Job Title: Receptionist

Job Code: 370523

NiSource is a Fortune 500 energy company providing gas and electric distribution, transmission and generation to millions of individuals throughout the Midwest. You may recognize our subsidiary brands Columbia Gas or NIPSCO.

*This position will work onsite, primarily on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-4:30, with some flexibility needed. (Typically 24 hrs/week, no more than 32 hrs)

Job Summary

To provide administrative and clerical support to all departments at the reporting location.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact with visitors and customers - greet and direct visitors in a polite and professional manner

• Answer telephone calls, on a multi-line console, in a polite, professional and timely manner. Provide callers with useful information, alternatives, and referrals as appropriate

• Assist with general administrative support including meeting coordination, setup, reservations, invitations, etc

• Compose and distribute mail and correspondence while maintaining confidentiality with respect to proprietary trade, business and client matters

• Maintain and procure office supplies when necessary including toner and copy paper supplies for building office equipment, kitchen supplies, and general office supplies

• Manage cleanliness of kitchenette

• Create mail merges, spreadsheets, graphs and presentations by obtaining, compiling, and organizing data

• Work with associated software systems and databases to set up vendors and process invoices for payment

• Assist other departments as needed

• Other duties as assigned

• Excellent customer service

• Well-prepared, accurate, and timely correspondence, reports or presentation materials

• Organized filing systems

• Administrative efficiencies and improvements

• Project coordination and completion

• Successful execution of meetings and events

• Mail/message sorting and prioritization

• Prioritization of work

• Clear, concise and positive communications

Required Qualifications for Position

• Two years recent logistical or related administrative support experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Effective Communication

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently

• Commitment to quality

• Demonstrated adaptability

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships

Disclaimer

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range:

$33,400.00 - $46,800.00

Posting Start Date:

2024-06-21

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2024-07-05

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.