Administrative Assistant – Public Relations
JOB SUMMARY
This position will provide administrative support to the Alabama Power Public Relations team and will be responsible for timekeeping, expenses, invoicing, Purchase Requisitions/Purchase Orders set-up, assist with the creative services tracking system, calendar coordination and general office support. This role requires a high-level of organization, proficiency in Oracle HCM, Microsoft Office and Maximo and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We are currently operating in a hybrid work model with the expectation of at least four (4) days in the office per week.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Perform timekeeping reminders and some administration
- Expense management
- Manage check requests and invoice processing
- Prepare purchase requisitions/purchase orders
- Manage mail distribution for department
- Work with new employees to set up badges, parking, office space, etc.
- Manage contractors and vendor paperwork in various systems
- Monitor and assist with creative services tracking system, project management and monthly reconciliation
- Maintain supply room order/accessibility; Orders and maintains office supplies and submits facilities work orders when needed
- Assist with meeting and travel arrangements as needed
- Calendar and coordinate department meetings as needed
- Understands general accounting processes and POET departmental coding
- Other duties as assigned
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are required
- Previous secretarial/administrative work experience performed at a high level of proficiency in traditional office skills required
- Proficiency in the Oracle HCM, Microsoft Office software suite required; Knowledge of Maximo preferred; Ability to quickly pick up new digital tools and technology is key to success
- Ability to work in a team environment with diverse disciplines and backgrounds
- The ability to maintain a positive attitude and a commitment to providing excellent customer service
- Demonstrates good time management skills, willing to work with others and/or taking on additional responsibilities to meet critical deadlines
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Our Values – Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment
Testing Requirement:
There are two mandatory assessments that must be successfully completed before your application can be reviewed by the hiring management team.
- The first assessment, SHL, will be automatically sent to you via email once you submit your application.
- If you successfully pass the first assessment, you will receive a link to complete the second assessment, SkillCheck.
Note: Both assessments must be completed within their designated time frames in order to be deemed eligible for consideration.
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf. Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Previous secretarial/administrative work experience
- Proficiency in Oracle HCM
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Maximo
What We Do
Southern Company Services, Inc., headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, is the shared services division of Southern Company.









