Director Of Operations Jobs

About Us:

Grounded.org is a campaign-building climate philanthropy focused on accelerating conservation and carbon sequestration efforts. We advocate for conservation and restoration models centered on local community and Indigenous leadership. Grounded is made up of a small team of highly passionate individuals committed to preserving a livable planet.

About the Position:

The Director of Operations oversees operational planning, documentation, and coordination across Grounded’s programs and general operations. This position will report to the Global Head of Impact and communicates among vendors, contractors, and Grounded staff. Duties include budgeting, accounting, and managing human resources. This position will also work as a key partner in logistics, event, and development efforts.

This is a full-time, fully remote position. Grounded offers competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience.

Operational Planning and Strategy

●Assist in the development of strategic plans for operational activities and special projects

●Develop documentation of timelines of deliverables, milestones, and major events for annual operations

●Work with legal counsel to ensure the organization complies with all non-profit standards and regulations.

●Liaise with executive management and communicate to relevant parties; facilitate coordination and communication among all operational functions of the organization

●Formulate suggestions on how to make optimum use of the resources of the organization

Human Resources

●Approve and process all payroll, benefits, and reimbursement payments

●Lead performance review process and assist Executive Leadership on any performance-related issues.

●Assist in hiring and onboarding all new employees and contractors.

Project Management

●Coordinate scheduling and logistics of any Grounded-related activities/meetings

●Work with vendors and leadership team to support the execution of Grounded programs and events

●Ensure project management standards are met across all Grounded documentation, deliverables, internal communications, and workflow

●Monitor and ensure quality and quantity of resource productivity

Budgeting and Accounting

●Work with funders, fiscal sponsor, and accountants to ensure that all necessary administrative and legal formalities are completed

●Ensure follow-through on invoice processing and review financial statements and data for inconsistencies

●Prepare and document operational budgets and work with Executive Leadership to prepare organizational annual budgets. Plan and support effective strategies for the financial well-being of the organization

●Assist with support for audit requirements and tax preparation in line with standard Non-profit operations and Grounded policies

You Are:

●Passionate about addressing the climate crisis

●Highly collaborative and an effective communicator

●Impeccably organized and detail-obsessed

●Strategic thinker with experience in identifying and leveraging opportunities to solve complex problems.

●Comfortable with a fast-paced, team-based atmosphere rooted in team solidarity

You Come With:

●Bachelor’s degree; Master’s or advanced degree in a relevant field preferred, including business administration, project management, or nonprofit management

●5 to 8 years experience (supervisory or leadership experience preferred) in business operations

●Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management

●Knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices

●Knowledge of human resource principles and practices

What We Offer:

●Competitive salary (Salary Range for this position is $120-140K, commensurate with experience)

●Solid medical, dental, and vision coverage

●4 weeks paid vacation; paid holidays

●401(k) matching

●Learning and development opportunities

●Commitment to an inclusive and diverse work environment.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected], with the subject line “Director of Operations Application.”

Grounded strives to make each employee feel valued, appreciated, and safe to be who they are at work. Grounded does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.