Join us at the exciting and innovative intersection of well-being and nature. We’re a mission-driven youth development non-profit that has experienced rapid growth in the past five years, and we need to expand our management capacity. If you are looking for a chance to demonstrate your abilities to organize, coordinate, and manage all while supporting the well-being of underserved children and advancing the appreciation of natural spaces, then we have an opportunity for you.
Job Summary:
The Operations Director will provide critical “back of the house” structure and organization for Farrington Nature Linc (FNL). We are looking for a mission-focused, highly organized, process-minded team member with experience in operations, finance, HR, facilities management and external relations. This position will act as the lead on all internal facing systems and operations.
We are looking for someone with great people skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to help us create a well-organized, efficiently run organization that fully embraces our values and serves our mission.
Organization Overview:
Farrington Nature Linc’s mission is to enhance the well-being of children from low-income communities through a connection with the natural world. Our 75 acres of woodlands, fields, and ponds near Boston are dedicated to providing respite and inspiration for children who might not otherwise have this opportunity. We envision a world in which every child has access to nature; every child learns that nature is a powerful source of health and happiness; and every child believes that the stewardship of nature strengthens communities.
We are a small but mighty, and growing, team, serving over 3,500 youth per year through summer, vacation, and afterschool programs. Learn more at our website farringtonnaturelinc.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Position Summary:
The Operations Director will assist with many aspects of running FNL, including operations, programs, HR, facilities management, and external relations.
Percentages of time (below) are estimates and would fluctuate with the seasonal nature of programming. The position serves as a key member of the management team, and reports directly to the Executive Director.
This is a full-time salaried position with benefits, including vacation and sick leave.
Operations, Finance and Administration (60-70):
Facilities Management (30-40%)
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Attitude
Additional Requirements
Employees are required to utilize their personal cell phones for business-related needs. FNL provides reimbursement and a virtual phone system. If an employee does not possess a reliable cell phone, alternative arrangements may be made.
Work happens between office spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions, or in a barn with limited heating/cooling.
Applicants must agree to a CORI and driving records check as part of the job screening, but evidence of a criminal record is not necessarily an impediment to hiring. A copy of our CORI policy is available on request.
Join us at the exciting and innovative intersection of well-being and nature. We’re a mission-driven youth development non-profit that has experienced rapid growth in the past five years, and we need to expand our management capacity. If you are looking for a chance to demonstrate your abilities to organize, coordinate, and manage all while supporting the well-being of underserved children and advancing the appreciation of natural spaces, then we have an opportunity for you.
Job Summary:
The Operations Director will provide critical “back of the house” structure and organization for Farrington Nature Linc (FNL). We are looking for a mission-focused, highly organized, process-minded team member with experience in operations, finance, HR, facilities management and external relations. This position will act as the lead on all internal facing systems and operations.
We are looking for someone with great people skills, emotional intelligence, and the…
Benefits include 25 days of paid vacation and sick time; flex time; mileage reimbursement; cell phone reimbursement of up to $25/month; a yearly stipend of up to $6,300 that is intended to go toward health, dental, or vision insurance and/or retirement savings, managed independently by the employee; bereavement; 8 weeks of unpaid leave for birth, adoption, or medical needs of self or a family member.
Benefits include 25 days of paid vacation and sick time; flex time; mileage reimbursement; cell phone reimbursement of up to $25/month; a yearly stipend of up to $6,300 that is intended to go toward health, dental, or vision insurance and/or retirement savings, managed independently by the employee; bereavement; 8 weeks of unpaid leave for birth, adoption, or medical needs of self or a family member.
Ability to speak and write in English with a high level of proficiency. Spanish as a second language is a plus!
Ability to speak and write in English with a high level of proficiency. Spanish as a second language is a plus!
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume with “Operations Director- [Your First and Last Name]” in the subject line. Include all relevant professional, volunteer, and personal experience. No phone calls, please.
Applicants from low-income backgrounds and/or people who identify as BIPOC (Black, indigenous, and people of color) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume with “Operations Director- [Your First and Last Name]” in the subject line. Include all relevant professional, volunteer…