Join our team at Golden Valley Electric Association in Fairbanks, Alaska, as a Safety Administrative Assistant . This role is perfect for someone who wants to start career path in safety and use their past administrative experience. You'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health guidelines and administrative skills in a collaborative and innovative work environment. As an integral part of our safety team, you will play a key role in ensuring our commitment to safety excellence. This position offers a competitive pay of $29.07 per hour in accordance with the IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.
If you are passionate about safety and eager to support our mission-focused organization, we encourage you to apply today! You will be provided great benefits such as Retirement/401K, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Paid Leave, Flexible Spending, and Wellness Benefits .
Hello, we're Golden Valley Electric Association
GVEA is an electric cooperative which maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all of the electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, extending from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.
Are you excited about this Safety Administrative Assistant job?
As the Safety Administrative Assistant at Golden Valley Electric Association in Fairbanks, Alaska, you will play a vital role in supporting our Safety Section. Your responsibilities will include providing technical and administrative support to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient information management. By leveraging your expertise in safety practices and regulations, you will contribute to the delivery of safety education programs and the administration of various safety initiatives. Additionally, you will assist in conducting new employee safety orientations, coordinating training sessions, and preparing reports.
Your dedication to safety and attention to detail will be instrumental in upholding our commitment to safety excellence and ensuring a safe work environment for all employees.
Would you be a great Safety Administrative Assistant?
To excel in the role of Safety Administrative Assistant at Golden Valley Electric Association, candidates should possess either an Associate degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Business Administration, or a related field, or a High School diploma with at least two years of experience in a safety-specific or administrative role. A minimum of three years of relevant experience in a related field is essential for this position. Additionally, candidates must hold a valid Alaska driver's license. While not mandatory, Occupational Health and Safety certification, Certified Professional Secretary (CPS), or Certified Administrative Professional credentials are preferred. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, proficiency in information management, and a solid understanding of safety practices and regulations.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for success in this dynamic and safety-focused role.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Education:
  • Associate degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Business Administration or related field
  • or
  • High School graduate with two years or more of employment in a safety specific or administrative role required.
• Minimum of three years relevant experience in a related field.
• Valid Alaska driver's license is required.

Note: As a condition of employment, successful applicants must become an IBEW member within 30 days after employment.
WILL YOU JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! Please fill out our online, mobile-friendly application! We're excited to meet you!
GVEA conducts pre-employment, post-offer drug/alcohol screening and background checks. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as deemed necessary. All offers of employment at Golden Valley Electric Association are contingent upon clear results of a drug/alcohol screening.