Manomet is a nonprofit committed to science-based decisions for humans and nature.
Our scientists and staff work from Alaska to Argentina. Our headquarters are located on a 40-acre waterfront campus in Plymouth, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod Bay, 45 miles south of Boston. We have a satellite office in Brunswick, Maine. With an annual budget of approximately $6M and more than 30 scientists and staff, Manomet offers an entrepreneurial atmosphere of dedicated professionals who support each other toward a common vision of creating a more sustainable world.
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Staff Accountant
Position Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Finance
Reports To: Assistant Controller
FLSA Classification: Full Time, Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Manomet, Inc. seeks a full-time Staff Accountant who is responsible for providing support to Manomet’s Finance and Accounting Department. The Staff Accountant will participate in many aspects of the company’s accounting and financial activities. The ideal candidate will be a team player who pivots well with changing priorities. They will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, time management ability and an understanding of accounting principles and GAAP. This position provides support to the Controller, Assistant Controller and Finance Department with general accounting functions.
ABOUT MANOMET:
Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Process Accounts Payable invoices and print checks as necessary
- Maintain prepaid schedule
- Set up bank transfers in NetSuite
- Maintain petty cash
- Prepare incoming gifts for electronic deposit
- Credit Card reconciliation/Manage employee expense reports
- Provide Accounts Receivable assistance as needed
- Assist with the month-end close cycle to trial balance
- Assist with year-end audit
- Document processes and policies to support internal controls
- Other duties as assigned by the Assistant Controller and Controller
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
- Experience maintaining confidentiality with personal and sensitive information
- Experience in nonprofit accounting is desirable
- NetSuite experience or skilled in similar accounting software is preferred
- Proficiency in Excel and Word
- Must have valid driver’s license, some local travel may be required
- Must successfully pass a background check
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Normal office business environment.
- Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
- Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
- Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift 10lbs
- Hybrid work possible; preferred 3-4 days a week in Plymouth office.
SALARY RANGE: ($60,000 -$65,000)
Compensation commensurate with experience. Manomet offers excellent benefits including health insurance, dental, 403b match, life insurance and several other benefits.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter to jobs@manomet.org by November 27th, 2023. Please reference job title in subject line.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Development Assistant
Position Title: Development Assistant
Department: Development
Reports To: Director of Development
FLSA Classification: PT/Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
Manomet, Inc. seeks a part-time (20 hours/week) Development Assistant to be part of a small, but dedicated, fundraising team. Working closely with and reporting to the Director of Development. The Development Assistant will support the development department with general administrative and database support. This role will also assist the Development Team with research as needed, as well as support day-to-day development operations. In addition, the role will provide organization and support for events. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with attention to detail, who works exceptionally well individually and as part of a team, with a can-do attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
General Administrative & Database Support
Support the development department with the following administrative/database functions:
- Prepare and print gift acknowledgment letters for donors;
- Ensure gift acknowledgment letters are accurate and sent on a timely basis;
- Update correspondence and stewardship materials for Development team, including acknowledgment letters, emails to donors, members, and foundations;
- Organize and distribute donor letters to appropriate Manomet staff for stewardship;
- Assist with recording donor research, actions, and touchpoints into Raiser’s Edge donor/prospect database;
- Update and distribute stewardship reminders to ensure staff are aware of required stewardship;
- Maintain and update mailing lists in Constant Contact, and biographical and financial donor information in Raiser’s Edge;
- Maintain physical and digital donor files;
- Backup and assist with gift processing;
- Assist with donor cultivation and stewardship for specific fundraising campaigns;
Prospect Research
Assist in researching prospective donors to identify likely funding sources, including:
- Existing donors with greater capacity;
- New prospects;
- Corporations and foundations whose funding affinity matches Manomet’s mission
Events Support
Provide organization and support for events from start to finish, including:
- Track RSVPs and assist with follow-up calls to invitees;
- Create name tags and other materials for events;
- Confirm details with venues/hosts, and handle deliveries and other basic logistics;
- Staff Manomet table at events hosted by other organizations
- Perform related duties as directed by the Director of Development.
