Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECC) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry, we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.

A Meeting Services Specialist provides daily administrative support with planning and coordinating meetings, conferences and special business events. This position presents the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and continuing to strive to push AECC and our mission forward.
Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with personnel regarding room set-up to accommodate various meetings and events.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with personnel and serves as first point of contact for all room issues and provides timely response and coordination
• Sets up all meeting room logistics to include placing food/beverages in conference rooms and performing clean ups.
• Maintains all kitchen areas and break rooms by stocking paper goods, coffee supplies, and beverages.
• Monitors and maintains paper product inventory; responsible for ordering supplies when needed.
• Coordinates with vendors to ensure food requirements are met and resolves any billing discrepancies.
• Serves as liaison with food and other service providers needed for coordinating internal meetings.
• Extends outreach and builds relationships with community for additional vendor resources and food options.
• The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, hospitality, customer service, or others, plus 12 to 18 months related experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Driver’s License with safe driving record.
• Excellent customer service skill and professional attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

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Benefits*

• 2 Retirement Plan Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 9 Paid holidays
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off accrual
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Location: 1 Cooperative Way, Little Rock, AR 72209

Job Type: Full-time