Museum Operations & Projects Lead

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation

Sick time

15 paid holidays

Free museum admission

Job summary

The San Diego Natural History Museum seeks an Operations Manager to support the CFO/COO and multiple departments in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. This mid-level role combines strategic analysis, project coordination and operational oversight to improve efficiency and service across accounting, HR, facilities, admissions, bar and events.

Reporting to the CFO/COO, you will manage process improvements, vendor relationships and internal controls while mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of operations management experience
• Developing financial and business acumen
• Ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proactive, independent worker with initiative

Responsibilities

• Strategic CFO/COO support (50%) including research and analysis
• Project manage division initiatives and prepare reports/presentations
• Oversee bar inventory and related accounting
• Coordinate division purchasing and invoicing
• Manage museum vehicle fleet and insurance certificates
• Occasional facilities open/close support
• Handle other duties as assigned (10%)

Skills

Operations management

Project management

Budgeting

Communication

Leadership

MS Office

Education

BS/BA strongly preferred

High school degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM/POS systems

Accounting software

Job description

The San Diego Natural History Museum seeks an Operations Manager to support the CFO/COO and multiple departments in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. This mid-level role combines strategic analysis, project coordination and operational oversight to improve efficiency and service across accounting, HR, facilities, admissions, bar and events.

Reporting to the CFO/COO, you will manage process improvements, vendor relationships and internal controls while mentoring staff.