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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Natural Areas Association<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Position Description<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>_____________________________________________________________________<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Position: </span></b><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Operations Manager<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Status: </span></b><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Part-time, 17.5 hours per week<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Reports to: </span></b><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Executive Director<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Location: </span></b><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Ligonier, PA<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Salary Range</span></b><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>: Dependent on experience<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Introduction:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The Natural Areas Association is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to natural areas<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>conservation.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>This position requires a commitment to the mission and expressed values of the Natural Areas Association.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The NAA’s mission is to support the community of natural areas professionals. We help members reach their<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>professional goals, promote natural areas management based on science, work to raise awareness about the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>need for natural areas conservation, and support natural areas research.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Purpose of Position:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The Operations Manager (OM) serves as the operations/business manager of the organization and is<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>responsible for daily operations and managing all business functions. Responsibilities include but are not<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>limited to: managing the NAA office, interfacing with members, vendors and the community; budgeting,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>financial reporting, and accounting oversight (in coordination with our bookkeeper); general NAA<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>administration including records-keeping and writing and/or guiding policy; supporting the Executive Director<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>with grants administration, fundraising and development support. The OM is responsible for furthering the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>goals, mission, and strategic plan of the organization by supporting the Executive Director, NAA staff and<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Board of Directors on key NAA programs and initiatives such as the Natural Areas Conference, student<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>programs, outreach, and other initiatives/programs. This is a new approach to this job position for NAA and the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>person hired will have the opportunity to work with a small, dedicated team to take the organization to a new<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>level, in a work environment that stresses collaboration and mutual support.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Responsibilities:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The responsibilities of the Operations Manager include, but are not limited to the following:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Wingdings-Regular;color:black'>! </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Budget and Finance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Utilize financial data to improve and control operational budgets<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Control inventory<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Review financial statements and data<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Facilitate budget development<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Participate on Finance Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Coordinates with Treasurer and bookkeeper on cash flow projections, accounting needs,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>budget development and monitoring, investments, and financial reports<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Respond to inquiries of Treasurer, Executive Director, Board of Directors, Bookkeeper, and<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Auditor<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Wingdings-Regular;color:black'>! </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>General administration<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Plan, direct and coordinate the operations of the organization<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Implement and manage operational plans<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Manage, develop and/or update operations policies and procedures manuals or guidelines<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Responsible for overall management of NAA business office<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Administer NAA office systems and communications (emails, general correspondence)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Develop and/or improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals. Formulate<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>and efficiencies. Monitor adherence to policies, bylaws, and procedures<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Maintain office files, records and schedules. Work in coordination with Board Secretary to<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>maintain NAA records such as meeting minutes, bylaws<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Provide general operating support to: the organization, ED, membership, Board of Directors,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>committees, and other individuals identified by ED or the Board.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Liaison and coordinate business-related contractors and vendors providing services to NAA<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>(e.g., printers, bookkeeper, technical support, etc.)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Identify, recommend and/or implement methods for improving operations and efficiencies<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Oversee and manage office technology (internet, phone, printers, etc.)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Overall Organizational Support<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>• Assist the ED, board members and staff with strategic planning, fundraising, implementation<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>of programs, conference planning and on-site activities, communications, fundraising and<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>other initiatives as requested.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Qualifications:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Professional, creative, enthusiastic, friendly personality who enjoys working with people;<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>willingness to collaborate with a team on a wide variety of initiatives and participants including staff,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>board, volunteers, contractors and interns<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Critical thinking and problem solving skills<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Excels at planning and organizing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Knowledge of and experience in operations management and/or business management<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Knowledge of and experienced in project management principles and practices<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Systematic, results-oriented person who thrives in an innovative, tasks-oriented environment<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, communications, non-profit<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>management or other applicable field; MBA or other advanced degree a plus<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Knowledge and command of nonprofit accounting (GAAP) principles and practices<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>3-5 years prior operations, administration, communications and/or finance experience<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>A proven track record of operations and/or project management. , as well as familiarity with<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Quickbooks, WordPress, and/or e-tapestry a big plus<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Must have outstanding writing and verbal communication skills<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong command of Excel and Word<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Must be highly organized and able to simultaneously manage multiple projects, establish<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>priorities and meet project deadlines<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>A self-starter, with a desire to learn and keep current with operations and non-profit administration<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>trends, including technology<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Willingness to work beyond conventional office hours as required<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Ability to travel to the annual Natural Areas Conference each year, as well as other meetings of<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>staff and/or board in various locations across the country<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Willingness and discipline to work in Ligonier, PA office as well as telecommute from home in as<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:Symbol;color:black'>• </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>A commitment to, and basic understanding of, NAA’s mission, vision and values<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Physical Demands:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Normal office duties as performed at a desk (may require long periods of sitting and computer typing).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Ability to carry equipment up to 15lbs. Driving to vendors or for errands may require the use of personal<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>vehicle.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Work Environment:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>responsibilities from time to time, as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Salary and Benefits:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Salary is dependent on experience. There is no health insurance or retirement plan with this position.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>The Natural Areas Association is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate because of race,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or marital status.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Arial-BoldMT",sans-serif;color:black'>To Apply:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Applications are due by December 5, 2016, and will be reviewed as received. E-mail Lisa Smith, Executive<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-autospace:none'><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>Director, at </span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:blue'>LSmith@naturalareas.org</span><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>. Please include a cover letter, current resume or CV and three<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"ArialMT",sans-serif;color:black'>professional references.</span><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p></div></body></html>