troubleshoots line deficiencies. Takes corrective measures within the limitations set forth in this job description.
• Performs required work on energized underground transformers and enclosures.
• Placement of poles in and around energized lines.
• Operates and works from the bucket truck on and around energized lines.
• Performs after-hour duty assignments and participates in the Cooperative's "on-call" rotation as directed.

Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Degree in electrical power and distribution or equivalent is preferred.
• Completion of the Merchants Training Program or an approved apprenticeship program is required.
• Have and maintain a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License without an L, Z, or E restriction is required.
• Effective working knowledge of the construction and maintenance of the electric distribution system, including the installation of meters, transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors, sectionalizers, and reclosers is required.
• Extensive understanding of construction specifications and is thoroughly familiar with most phases of distribution line construction, equipment applications, tool application and equipment operations.
• Upon hire, obtainment of Fort Leavenworth access pass is required.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently requires talking, hearing, standing, walking, pulling/pushing, reaching, crawling, squatting, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, lifting, and good hand/finger dexterity.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to fifty (50) pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to one hundred (100) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Limited exposure to chemicals, oil, gasoline and dirt as long as proper Personal Protective Equipment is used, and Safety Rules are followed.

Work Environment:

• Frequently exposed to high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical hazards.
• Exposure to poison oak, ivy and sumac is likely.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and vibration.
• Moderate noise level.
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.
• This position is subject to on-call as required which may include night, weekend and/or holiday work. Employees are required to report to the Cooperative within thirty (30) minutes after receiving notice.
• Ability to travel to attend meetings, trainings, workshops, and seminars, as directed.

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for this position, please visit https://freestate.coop/jobs to complete an Application for Employment.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING POSITION 
KANSAS ELECTRIC POWER COOPERATIVE, INC. 
TOPEKA, KANSAS 

Kansas Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. (KEPCo) is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Executive Director of Engineering.  

Job Classification: Exempt, Full-Time 
Work Schedule: Regular Office Hours, Monday through Friday 
Reporting Relationship: Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer 
Primary Accountabilities: The primary objective of the Executive Director of Engineering is to manage the engineering functions and department within KEPCo, including the planning, organizing, budgeting, staffing, directing and controlling the design and technical support functions of KEPCo. This position also has primary responsibility for KEPCo Services Inc. (KSI), a KEPCo subsidiary that provides engineering and technical services for Member cooperatives and others. 

Major Duties: 

KEPCo Power Supply and Delivery: 

• Provides design and engineering support for KEPCo owned or operated generation, transmission, EMS/SCADA, metering, communication or other power supply facilities, as required.
• Communicates, negotiates and coordinates technical issues with KEPCo’s power suppliers and transmission providers to insure the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of power to KEPCo’s Members.
• Plans and coordinates new delivery points and the capacity needs of existing delivery points with KEPCo’s power suppliers, transmission providers and KEPCo Member cooperatives.

KEPCo Services, Inc. (KSI): 

• Establishes, maintains and communicates the objectives and mission of KSI.
• Markets KSI and develops and administers KSI budgets and cost controls, including the establishment of appropriate KSI hourly rates and ensuring that the fees outlined in KSI proposals are reasonable for the services provided while covering the costs of KSI labor, material and overheads.
• Reviews the overall technical adequacy of all KSI projects including ensuring compliance with good engineering practices and other appropriate rules and standards, as applicable.
• Communicates and coordinates the schedule for completion of KSI projects in a manner that meets the client’s needs and efficiently and effectively utilizes the resources available to KSI.
• Establishes the procedures and process controls to ensure KSI projects are completed efficiently and with appropriate quality controls.
• Develops periodic reports for the KSI Board of Directors regarding the status and performance of KSI and for attending their meetings and responding to questions and concerns of the board.
• Understands, complies and communicates the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions statutes, rules and regulations to ensure that KSI retains its Certificate of Authorization.
• Maintains an individual license to practice Professional Engineering including meeting continuing education requirements and the development and oversight of engineers-in-training.
• Monitors and evaluates computer, software and other equipment needs of KSI including on-going software support and maintenance agreements.
• Coordinates KSI projects with appropriate government agencies including but not limited to the RUS, CFC, KDWP, USFW, KSHS, USACE and SCS as needed and required.
• Selects and uses sub-contractors and consultants to support the completion of KSI projects where necessary and appropriate.