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge/Raiser’s Edge NXT (or another CRM)
- Demonstrated high proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google applications (Docs, Sheets, and Forms)
- Possess a strict sense of confidentiality, discretion, and respect for information privacy
- Experience developing, planning, and coordinating events a plus
- Commitment to Manomet’s mission to use science and collaboration to improve the health of flyways, coastal ecosystems, and working lands and seas
- Reliable method of transportation; Must have valid driver’s license.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Occasional regional travel is a possibility. Travel is reimbursed. (If applicable)
- Normal office business environment.
- Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
- Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
- Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
- Hybrid work possible; at least 2 days a week in Plymouth, MA office.
SALARY RANGE: Pay rate up to $22.00/hour
Compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits include mandatory state benefits for part-time employees, paid vacation, holidays, and sick time. All regular employees are also eligible for Manomet’s 403b retirement benefit.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter, jobs@manomet.org by November 10, 2023. Please reference job title in subject line.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Senior Content Manager
Position Title: Senior Content Manager
Department: Marketing and Communications
Reports To: Senior Director, Marketing and Communications
FLSA Classification: Full Time/Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Content Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the organization achieves its plans for growth in alignment with its mission, vision, and values. This individual will report to the Senior Director Marketing and Communications to execute Manomet’s marketing and communications strategies by developing and distributing timely, relevant content for audiences. The Senior Content Manager will be responsible for formulating a cross platform content strategy across vehicles, digital and print content creation, managing Manomet’s editorial content calendar, and managing the organization’s website and social media presence. Ideally, the candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This individual should also possess a creative eye and keen attention to detail. Hybrid/Remote work is possible, and some travel might be expected.
ABOUT MANOMET:
Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Develop, write, edit, and manage content in collaboration with Senior. Director, Marketing Communications for all Manomet’s channels and communication vehicles, all to promote Manomet’s work and mission, and inform and delight audiences.
- Lead content creation for Manomet’s social media, including video, written posts, and photos, in collaboration with Senior. Director, Marketing and Communications, development, and program teams
- Maintain communications and marketing editorial content calendar for web, print, and social media, working with Senior Director, Marketing and Communications and development team to sync content across all communications and fundraising vehicles
- Manage website and email marketing, including monthly e-newsletter
- Promote a consistent brand identity on all channels
- Work with Senior. Director, Marketing and Communications and Director for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice (DEIJ)to seek opportunities to integrate Manomet’s DEIJ work into all communications vehicles and expose Manomet’s work to more diverse audiences
- Manage all aspects of Manomet’s social media channels including Facebook, lnstagram, Twitter, Linked In, and YouTube, and explore other platforms
- Work with Senior Director, Marketing and Communications to drive strategy to increase engagement on Manomet’s website and social media accounts
- Monitor, report, and present on online engagement analytics (web, email, social media, and earned media)
- Work with videographers, photographers, and graphic designers/artists to maximize Manomet’s visual storytelling
- Monitor industry trends and provide recommendations to improve strategies and maintain a competitive edge
- Perform related duties as directed by the Senior Director, Marketing and Communications
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in communications and/or marketing, preferably in a nonprofit organization
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as journalism, public relations, or communications desired
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Familiarity with CMS platforms
- Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while managing deadlines
- Design skills a plus
- SEO experience a plus
- Strong passion for Manomet’s mission and program work
- Must successfully pass a background check.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability and willingness to travel to various locations in the US as necessary to complete job duties. Travel may also be international. Travel is reimbursed. (If applicable)
- Normal office business environment.
- Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
- Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
- Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
- Hybrid/Remote work possible.
SALARY RANGE: ($62,000-$81,000)
Compensation commensurate with experience. Manomet offers excellent benefits including health insurance, dental, 403b match, life insurance and several other benefits.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please email a resume and cover letter, jobs@manomet.org by October 31, 2023. Please reference job title in subject line.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
U360 Business Sustainability Intern
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
U360 is an innovative experiential education and professional development program for college students, focused on environmental and business sustainability. The two-semester curriculum incorporates applied science, business, and sustainability workshops, career skills training, sustainability assessments of small businesses, and a Capstone project. U360 is offered by the nonprofit organization, Manomet, as part of its efforts to prepare the next generation of changemakers to tackle the climate crisis and other complex issues we face.
