Job Title

Energy Systems and Climate Analysis Technical Assistant

Location:

Charlotte, NC, Knoxville, TN

Job Summary And Description

Provides assistance to deliver customer requests and execute deliverables. Supports leadership by gathering, monitoring, analyzing and organizing information on current and emerging science and technology as well as financial and contractual data.

Supports leadership by gathering, monitoring, analyzing and organizing member information on current and emerging science and technology.
Support technical teams in their deliverable publication process.
Support technical staff to ensure research results and associated materials are stored in centralized content management system.
Works with program members to help access program capabilities, evaluate the value of their membership and resolve other member related issues concerns and questions.
Manage the planning, preparation and organization of technical conferences and workshops.
Supports the technical staff in the purchase of goods and services.
Provide support in preparation of technical presentations and other materials for advisory meetings, external publications, conferences and workshops.
Provide support in maintaining various program websites.
Provide guidance and support to facilitate knowledge transfer and training to other roles such as Technical Assistants

Education

AA degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

5-7 years of experience in an administrative or technical support report role.
Capability to handle administrative support role (word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, etc.)
A general understanding of the conduct of research projects from the definition phase through to results delivery and application.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated strong ability to identify, analyze, and negotiate and problem solve.
Capability of performing multiple and complex tasks with limited direction, while having the judgment to know when to ask for directions.
Supported programs technical publications (editing, collecting comments, publications process)
Demonstrated skills in presentations (editing, presenting, etc.)
Demonstrates ability to organize and lead large meetings (50+ attendees)
Maintain EPRI.com website content working with digital solutions, technical teams, and members
Proficient in document management within EPRI system architecture
Engage with members to facilitate knowledge transfer

Additional Job Information

Role/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the Energy Systems and Climate Analysis (ESCA) Group at EPRI (http://esca.epri.com), a team of leading energy and electric power systems modelers and climate economists. The ESCA team has grown rapidly in the past three years and now has need for a full-time technical assistant. You will:

Assist ESCA technical staff with purchasing, creating and tracking deliverables, setting and monitoring budgets, and similar project support activities;
Assist with organizing and managing off-site technical meetings, webcasts, and workshops;
Develop and maintain databases of important contacts/contracts;
Coordinate calendars to manage priorities and avoid conflicts;
Coordinate with other EPRI operational staff to ensure the ESCA team are identifying and meeting internal deadlines;
Assist in the creation/implementation of processes to support completion of the group’s research and administrative responsibilities;
Assist with management of the group’s external communications, including the ESCA website, ESCA newsletter, and member-facing communications.

The ESCA team offers the opportunity to work with established experts in decarbonization and climate change related research. You will have input over your hours and schedule in a flexible work environment in collaboration with the research team. We strongly prefer candidates who are within commuting distance (<50 miles) from EPRI’s Knoxville or Charlotte offices, because certain job functions require access to an EPRI office and resources. However, on a day-to-day basis, you can choose to work remote, at the office, or a mix of the two. EPRI offers an attractive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and contributes an amount equivalent to 10% of each employee’s earnings to their 401(k) plan.

The Ideal Candidate Would

Bring strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, including managing calendars.
Have excellent organizational and communication skills with great attention to detail.
Manage time and resources efficiently and have a track record of identifying potential issues and raising awareness when a deadline is at risk of being missed.
Be able to work effectively with all levels of internal and external customers.
Demonstrate discretion, good judgment, personal motivation, and the ability to work independently.
Have experience supporting technical staff in meetings and events.

Experience working at EPRI in an administrative/operational role is a plus. Some travel (~10-15%) is required to support off-site meetings and events.

Research has shown that candidates who don’t tick all the boxes often don’t apply. We welcome candidates who demonstrate initiative, a willingness to learn, and can work independently. If you tick some of the boxes, consider applying regardless—we look forward to talking with you.

The salary range for this position is $65,535 USD to $88,665 USD annually.

This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.

This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).

EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.

EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled

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