Foundation Administrator - SLC, UT - #114195

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

The Role

Overview

Manages PacifiCorp Foundation operations: grant administration, finances, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • grant management
  • financial reporting
  • compliance
  • database management
  • stakeholder liaison
  • strategic support

Tasks

The Foundation Administrator manages the day-to-day operations of the PacifiCorp Foundation, operating as the Rocky Mountain Power Foundation in communities served by Rocky Mountain Power and the Pacific Power Foundation in communities served by Pacific Power. This role oversees grant administration, financial management, stakeholder engagement, strategic support and employee matching programs. The Foundation Administrator ensures the Foundation operates efficiently, transparently and in alignment with its mission to support the growth and vitality of the communities served by PacifiCorp. -Maintain and update grant administration policies and procedures to ensure clarity, consistency and compliance. -Collaborate with PacifiCorp community managers on grant requests, recommendations, funding distribution and communications. -Interface with internal departments including finance, tax, legal and treasury to support financial reports, tax documents and legal filings across multiple states. -Ensure compliance with IRS regulations and Foundation policies. -Prepare detailed reports on Foundation financials, grant distributions, program outcomes, funding recipient and media coverage to inform internal stakeholders, board members and external partners. -Maintain accurate records and documentation for all grants and contributions; manage the grants database. -Oversee the full grant lifecycle, including application intake, review, approval, disbursement and reporting. -Monitor and evaluate funded programs to assess impact and effectiveness. -Support implementation of strategic initiatives and funding priorities established by Foundation leadership. -Ensure timely and accurate disbursements and support transparent, compliant financial practices. -Manage employee matching and volunteer programs to support the charitable efforts of PacifiCorp employees. -Provide grant-related content for internal and external communications; review and edit news releases, website content, newsletter articles and social media posts to ensure accuracy and alignment with the Foundation’s voice and mission. -Manage the Foundation’s financial operations, including developing budgets, printing and distributing grant checks, maintaining financial records and reconciling expenditures. -Conduct research and analysis to evaluate grant proposals for alignment with the Foundation’s mission and assess community impact. -In collaboration with corporate communications, develop and refine materials that highlight the Foundation’s impact and initiatives. -Provide comprehensive support to the Foundation’s board, including scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing board materials, presenting funding priorities and grant recommendations and delivering updates during board meetings. -Serve as a liaison between the Foundation and nonprofit partners, community organizations and other stakeholders regarding application procedures, grant-making guidelines, communications and reporting.

Requirements

  • fluxx
  • excel
  • grant administration
  • bachelor's
  • 2+ years
  • project management

What You Bring

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. -Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures and workflows that support compliance, transparency and operational efficiency. -Demonstrated experience in or understanding of grant administration, nonprofit governance structures, funding mechanisms, IRS regulations for charitable giving and philanthropic best practices. -Ability to appropriately prioritize work activities, competing priorities, effectively manage projects and work cycles and complete responsibilities with limited oversight. -High level of integrity, discretion and dependability in handling sensitive information and representing the organization externally. -Experience with grant management software programs such as Fluxx or a similar platform. -Demonstrated understanding of the nonprofit and philanthropic landscape, gained through professional experience, volunteerism or other relevant involvement. -Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. -A minimum of two years of prior experience in a foundation, corporate social responsibility, community relations or nonprofit organization setting or demonstrated experience in a role requiring the following functions: administrative coordination, financial tracking or budgeting, stakeholder engagement, external relations, grant or donation processing, compliance monitoring, reporting and/or project management. -Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to draft professional correspondence, reports and presentations and work collaboratively across departments and with external partners. -Bachelor's degree in an applicable field or a combination of education and work experience that contributes to the development of proven skills and knowledge necessary to perform the functions of this position. -Demonstrated ability to align activities with broader goals, identify opportunities for impact and contribute to long-term planning and evaluation.

Benefits

Req Id: 114195Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25 Primary Location: SALT LAKE CITYDepartment: Human ResourcesSchedule: Full-Time - On-sitePersonnel Subarea: Exempt Hiring Range: $78,500 - $101,500 This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 12.00% of salary. Compensation details: 78500-101500 Yearly Salary Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

The Company

About Berkshire Hathaway Energy

-Founded as a part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the company has steadily grown into a diversified energy powerhouse. -Specializes in delivering sustainable energy solutions, including electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy. -Owns and operates a vast network of utility businesses across North America, as well as renewable energy projects worldwide. -Renowned for its large-scale wind farms and innovative solar energy projects that push the boundaries of clean energy. -Operates in diverse sectors such as water, residential, and commercial utilities, ensuring energy access to millions. -With a strong history of acquisition, it continues expanding its global footprint through strategic investments. -Works on both long-term utility infrastructure development and cutting-edge renewable energy solutions. -Focused on reducing carbon emissions and integrating more sustainable energy sources into the grid. -Stands out for its ability to seamlessly integrate renewable energy into traditional utility models while maintaining reliability.

Sector Specialisms

Utilities

Energy

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Natural Gas

Geothermal

Biomass

Hydro

Security Clearance

-employment contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, including marijuana testing.