Operations Manager, Great Plains - Nonprofit Impact

National Audubon Society; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 64,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Audubon Society is seeking an Operations Manager to provide comprehensive administrative support across the Great Plains. This on-site role supports gifts processing, contracts, grants tracking, travel logistics, and office management for the Fargo or Lincoln offices, reporting to the Vice President of the Great Plains.

The position emphasizes financial stewardship, vendor relations, board logistics, and donor stewardship, with a focus on accurate reporting and collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with 5+ years in operations, logistics, or program management.
• Strong office administration experience and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proven knowledge of financial systems including bookkeeping, AR/AP, and contract processing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as financial point of contact for the Great Plains program and manage accounts payable.
• Process invoices, reimbursements, and ensure proper documentation in the AI systems.
• Support budget preparation, grants tracking, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate board meeting logistics, travel, materials, and venue arrangements.
• Maintain donor records in Salesforce and ensure accurate contact/activity notes.
• Assist with vendor management, onboarding, and office supply inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

The National Audubon Society is seeking an Operations Manager to provide comprehensive administrative support across the Great Plains. This on-site role supports gifts processing, contracts, grants tracking, travel logistics, and office management for the Fargo or Lincoln offices, reporting to the Vice President of the Great Plains.

The position emphasizes financial stewardship, vendor relations, board logistics, and donor stewardship, with a focus on accurate reporting and collaborative