Come join us at Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) and BEC Fiber, where we are lighting the grid to empower our members!

Help us Reimagine Rural America!

Bandera Electric Cooperative proudly distributes electricity to members across seven counties in Central Texas. The BEC Fiber division, began offering 100% fiber broadband in 2017 and currently provides fiber internet service to members and subscribers in eight counties in the Texas Hill Country.

We offer Highly Competitive Wages and a Generous Benefit Package!! (no waiting period – benefits start on first day). Paid time off and ten paid holidays.

Our Corporate Services department is looking for a Human Resources Specialist who will be responsible for supporting the organization by implementing and administering human resources programs, policies and initiatives that support the Cooperative’s employees, mission, and values.

 Essential Job Duties

• Provide human resources services, including, but not limited to recruiting and staffing, administration of compensation and benefits programs, training and development, employee relations, retiree relations and other programs as preferred as required
• Complete personnel transactions and maintain associated records
• Provide support in revising and implementing corporate policies and procedures including communicating changes
• Adhere to professional and industry-specific standards and practices, ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws or regulations 
• Other duties in support of Corporate Services and the Cooperative.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of human resources principles and practices 
• Working knowledge of human resources and training software and tools 
• Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations 
• Ability to provide training to employees at all levels
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to details
• Ability to maintain confidential information 

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:

• High School diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. 
• SHRM-CP and/or PHR certification preferred.

 Experience:

• 1 - 5 years of similar Human Resources experience required.
• Cooperative experience a plus.

About Bandera Electric Cooperative

As a cooperative, we are locally owned and operated by the members we serve. Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) is democratically governed by a board of directors elected by our members to represent their voice in the business of the cooperative. The board ensures the cooperative is legally and ethically run according to its bylaws and code of ethics. At BEC, we strive to be the place everybody loves to work. We know that our industry leadership depends, in large part, on the talent and character of our employees. At the same time, we are always accountable to our member-owners. That’s why we are so committed to providing a total compensation package that is reasonable, competitive, sustainable and balanced for all stakeholders. We are always looking for motivated candidates who share our dedication to customer service, teamwork, problem-solving and innovation. BEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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