Overview
Administrative Assistant Jobs in Elmhurst, IL at The Walsh Group
About This Opportunity
We are seeking an Administrative Assistant (AA) who provides a broad spectrum of administrative support services to support programs and staff across the Mountain West division. The AA assists the engineering team in the delivery of industrial energy efficiency technical services by reviewing various reports and project tracking for accuracy in grammar, structure, and compliance with customer contractual requirements such as due dates, format, and report content. The AA is responsible for keeping our project and program information up to date in our tracking systems. This includes setting up projects, running workflows, and using the systems to create reports. Working closely with senior program specialists, analysts, and program management staff, the AA will be part of the teams driving savings in multiple programs across the division.
About Us
Cascade Energy is a leading provider of energy efficiency, energy management, decarbonization, and sustainability solutions for the industrial, commercial, and public sectors across North America. We have a 30-year history of delivering high-value services through electric and gas utility-offered programs and directly to industrial and commercial enterprises. Cascade is a SOC 2-certified environment and a federal contractor.
As Cascade continues to evolve and grow, we will expand our impact and reach through technology investments and product-driven solutions in both the corporate and the utility markets. While the corporate market offers strong growth potential, the utility market remains a core part of Cascade’s business. We plan to build and grow software-driven innovation that expands both our corporate and utility offerings.
Why work at Cascade?
As a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Cascadians foster and value a culture of equals, initiative, and ownership. Our teams reflect our core company values: Do the Right Thing; Put Others First; Seek Shared Success; Learn Constantly; and Be Industrious. Our customers are vitally important to us, and we pride ourselves on stellar customer service. Our team members are a dedicated and diverse group of ambassadors, representing Cascade Energy, striving to embody our values, ensure we are responsive, and consistently delighting our customers.
In alignment with our values and doing better, Cascade Energy celebrates and values diversity as vital for increased creativity and innovation and faster problem solving, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment. Learn more about DEIA at Cascade by visiting cascadeenergy.com/deia.
Cascade promotes a healthy work-life balance and appreciates employee contribution in all areas. We walk the talk about our commitment to learning constantly, with a focus on the ongoing development of every team member. Cascade is a strong supporter of flexible working arrangements, and offers role-dependent options for remote, hybrid, and in-office work.
What You Will Be Doing:
Data Entry and maintenance of internal database and accounting systems for accurate status, tracking, and monitoring to ensure projects are proceeding as planned to support Sr Program Specialists and Analysts, includes running flows and processes and making sure all are working properly
Prepares billing notices and assists with project closeout
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders via phone, email, and in-person to collect information about projects, and respond to each in a timely manner
Arrange weekly department meetings for the engineering group, which may include coordinating internal training or lunch & learn meetings with vendors
Manages the SharePoint worksite for the engineering group and assists with other resources
Respond to frequent requests for information
Reviews written correspondence (such as reports, letters, memos) for compliance with internal procedures for established quality control (grammar, structure, format, and report content)
Manage general business needs of the office, including ordering supplies and supporting team members with special projects
As needed, will help with other programs in the division and the company
This is a full-time, non- exempt position near our office location in Pleasant Grove UT. Minimal travel is anticipated for this role.
Qualifications
Applicants for this role are required to have:
Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
2- 4 years previous experience in a professional office environment
A successful candidate should also demonstrate these preferred characteristics and/or skills:
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated to efficiently organize, prioritize and plan works tasks to meet department goals
For candidates whose experience may not align perfectly with all these preferred skills but can see themselves adding value in this role, we encourage you to still apply. Cascade is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace and places strong import on learning and development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Compensation & Benefits
Our total rewards include competitive pay and excellent benefits. These include health, vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), annual cash performance bonus, paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy, wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account).
The salary range for this position in Pleasant Grove, UT is $45,000 – $56,300/yr. However, final salary offered may vary depending on non-discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences, and geographical location if different than the above.
Application Process
Please submit a current resume and a letter of interest describing why our team or the position resonates with you and how your experience makes you a great choice for the role. Please combine both into one PDF document.
Please, no phone calls.
Please, no outside recruiters or agencies.
Cascade Energy is not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S., which includes OPT.
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AAP/EEO STATEMENT
Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion and religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or family, marital, or veteran status. To request a reasonable accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact the Cascade recruiter. Cascade Energy uses the federal E-Verify system to determine eligibility for work in the United States and conducts post-job offer, pre-employment drug screening.Show more
Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: The Walsh Group
Location: Elmhurst, IL
