Operations Director

Operations Director 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, NH 03246 $60,000

• $65,000 a year
• Full-time $60,000
• $65,000 a year
• Full-time (Full Time) The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, methodical, and a systems-oriented thinker.

You possess the flexibility to celebrate the variety of strengths, skills, and styles that comprise Prescott Farm's dynamic team and have a genuine enthusiasm for our mission of environmental education and stewardship. We pride ourselves on a culture that is level-headed and upbeat. You'll join a collaborative leadership team that values humor, mutual support, and a science-backed approach to education. Note on

Workspace & Fit:

We operate out of a high-energy, shared leadership workspace that encourages mutual support. While we utilize a communal main work area, separate meeting rooms are available for focused tasks or confidential discussions. We don't expect you to be a master plumber, an IT genius, and a CPA all at once. We are looking for a disciplined project manager and a "people person" who knows how to ask the right questions, coordinate with experts, and ensure that our systems support our mission.

Responsibilities General Operations & Programming Strategic Alignment:

Collaborates with the Executive Director on expansion and community partnerships aligned with the 2026 Strategic Plan.

Compliance:

Ensures all state and local filing requirements are met; collaborates with Camp and Preschool Directors on state licensing.

Data & Archives:

Oversees management of archives and files; works with the Administrative Coordinator to maintain mission impact data.

Coordination:

Manages the annual Community Connections program schedule and generates quarterly board updates.

Human Resources & Finance Staff Support:

Provides general support to ensure staff success and coordinates annual staff development days.

HR Administration:

Coordinates recruitment, onboarding, and benefits; ensures compliance with all HR laws; oversees weekly payroll.

Financial Oversight:

Reviews monthly bills for payment; collaborates on annual operating and capital budgets; verifies the accuracy of monthly financial statements.

Facilities, IT, & Risk Management Facilities:

Ensures facilities, equipment, and assets are maintained; coordinates repairs with the Caretaker and manages custodial staff; oversees well water monitoring.

Information Technology:

Troubleshoots IT challenges; coordinates data protection; researches new technology purchases.

Safety:

Takes a leadership role in mitigating risks and implementing the Emergency Action Plan; coordinates insurance reviews and workers' compensation audits.

Skills, Education, & Experience Education:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.

Leadership:

5-7 years of progressive leadership experience, ideally in a nonprofit or environmental setting.

Oversight:

Proven track record in multi-disciplinary management, including HR, Facilities, and IT.

Technical Proficiency:

Expert in MS Office and Google Workspace; ability to integrate CRM databases and registration platforms into daily workflows.

Financial Literacy:

Knowledge of basic nonprofit financial reports (income statements, balance sheets, A/R and A/P aging summaries).

Requirements:

Ability to produce professional results under deadlines and must pass a criminal background check.

Position Details Status:

Permanent full-time, year-round salaried position

Starting Salary :

$60,000

• $65,000

Benefits:

Health, life, and long-term disability insurance;

SIMPLE IRA

with match; paid time off; and support for professional development.

Reports to:

Executive Director. To Apply Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 professional references to Jude Hamel, Executive Director, at jhamel@prescottfarm.org. Click here to view PDF version of position