Management:

• Hires, manages, trains, and retains the Engineering Department employees within KEPCo’s Board and Administrative policies.
• Develops and administers Engineering Department budgets and cost control within the Department.
• Attends Board of Trustees, Member and other meetings, as directed.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Membership in a professional business organization is preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of appropriate experience in the design and engineering of facilities and equipment in the electric utility industry. Management experience is highly desirable.
• A license to practice engineering in the State of Kansas is required.
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License is required.
• Must be familiar with generally accepted electric utility engineering and operational activities.
• Should be familiar with RUS Engineering and Operations methods and procedures or be able to develop necessary background in short period of time.
• Must be computer literate and able to operate business and engineering software.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels of KEPCo.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Ability to support the goals, plans, and programs of KEPCo.
• Possess the necessary personal characteristics that make an employee a productive team member, including: high integrity, good personal habits, and regular attendance at work.
• Ability to gain and maintain respect of others, both inside and outside of the organization.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, plan and set priorities with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate poise, tact and diplomacy with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift up to twenty (20) pounds.
• Must be able to work for extended periods of time without being fatigued.

Work Environment:

• Professional and deadline-oriented environment in an office setting.
• Interaction with staff and customers.
• Work is performed both in a private office and outside in the field. Must be willing to travel in state and out of state as necessary to meet job requirements.

Additional Duties:

Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor. 

Apply for this position through HR Partners:  Executive Director of Engineering (catsone.com)

General Manager/CEO

 Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative

The Board of Trustees of Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative (RHEC) in Beloit, KS seeks a safety-focused leader with solid interpersonal communications skills to become their next GM/CEO due to an upcoming retirement. The RHEC Board has retained NRECA Executive Search to facilitate the search process.

About Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative

Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative, Inc. (RHEC) is a member-owned rural electric cooperative that proudly serves more than 11,200 meters with over 6,400 miles of distribution line in the heartland of America.

Serving parts of 16 northern and north-central Kansas counties, RHEC is the 3rd largest cooperative in Kansas with 40 full time employees, recent operating revenues of $30 million and a total utility plant of $110 million. The cooperative’s meters are evenly split between residential and commercial & industrial services.    

RHEC has a strong focus on utilizing technological innovations, evidenced in their use of digital mapping, positive load control as well as advanced metering infrastructure systems (AMI).

Rolling Hills is blessed with a family-oriented atmosphere and a talented group of efficient and dedicated employees.

Reporting to a 10-member Board of Trustees, the RHEC GM/CEO is responsible for carrying out the strategic vision of the cooperative that is set by the RHEC board.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, experience with electric utilities and a willingness to be committed to RHEC’s members and the communities that the cooperative serves 

Leadership Competencies

• Vision and strategic orientation: Takes a broad scale long-term view that focuses on the future needs of the organization and its members
• Ability to lead change and manage risk: Identifies and actively manages change and risk throughout the organization
• Exceptional communication skills, both formally and informally: Listens, relates and expresses oneself in a manner that is effective while supporting mutual understanding
• Commitment to talent development, acquisition, and retention: Develops and empowers staff to achieve results by championing and applying a systematic performance management process & coaching strategy
• Ability to motivate and positively influence others: Motivates others towards an outcome consistent with the organization’s mission, vision, and values
• Results Driven: Achieves results by establishing and maintaining focus on challenging goals and measuring organizational performance against those goals and standards

• Member focus: Understands and is proactive to the needs and concerns of cooperative members

• Solid financial understanding of distribution cooperatives: Fluent with financial metrics and has a detailed understanding of the key financial opportunities, as well as financial risks and budget processes
• Strong focus on safety: Upholds and provides focus on the safety standards of the cooperative

Experience and Expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Education or Experience in Accounting & Finance, Engineering or Business is preferred
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience is required
• At least 3 years of electric utility experience is preferred
• GM/CEO experience preferred but not required
• Cooperative electric utility experience will set you apart!

Our Location

RHEC is headquartered in Beloit, KS, the county seat of Mitchell County. First settled in 1866, Beloit is located in North Central Kansas and is home to North Central Kansas Technical College. Beloit also features exceptional healthcare facilities as well as primary and secondary school options (e.g., Beloit USD 273, K-12, and St. John’s Catholic School, K-12). Beloit Elementary was the sole Kansas school recognized as a 2022 National School of Character, while Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems was one of ten hospitals in Kansas to receive a 5-star rating on a 1-to-5 scale from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for patient experience in 2019. The territory that RHEC serves is well known as one of the country’s best pheasant hunting areas and also provides fantastic fishing and hunting opportunities with the nearest lake being only 16 miles from the office. Salina, KS is located about one hour from Beloit and is the intersection of Interstate 70 (east and west) and Interstate 135 (north and south).       

