Culture Partner

Details Culture Partner Application due date: November 18, 2026 Location: Maple Grove, MN (Eligible for hybrid schedule) Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction. Visa sponsorship is not available. Full-Time We are the people we power. As Minnesota’s not-for-profit electric cooperative, our member-owners and their members impact every decision we make. Because their needs are our needs, and their dreams are our dreams. Summary The successful candidate will advance an intentional, inspired culture by designing and coordinating employee engagement initiatives and shared experiences that bring employees together and strengthen GRE’s culture by translating company values into strategic communications and experiences. Advance strategy, design, and activation of the company’s internal culture to ensure that GRE’s values translate into daily habits, high employee retention, strong cross-team collaboration, and an authentic We Are GRE brand. Focuses on initiatives that make employees feel valued, supported and inspired and supports GRE’s mission, vision and values. Collaborates with leadership and staff across the organization to bring the organization’s culture to life in authentic and impactful ways. Total Rewards A typical starting range for this position is $95,000 - $130,000 (annually). We offer market competitive base pay and adjust our offer accordingly based upon the value of the candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, our Total Rewards strategy focuses on recognizing individual performance and rewarding business results. Our robust Total Rewards package includes exceptional benefits and retirement, a focus on continuous engagement, recognition, personal and professional development, and an emphasis on work-life effectiveness. Responsibilities Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Design and deliver experiences that strengthen camaraderie, celebrate employees, and support a thriving culture. End-to-end execution of company-wide enrichment programs including community giving campaign, blood drive, donation opportunities, heritage month celebrations, employee appreciation events, volunteer opportunities, and other culture building experiences and recognition moments. Manage relationships and logistics with vendor coordination and event execution. Gather feedback and insights to improve engagement and shared experience offerings. Track related budget and tie financial investments in culture directly to measurable business outcomes. Lead and facilitate We Are GRE council to align initiatives with GRE values and culture goals under executive sponsor advisory. Align the company’s internal culture to broader societal impacts by designing philanthropic, volunteering, and community participation initiatives. Serve as the primary liaison and logistical support resource for employee resource groups (ERGs) to support programming, logistics, communications and visibility. Support ERG leaders with planning, promotion, budget coordination, and event coordination. Partner with internal communications to promote employee activities and shared experiences with clear, engaging messaging for events, programs and culture moments. Partner with marketing and talent acquisition to showcase the company's internal culture through external channels, social media, and careers pages. Design ways to promote GRE’s internal culture with external opportunities to build reputation. Ensure new hires feel welcomed, informed and connected to GRE’s culture by facilitating cultural immersion sessions for new hires to introduce company values, norms, and strategies by meeting with them 30-60 days after initial onboarding. Qualifications Knowledge typically acquired through a bachelor’s degree in business, organizational culture, communications, marketing, event planning or related field/equivalent. Minimum of five plus years of progressively responsible experience with a focus on culture, event planning, and/or employee engagement. Two plus years project management experience needed. Prior knowledge and demonstrated success in coordinating events and/or programs a must. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of communications practices and procedures. Knowledge of culture, event planning and engagement practices and strategies in support of companywide and business group initiatives. Knowledge of modern workplace trends including hybrid work arrangements, dispersed workforce, inclusion initiatives, and well-being. Knowledge and experience applying project management processes and tools in executing events with many interrelated activities, milestones and budgets. Skills in communication, both written and verbal. Must be able to present a professional image, establish credibility, build relationships and partner with all levels within the organization, as well as external partners. Skills in preparing written materials including presentations, reports and correspondence to meet purpose and audience. Skills in strategic thinking, including the ability to assess internal and external factors that have an impact on a positive and successful outcome. Skills in discovering and identifying root causes of problems/issues with the ability to develop recommendations for resolution. Skills with Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, Access and Excel; strong demonstration of skills with various report writing tools. Ability to be a focused, active listener. Ability to turn GRE values into strategic communications and experiences, making culture something employees can feel. Ability to work with confidential data and circumstances, maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion and use sound judgement in dealing with others. Ability to juggle multiple and/or competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to multitask and coordinate projects simultaneously while applying the appropriate time management and prioritization. Ability to appreciate differences in individuals, in thoughts and in abilities to understand and appreciate different/opposing perspectives on issues. Ability to be collaborative across teams and/or work groups, build relationships and establish credibility. Ability to be innovative and creative with processes, programs, options and solutions. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize time/workload to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. Ability and responsibility to work safely alone and with others while following GRE safety rules, certifications and procedures. Ability and responsibility to ensure security procedures are followed including immediate notification of potential incidents. GRE values diversity, equity and inclusion and we are an equal employment opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Great River Energy