What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Specialist position at United Way of the Wabash Valley?
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work for a great nonprofit organization, doing important work in our community, please consider applying for the Operations Specialist position at United Way of the Wabash Valley (UWWV).
The Operations Specialist is a full-time position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the organization, ensuring that UWWV is performing efficiently, effectively, and adhering to all policies. This includes working with the Resource Development and Community Impact departments to help streamline our work. They also provide administrative support for the Executive Director and are a liaison with committees.
Essential Responsibilities
- Manages the internal financial processes of UWWV.
- Assists Resource Development with maintaining records for workplace campaigns.
- Provides grant administration and oversight for the organization.
- Seeks and facilitates applications to external grants that support UWWV’s work.
- Manages office resources, vendors, technology, and supplies.
- Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and resources to improve and streamline organizational efficiencies.
- Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related policies (SOP), practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
- Oversees the organization’s facility management and information technology.
- Serves as liaison for the Board of Directors, the Executive Committee, and the Finance Committee.
- Provides executive support to the Executive Director, team support and special projects.
- Provides general administrative support for the organization.
Critical Skills & Abilities
- Analytical skills: Able to gather relevant data using appropriate methodologies and analyze that data in such a manner that valid conclusions and insinuations can be drawn that assist in making important business decisions.
- Communication skills: Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; is tactful, considerate, and respectful in dealing with others; and cooperates with all other staff to complete assignments. Position requires extensive and independent contact/communications with volunteers.
- Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail: Able to develop or follow detailed procedures and ensures accuracy in documentation and data; carefully monitors processes; concentrates on details and organizes and maintains a system of records.
- Organization and planning skills: Able to manage multiple activities; determines urgency in a meaningful and practical way; creates plans; organizes and schedules people and tasks effectively.
- Understands technology: Able to quickly learn and understand technical aspects of the position; able to set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Education and Experience
The successful candidate will possess a minimum of a 4-year undergraduate degree, preferably with a major in a relevant field. A minimum of two (2) years of nonprofit human service experience is preferred.
Job Complexity
Work requires substantial judgment and analytic ability requiring somewhat complex work, organizing information for reports and solving minor problems.
Hours and Compensation
- Full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA non-exempt position
- Schedule is Monday-Friday, in person
- Annual salary range of $44,000-$51,000 based on candidate credentials and experience
- The position is eligible for UWWV benefits, vacation and holiday pay
Benefits: 401(k), dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, vision insurance
Application Procedures:
PLEASE PROVIDE A COVER LETTER.
We would like to hear how your education and experience meet or exceed the requirements of the position. Include in your cover letter your skills and experience in the following areas: teamwork, volunteer management, communication, and community involvement.
Please apply by responding to this job posting. You may also mail or drop off hard copies at:
United Way of the Wabash Valley
Attn: Dorothy Chambers
100 South 7th Street
Terre Haute, IN 47807
We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Apply early for first consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $44,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- nonprofit operations: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $44,000 - $51,000