U360 students build their knowledge of the “triple-bottom line” of business sustainability (environmental, social, and governance), environmental and conservation issues, and business management through workshops and direct interactions with small business owners. U360 offers real-world experience in three vital areas that are critical to effective change-making and career preparation: applied knowledge of practical sustainability, how to engage people with different viewpoints, and professional skills (particularly soft skills, which are highly prioritized by employers). U360 students benefit from intensive training and mentoring as they develop their professionalism, personal confidence, and communication, collaboration, creative problem- solving, and strategic-thinking skills. Then, they put all of that into practice when they independently interview up to 20 small business owners about their day-to-day operations, which includes administering Manomet’s Root360 assessment survey of their triple-bottom line. At the end of the program, U360 students complete a culminating project: each student selects one of the businesses they interviewed, creates a Sustainability Action Plan (SAP) for that company, and presents their SAP to judges from the business and sustainability fields in a Capstone competition.
U360 empowers college students to take action on the environmental, social, and economic challenges that will disproportionately impact their generation, and gives them skills and knowledge they can bring to any job or industry. U360 alumni stand out from their peers when entering the workforce due to their exceptional communication skills, personal confidence, relationship-building and networking ability, and comprehensive understanding of business operations. U360 is more than a class or an internship: it’s a unique community of passionate changemakers that supports students during their time in U360, and for years beyond through engagement with our active alumni network.
Manomet believes that addressing today’s environmental, social, and economic challenges requires bringing together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The organization is committed to working with people who are underrepresented in the field of sustainability and to enrolling U360 classes that have geographic, academic, racial and ethnic, socioeconomic, and age diversity. Participating interns have the unique opportunity to meet and work closely with students from other colleges throughout the United States; becoming part of a network of peers who also want to make a difference in the world. (Additionally, U360 students will also have an exclusive opportunity to apply during the fall for a paid summer internship with Manomet’s Fisheries Team to support their work building resilient and productive coastal ecosystems and communities in the Gulf of Maine. Detailed information about this immersive experience in intertidal and coastal fieldwork, data management, and community engagement will be made available to any U360 students interested in applying.)
More information about the U360 Business Sustainability Internship Program can be found here.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Details:
- U360 is designed for students enrolled in business, economics, science, environmental, sustainability and/or liberal arts programs, but all majors are welcome to apply.
- This is a team program, and each year, up to 40 students are enrolled from different colleges and divided into teams of no more than eight.
- To increase access to this program, U360 is (and always has been) an entirely remote program with a high level of mentorship, support, and engagement between the students and the U360 staff and team of alumni assistants. Students participate from their own campuses and travel is not required.
- The program is an average of 10 hours/week, which includes scheduled trainings, workshops, and weekly team meetings, along with independent research, outreach, and interviews with business owners. Students work remotely and create their own schedule for their independent work. (The workshops and team meetings will be scheduled once the teams are formed, to accommodate every student’s availability.)
- Students are required to attend all trainings, workshops, and weekly team meetings via live video conference.
- U360 is an entirely student-centered program that is both a comprehensive educational experience (more like a class) and an unpaid internship; the curriculum is focused on helping students develop the NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers) competencies that employers are seeking. Students can often earn college credit for participation (depending on each school’s policies, major requirements, etc.), while also including it on their resume as internship experience.
- The time commitment and workload are equivalent to a college course, so ideally U360 takes the place of a class in the student’s schedule and is not being done on top of a full course load.
When & Where:
- U360 is a two-semester (or three-trimester, if applicable) program and students are required to participate for the entire school year, excluding all university holidays and breaks.
- U360 is an entirely remote program and students participate from their own campuses.
- U360 operates on Eastern Time, so for the entire year students must either be located in that time zone or somewhere with no more than a three-hour time difference from the eastern time zone.
Requirements:
- Must be an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior during the U360 school year
- Interest in business and/or sustainability
- Basic computer skills (specifically Microsoft Office and Google programs)
- Confidence with conversational English (written and verbal) due to the high volume of correspondence students have with many different professionals
Preferred skills and experience:
- Self-motivated with comfort working independently and excellent time management
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and communicate effectively (verbally and in writing)
- A willingness to contact and interact with professionals in person, over the phone and video, and via email
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Instructions for applying:
The deadline to apply for the 2023-2024 school year is 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on June 15th.