Our Benefits

RHEC offers excellent benefits including:

• Medical and prescription insurance with 100% employer-paid premium for employees and their dependents
• NRECA RS Plan participation
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Double Salary Basic Term Life Insurance and AD&D with employer-paid premiums
• Long-Term Disability Insurance with employer-paid premium
• Business Travel Accident Insurance with employer-paid premium
• Section 125 Plan
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Dental plans available

Rolling Hills Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Learn more about us at https://rollinghills.coop/

How to Apply

If interested, please apply at https://bit.ly/3C38EXt  with the following: 1) Cover letter, 2) resume and 3) contact information (including email addresses) for 3 professional references. Applications must be received by February 24, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Leigh Taylor, NRECA Executive Search, leigh.taylor@nreca.coop.

All replies are confidential.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Computer Systems Intern position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=764 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Critical Infrastructure Protection EMS/SCADA Compliance Administrator. This job will be located in Garden City, KS.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Critical Infrastructure Protection EMS/SCADA Compliance Administrator position here:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=40&rid=731

Applicants can review all of open positions by visiting the Sunflower career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the position online https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=753 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Environmental Coordinator Air Quality position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=760 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Environmental Coordinator Water & Waste Management position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=761 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Economic Development Director position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=721

Review all open positions by visiting the career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Generation Engineer I or II position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=756

Review all open positions by visiting the career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Laboratory Technician Trainee position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=765 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Operator Technician EI&C I-IV
This job will be located in Dodge City.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Operator Technician EI&C I-IV position here:https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=733

Applicants can review all of open positions by visiting the Sunflower career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Operator Technician EIC I-IV position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=757 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Operator Technician EIC I-IV position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=701 

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Operator Technician Mechanic I-IV
This job will be located in Dodge City.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Operator Technician EI&C I-IV position here:https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=732

Applicants can review all of open positions by visiting the Sunflower career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Planning Engineer Intern. This job will be located in Wichita, KS. 

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Planning Engineer Intern position here:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=766

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Shift Supervisor position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=758

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

Interested individuals can review and apply for the Transmission Technician I or II position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=745

Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.

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Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Scott City, KS, US

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Job Description: Wheatland Electric Cooperative is looking for a person with strong attention to detail for our Payroll Specialist. This position will train in our Scott City office for an extended period of time, up to one year. Following training, this position can be located in Scott City, Garden City, Great Bend, or Harper.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Business or Accounting with 2 years of payroll or accounting experience; or 4 years of payroll or accounting experience. American Payroll Association (APA) Fundamentals of Payroll Certification or the ability to obtain the certification is preferred.

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for all aspects of payroll, including, but not limited to, computing employees' earnings, taxes and deductions for accurate and timely pay per pay schedule. They prepare tax reports (including quarterly and annual reports) and make tax payments. The successful applicant must be able to meet deadlines, have excellent organizational and communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. The full job description that follows is for a fully qualified Payroll Specialist.

Finalist will be required to successfully pass a post offer/pre-employment background check to include a credit check and a drug screening.

Wheatland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

General Manager/CEO — Laclede Electric Cooperative

The Board of Directors of Laclede Electric Cooperative (LEC) in Lebanon, Missouri seeks a proven leader to become their next GM/CEO due to an upcoming retirement. The LEC Board has retained Carnahan Evans, PC to facilitate the search process.

About Laclede Electric Cooperative

Laclede Electric Cooperative (LEC) is a member-owned rural electric cooperative that serves more than 38,344 meters with over 4,700 miles of distribution line in the Missouri Ozarks. LEC is headquartered in Lebanon, Missouri, with district offices in Camdenton, Hartville, and Waynesville. LEC has 124 full-time employees, gross electric sales of $67 million and total assets of $208 million. The cooperative provides service to residential, commercial, and industrial members, as well as to Fort Leonard Wood.   LEC is focused on utilizing technology and maintaining a strong and reliable system with well-trained professional employees. Reporting to a 9-member Board of Directors, the LEC GM/CEO is responsible for carrying out the strategic vision of the cooperative that is set by the LEC board.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have: Demonstrated leadership skills, both as an organizational and as a community leader; Experience with electric utilities, particularly in the rural electric cooperative setting, and; A commitment to LEC’s members and the communities the cooperative serves.

