Operations and Events Coordinator

Our primary mission is educating the public about water, wetlands, and wildlife and the need to conserve these essential resources. We offer education classes for k-12 students, nature seminars, bird walks, boardwalk tours, scouting programs, and special events focused on the natural world, emphasizing activities for families. The Operations and Events Coordinator ensure the smooth day-to-day operations of the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center by managing administrative systems, facilities, events logistics, and volunteer coordination. Oversee front desk operations and visitor flow, including greeting guests and providing Wetland Center orientation.Maintain Wetland Center Nature Store operations including inventory tracking, pricing and sales reporting.Manage membership systems and records, ensuring accurate data collection and quarterly acknowledgements.Maintain accurate “master lists” of contacts (visitor, members, donors, teachers) in coordination with the Executive Director.Maintain secure documentation of system access and passwords in accordance with organizational protocols.Events Coordination & Execution Strong organizational and systems-management skills, including scheduling, documentation, recordkeeping, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.Experience coordinating logistics for events, programs, and public-facing operations in a nonprofit, museum, nature center, or similar setting.Working knowledge of administrative and operational processes, including basic financial tasks such as invoice processing, expense tracking, and reconciliation.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, POS systems (including Square), and database or recordkeeping platforms.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, volunteers, vendors, and external partners.Comfort working in a dynamic, onsite environment with shifting daily needs; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.Qualities