Human Resources and Safety Assistant

Overview

The Human Resources & Safety Assistant provides administrative and coordination support for the Cooperative’s human resources and workplace safety functions. This role assists with employee records management, benefits administration, training coordination, and compliance documentation, while supporting safety programs and regulatory requirements. The position contributes to a safe, compliant, and efficient workplace within an electric and broadband utility environment.

• Provides administrative support for daily human resources and safety operations, including maintaining accurate records, files, and documentation.
• Assists with the preparation, coordination, and submission of reports and records, including but not limited to state, federal, industry, and compliance-related documentation.
• Assists as required with human resources activities, including onboarding support, records maintenance, training coordination, and benefits administration for employees, retirees, and the Board of Trustees.
• Coordinates employee training schedules, prepares materials, and assists with delivering training and informational sessions to groups using verbal, written, and visual communication methods.
• Assists with maintaining safety compliance records, including training documentation, OSHA records, PPE tracking, workers’ compensation, accident reports, and FMCSA-related information.
• Supports departmental projects, employee events, and Cooperative programs as assigned.
• Maintains schedules, supplies, and basic facility needs for the HR Training Room and Wellness Center.
• Complies with all AEC policies, procedures, and safety practices; participates in required safety meetings and training; and promotes a positive and professional image of the Cooperative.

• Ethics and integrity
• Oral and written communication skills
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Organizational awareness and alignment
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Professional and technical credibility
• Project and time management
• Risk awareness and compliance
• Service orientation

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution in business management, human resources, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to present information and data clearly and effectively to groups using verbal, written, and visual communication methods.

• Two or more years of administration experience in human resources, compliance, safety programs, or a related field.

• Valid driver’s license. Ability to obtain Notary Public certification, if required.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This job description is intended to outline the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not a binding contract. Employment with Aiken Electric Cooperative, Inc. (AEC) is on an at-will basis, which means that either the employee or AEC may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, and for any lawful reason.

Other duties may be assigned. This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee; duties may change at any time with or without notice. Due to the nature of an electric and broadband utility, all employees may be required to work extended hours, holidays, nights, and weekends with or without notice.

Additional duties or responsibilities may be assigned.

Periodic travel to state and local destinations, as well as some interstate travel, is required.

Please note:

The description reflects typical duties and does not guarantee the absence of other duties. It may be modified as needed.