Combine a cover letter, your current resume, and three references into one PDF file, and email that file to Lora Babb, U360 Director, at U360@manomet.org with the subject line “U360 Internship Application.” (Please include each reference’s name, relationship to you, email address, and phone number. NOTE: at least one reference must be a professional reference and no direct relatives can be listed as a reference.)
You must also complete this online application questionnaire.
Want to learn more about U360? Join an upcoming info session hosted by U360 program director Lora Babb and hear from past participants about what U360 did for them.
Science Educator (Part-Time)
POSITION SUMMARY
Looking for a fun, flexible job working with children and protecting the environment? Manomet seeks a creative and enthusiastic part-time educator to deliver programs to K-12 students and the general public. The Science Educator will be an integral part of our small but growing education team. Duties will include leading outdoor and indoor environmental education programs in Brockton and in Plymouth, mentoring youth groups such as the Massachusetts Young Birders Club, Brockton High School Envirothon, and Brockton Green Team, staffing events and festivals, and supporting the Education Manager and the rest of the Environmental Education and Outreach Team at Manomet through curriculum design and testing, project and program coordination, and other duties.
Manomet’s Education and Outreach program is in a period of growth and expansion particularly as we increase programming in the City of Brockton as part of our NOAA funded Brockton Kids Lead the Way initiative, which will be a primary focus of the Science Educator. The person who fulfills this position will be passionate about providing outdoor education programming to a wide range of audiences and will have an intentional focus on environmental justice and DEIJA. Brockton Kids Lead the Way focuses on helping students feel connected to the outdoors and empowered to take action as environmental stewards in their own communities. We are looking for motivated candidates who have a combined interest in education, conservation and action. Manomet welcomes applicants with a wide range of experience and will provide on the job training for the right person.
This part-time position will require in-person work in Brockton, MA and at Manomet HQ in Plymouth, MA, particularly during school hours and at busy times of year, but there may also be potential to work from home at other times. Travel to additional locations may be required. Hours are flexible and varied, including some evenings and weekends, and will vary seasonally.
ABOUT MANOMET
Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.
MISSION CONNECTION
The Science Educator will play a key role in two of the Manomet Environmental Education and Outreach Major strategic goals: (1) to expand the scope and impact of Manomet’s education programs, and (2) to reduce systemic barriers to environmental stewardship and conservation careers. The Science Educator will be involved in the design and delivery of education programs; will collaborate with other EE&O staff and the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice to ensure that our programs are taught in an equitable and inclusive manner and to identify opportunities to improve our DEIJA practices.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Teach outdoor, in-person education programs for students PreK-12.
- Deliver hands-on, engaging public programs in a variety of settings, including nature walks, and at community events.
- Collaborate with education staff to develop education programs for schools and other groups.
- Encourage student awareness and appreciation of the environment.
- Perform related duties as directed by the Education Manager.
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Required:
- Passionate about education and environmental stewardship
- Experience and/or interest in working with diverse and marginalized communities
- Willingness to learn
- Enthusiastic about working with children of all ages
- Basic understanding of ecology and natural history
- Willingness to work outside in all types of weather
- Organized, responsible, and able to think quickly on your feet
- Confident communicator and public speaker
- Ability to engage diverse audiences and people of all knowledge levels
Desired:
- Familiar with the community of Brockton
- Experience working with children in an outdoor educational setting
- Undergraduate degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- Knowledge of local natural history
- Knowledgeable of age-appropriate teaching strategies
- Multilingual
- Familiar with NGSS and Massachusetts Science and Technology/Engineering Curriculum Framework
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
- Ability to teach for extended periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors for long periods in a variety of weather conditions.
- Ability to lead groups for distances of up to several miles over rough surfaces or along beaches
Pay Rate: ($18-$22/hour)
Compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits include mandatory state benefits for part-time employees, paid vacation, and sick time. All regular employees are also eligible for Manomet’s retirement benefit.
HOW TO APPLY
Please email a resume and cover letter to jobs@manomet.org by Sep 30th, 2023. Please reference the job title in subject line.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.