Position Description

The Director of Operations is a full-time position appointed by and responsible to the President. This role could also be available as a part-time (.5 or .6) as a specific Director of Facilities Role. Otherwise, we would like to explore a full-time role that would combine Facilities management with other Operations oriented responsibilities or (possible, but less desirable) Finances to make a full-time role.

Role Purposes

• To direct all aspects of the operation and development of all campus facilities and grounds, and to place and manage the personnel in that department.
• To engage in activities and conversations that will establish and maintain God-honouring working relationships with students, businesses, customers, constituents and co-workers.
• To continue in professional development that ensures NBC facility affairs (and potentially financial affairs) are conducted in accordance with governmental guidelines and any associations of which NBC is a member.
• To ensure excellence in all areas of leadership and administration, characterized by promptness, accuracy, servanthood, sensitivity, and a commitment to the pursuit of best ways of conducting the affairs of the business office of NBC.
• To practice ongoing self-evaluation and discussion of the agreed upon ends as it relates to the physical plant aspects of the institution.

Role Details

• Supervise all aspects of the operation and development of all campus facilities and grounds including oversight of the NBC Maintenance Manager. Beyond direction this may include semi-regular participation in tasks too big for the Maintenance Manager to complete alone (ie. snow removal on certain days).
• Establishing priorities for the Maintenance Director, assessing risk, developing contingency plans, and ensuring a clean and attractive campus.
• Oversee the operation of the NBC Bookstore, and the hiring of any part-time kitchen staff.
• Oversee planning and operations of new building projects, or additions.
• Manage bookings and rentals of all school equipment and facilities.
• Arrange for regular certification of all fire protection equipment and arrange fire drills as required for general safety, liability and insurance purposes.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the President.

WITH FACILITIES/OPERATIONS FOCUS (LESS FINANCE FOCUS):

• To oversee exploration and steps taken to utilize NBC’s property and facilities for broader use throughout summer months and long-term growth in passive or rental income.
• Potential involvement with fundraising or donor/constituency relations, dependant on skillset.
• To oversee regular Operations department meetings over a year.
• To exercise primary leadership in areas of financial planning and assessment, ensuring the
• careful stewardship of all resources received by the institution and to conduct the administration of all financial matters with utmost courtesy, promptness, diligence, accuracy, and integrity.
• Act as the chief purchasing agent, and conduct negotiations on major purchases as directed by the president.

WITH FINANCE INCLUDED (LESS OPERATIONS FOCUS):

• Conduct all the financial accounting and affairs of the institution, which includes collections, disbursements, financial pledges, receipting, payroll, student accounts, insurance, rental housing, etc.
• Monitor and be aware of department spending and other financial developments on a monthly basis in accordance with budget allotments, and report analysis, significant trends or developments to the President.
• Submit the following financial reports:
  • monthly President’s reports (Donations -- 5th, Income/Expense – 20th)
  • year-end report and audit.
  • annual budget preparation (2 drafts and final revision prior to Fall Board Meeting).
  • a properly audited and certified Financial Report annually to the Board and to publish a condensed report in the Rivers.

Key Skills for Maximum Effectiveness

• Leadership, organizational ability, attention to detail
• Facilities and Financial management or work experience
• Problem solving skills and “Big Picture” planning ability
• Communication skills that are clear and effective
• High capacity to use time efficiently
• Ability to function effectively in teams, anticipate needs, obstacles and opportunities
• Ability to adapt to various roles and demands — flexibility — along with the ability to transition from one role to another on a frequent basis

Essential Attitudes and Characteristics

• Initiative and willingness to assume responsibility
• Creative and resourceful
• Gracious interpersonal relationships, and a willingness to serve and go the extra mile
• Recognize the broader needs and goals of the institution and other personnel, with a strong loyalty to the success of all persons and aspects of the institution
• Strong commitment to the personal and spiritual growth of the students
• Honest and forthright in dealing with issues or problems
• Stability and vitality in your own personal spiritual disciplines

Salary and Benefits

Salary will be somewhat negotiable depending on experience and training, but likely between $43,000 and $48,500 for a full-time 12 month role. Full-time NBC staff also receive a monthly benefits package.