Position Summary:

Rural Vermont’s organizational structure is horizontal, which means the Operations Director works closely with co-directors to manage the organization. The Operations Director leads the day-to-day operations of Rural Vermont and contributes to communications and development, while working with other staff to build a thriving organizational culture and effectively support community-scale agriculture across the state. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and perform administrative functions, including financial reports, staff orientation, payroll, Salesforce (consumer management software)

• Oversee bookkeeping, deposits and financial records

• Help develop an operating budget, cash flow and manage fiscal and legal matters, in coordination with Development Director and Board of Directors

• Manage paper and electronic filing systems

• Manage all service, insurance and other business-related accounts

• Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors

• Collect mail, receive phone messages/inquiries, and coordinate responses amongst staff

• Manage Rural Vermont merchandise and orders

• Manage Rural Vermont’s donation receipts and thank you process for members

• Support fundraising efforts, including tabling, mailings, grant writing/editing and appeals

• Co-lead communications efforts, including co-managing Communications Circle, social media, branding materials, publications, etc.

• Maintain and perform website design, updates & maintenance

• Ensure office supplies and outreach materials are stocked and available to staff; assist in shared office maintenance tasks

• Attend weekly staff meetings, quarterly board meetings and annual meeting

• Assist with event coordination, volunteer management and programming for Rural Vermont members; special projects, as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in operational management, financial records, office management & database management

• Strong proficiency in using Microsoft Office, Google Suite & Squarespace (or similar platforms)

• Interest in or experience with messaging, storytelling, marketing, etc.

• Experience working with a range of social media platforms

• Interest or experience in a sociocratic/cooperative/horizontal operating structure

• Excellent communication skills and resourceful, creative problem solver

• Self-starter and ability to work independently

• Ability to develop timelines and ensure timeliness with all financial procedures

• Flexible; be able to manage varying workloads and make necessary decisions on tasks

• Ability to be in the office in Montpelier regularly; some remote work available

• Commitment and knowledge of Vermont’s food systems, farms, social justice and the mission of Rural Vermont

Desirable Qualifications:

• Basic IT support (such as managing virtual events, cyber security, troubleshooting tech issues)

• Volunteer management

• Development/grant writing experience

• Graphic design experience

• Experience creating basic audio / video communications

Details: 

• 25 hours/week (some flexibility for the right person!)
• $24-26/hour starting pay
• Generous paid time off 
• Flexible schedule
• Option to work some hours remotely (with remainder at Montpelier VT office)
• Dog-friendly office
• Position open until filled