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Southern Company Assistant I, Office in Oakwood, Georgia

Job Summary:

Provides intermediate level administrative support to a department or Service Center.

Functional Expertise:

• Answers telephone calls; checks in and escorts visitors; opens and distributes mail; performs word

processing and data entry; maintains files; orders supplies; reviews and/or verifies payroll; forwards

information to internal departments for processing; performs photocopying as required.

• Prepares and enters purchase orders or voucher requests into PeopleSoft Financials; tracks paid invoices

for budget reconciliation and planning; interfaces with vendors.

• Provides customer service, internally and externally; answers routine questions, provides information,

resolves or research issues, provides follow-up.

• Performs other support duties specific to functional department.

• Maintains spreadsheets and databases; performs queries; compiles data and prepares reports.

SECONDARY / MAY OR MAY NOT BE APPLICABLE:

• Reviews budgeted vs. actual expenses for variance; tracks expenses.

• Reconciles corporate credit card statements; enters into PeopleSoft Financials or forwards to Accounts

Payable department.

• Coordinates meetings; sends invitations and reminders; arranges for refreshments and audio-visual

equipment; prepares agendas, documents, and PowerPoint presentations; performs room setup.

• Monitors open and pending work orders.

• Serves as central point for information requests and/or information distribution (e.g., announcements,

reminders, bulletin boards) pertinent to department or service center.

Education, Certifications/Licenses Requirements:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED

Related Work Experience:

Required:

• 2-4 years support or administrative experience

or

Equivalent academic education and experience

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

• MS Office Suite – intermediate proficiency

• PeopleSoft Financial and Human Resources – basic proficiency

• Ability to communicate with all levels of a diverse organization

• Flexibility

• Attention to detail

Behavioral Attributes:

Executing for Results Collaboration and Building Relationships

Learning and Thinking Industry Knowledge/Business Acumen

Honoring Corporate Values & Standards

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Keyboarding = 60-80% Constant

• On-call = none

• Travel = none

Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries . The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in four states, natural gas distribution companies in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a nationally recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top energy companies in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at southerncompanygas.com

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 5839

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

Job Schedule: Full time

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