Education and Outreach Coordinator

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. • Madison, SD

3d • $63,000 - $76,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! We're looking for an Education and Outreach Coordinator who is excited to share the cooperative story, support meaningful community outreach, and help people better understand the value of electric cooperatives. In this role, you'll work with East River and our member systems to coordinate youth education programs, support trade shows and community events, and share important safety and cooperative messages with a variety of audiences. As a cooperative, we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. We've built our foundation on Touchstone Energy's four cooperative values: integrity, accountability, innovation, and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference, which is why we value things like community outreach, teamwork, and work-life balance. This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison, South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital, experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University, enjoy a thriving community center, and more. With two stunning lakes nearby, recreational opportunities are abundant, and you'll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakota's most popular attractions.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in education, communications, business or a related field
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently, with occasional overnight stays
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Confidence presenting information to students, community members, cooperative partners, and groups of all sizes
• Strong organization skills and the ability to keep track of details, schedules, materials, and follow-through
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computer technology tools
• A positive, professional presence and a genuine interest in building relationships, supporting communities, and sharing the cooperative story

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public speaking, cooperative or utility communications, and event planning, preferred

Responsibilities

• Team up with East River's member systems to bring Co-ops in the Classrooms presentations to students across our service territory.
• Help East River show up in a friendly, positive way at trade shows, local fairs, member system annual and district meetings, and other regional events.
• Share important safety messages through hands-on demonstrations using East River's exhibits and outreach resources.
• Keep East River's youth outreach curriculum fresh, engaging, and effective for the students and audiences we serve.
• Help create trade show displays, outreach materials, and community engagement resources that support East River and our member systems.
• Build meaningful connections with member systems, community partners, schools, and organizations through meetings, events, associations, and outreach opportunities.
• Support East River's strategic goals by helping move education, outreach, safety, and cooperative engagement efforts forward.
• Jump in where needed to support East River's mission and help make a positive impact for our members and communities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources
• Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• 9/80 work schedule, which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level