Leadership Competencies

Vision and strategic orientation: Establishes a long-term focus on the future needs of the cooperative and its members and manages the implementation of plans consistent with that vision and the direction provided by the board of directors

Solid financial understanding of distribution cooperatives: Fluent with financial metrics with a detailed understanding of financial opportunities and risks relating to the industry and a facility with the budget processes

Exceptional Character: Is a person of unquestionable integrity, competence, honesty, and professionalism

Ability to lead change and manage risk: Identifies and actively manages change and risk throughout the organization

Exceptional communication skills: Externally represents the cooperative professionally in the community and within the cooperative family.  Internally, listens, relates, and expresses oneself in a manner that is effective and clear

Commitment to talent development, acquisition, and retention: Maintains systems for recruitment, training, and retention while fostering positive employee relations and morale with union and non-union employees through honest, fair, and professional interactions and evaluations

Results Driven: Establishes clear goals and maintains accountability for measurable progress in meeting them

Member focus: Understands and is proactive to the needs and concerns of cooperative members

Experience and Expertise

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Supervisory experience is required
• Electric utility industry experience is required
• GM/CEO or Senior Staff level experience preferred
• Cooperative electric utility experience is strongly preferred

Our Location

LEC is headquartered in Lebanon, MO, a city of over 15,000 residents located on Interstate 44 and historic Route 66.  Lebanon has an outstanding school system, employs over 5,300 in the manufacturing sector, and is a regional hub for shopping, dining, healthcare, and education.  The area also provides fantastic outdoor opportunities with easy access to trout fishing at Bennett Spring State Park and boating and fishing at Lake of the Ozarks and Pomme de Terre Lake. Lebanon, Missouri is about a 30-minute drive from Ft. Leonard Wood and a 45-minute drive from Springfield, MO. 

Our Benefits

• Medical and prescription insurance plan options for employees and their dependents with employer-paid premium
• Dental insurance for employees and their dependents with 100% employer-paid premium
• NRECA Defined Benefit Pension Plan Participation
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• 3x Salary Group Term Life and matching AD&D with 100% employer-paid premium
• Spouse and Child Life insurance with 100% employer-paid premium
• Long-Term Disability Insurance with employer-paid premium
• Business Travel Accident insurance with 100% employer-paid premium
• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan (FSA) and/or Dependent Care Assistance Program option
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and bereavement leave
• Education Assistance Program

Laclede Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Learn more about us at https://lacledeelectric.com/

How to Apply

If interested, submit: 1) Cover letter, 2) Resume and 3) Contact information (including email addresses) for 3 professional references. Applications must be received by March 24, 2023.

Application materials should be submitted electronically or by mail to:

Carnahan Evans, PC
Attn: Shawn Battagler
2805 S Ingram Mill Rd.
Springfield, MO 65804
sbattagler@CarnahanEvans.com

All replies are confidential.

Staff Engineer, Granby Location

Mountain Parks Electric is a distribution cooperative seeking an individual for the Staff Engineer position in our Granby, Colorado location. If you are looking for a long-term career and you love the cooperative model, then MPEI may be the place for you.  We offer a competitive wage and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, 401k, flexible schedule, and paid time off programs, among other benefits. 

Mountain Parks Electric has 65 employees, approximately 1,800 miles of line, and serves approximately 22,000 meters.  MPEI is headquartered in Granby, Colorado located at an elevation of 7,935 feet, 90 miles from Denver International Airport and 25 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park.  Experience gold-medal fishing in the Colorado and Fraser Rivers or take a boat out on Lake Granby, the second largest body of water in Colorado.  Granby is near Shadow Mountain and Grand Lake and offers spectacular scenery, miles of hiking trails connecting Granby to Fraser, Colorado, downhill skiing, mountain bike trail systems, and down-hill bike park and cross-country trails at nearby resorts.

The Staff Engineer will prepare construction drawings and material requirements for substation rebuilds, additions and modifications involving site work, civil, structural, mechanical, protection/controls, and electrical phases of construction.  They will review various operational reports and provide summary reports and analysis of system loads and load balance using SCADA and other sources of data and recommend appropriate actions to maintain operation within system planning criteria.  The Staff Engineer will provide distribution system planning and protection/sectionalizing: system load forecasts, construction work plans, environmental reports, and long-range system plans, in accordance with established policies, plans and objectives of Mountain Parks Electric, ensuring that the member/owners have reliable service. 

Qualifications include Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university is required, with emphasis in electrical power desired.  At least three years of experience working with electric utilities is preferred.  Registration as an Engineer-In-Training (or ability to pass EIT exam within one year) is required; registration as a Professional Engineer in Colorado is desirable and ability to obtain PE registration in Colorado within five years is required. Experience with AutoCAD, word processing, spread sheet and data base software preferred.  Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license. 

Candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@mpei.com and contact us to complete an application.  This position will remain open until filled.  Mountain Parks Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.