Seacoast Science Center (SSC) is a beloved nonprofit anchor institution for the NH seacoast community – a place to learn and have fun while developing an appreciation for our coastal environment and its inhabitants. At our home in historic Odiorne Point State Park, one of New Hampshire’s ocean-facing treasures, we inspire visitors to discover the wonders of our natural habitats. Families are encouraged to get their feet wet in the tide pools, explore the touch tank full of wondrous creatures from the Gulf of Maine, be awed by the sea life in aquarium exhibits, and develop a deeper appreciation for the preservation and health of our oceans
As the only oceanside science museum in the region, Seacoast Science Center is an integral part of New Hampshire’s cultural economy attracting 90,000 visitors annually, with thousands participating in school-related field trips and summer camp programs. A valued public resource, we encourage social interaction, community collaboration, and the pursuit of shared interests.
Position Summary
SSC is looking to add a Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) to its leadership team. The DFO will demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to apply sound business practices and strategies to SSC’s growing nonprofit organization. Creativity, market awareness, and entrepreneurial thinking are critical for success within SSC’s complex nonprofit operating model. The model is characterized by mission-related earned-income, diverse fundraising activities, business areas related to museum operations including admissions, retail and facility rental, and an extensive network of critical public and private partners. SSC is also poised to launch a transformative capital project that will substantially expand SSC’s facility, capacity, and its community benefit for New Hampshire and beyond. A demonstrated track record of institution level financial management is a core requirement for the DFO.
Qualifications and Skills
The Director of Finance and Operations should possess a thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance. Five years of organization-level financial management are required. Direct experience with financial processes, accounting, booking keeping, payroll/benefits is required. Experience in nonprofit accounting and business practices is a plus. The DFO must have a solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics. The DFO will be required to prioritize and organize multiple simultaneous activities and must be comfortable and highly productive in a digital work environment. They must possess excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, demonstrate a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. The ability to express oneself in a professional, yet engaging manner, verbally and in writing are critical for success as the DFO. Proficiency with Zoom, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and other virtual meeting platforms is also required.
Responsibilities
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As a measure to minimize internal hiring biases, all candidates submitting application materials will be asked to respond in writing to three short questions intended to give them the opportunity to map their skills onto SSC’s vision for its DFO. SSC will use these responses as its initial filter for all applicants. Failure to submit a response to the questions will result in a candidate being removed from further consideration.
Please visit www.seacoastsciencecenter.org/about/careers-internships to find directions on how to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 – $68,000.00 per year
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Work Location: One location
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