NORFOLK BOTANICAL GARDEN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Full-time

Position: Human Resources and Accounting Specialist

NBG Description: Norfolk Botanical Garden (NBG) is a non-profit 501(c) 3 and named #3 BEST Botanical Garden across the United States 2023-Fodor’s Travel. NBG is part of the Coastal Virginia community and is currently undergoing the largest renovation in the Garden’s history with The Garden of Tomorrow. NBG employees are passionate about furthering the mission- to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action, and inspire through education and connection to nature.

Title: Human Resources and Accounting Specialist

Position Type: Non-exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Full time, 40 hours a week.

Position Summary: The Human Resources and Accounting Specialist is a mid-entry level position that will support administrative functions in the human resources department and accounting department. This position is a unique dual role that requires high attention to detail, maintaining confidentiality with assignments, excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks throughout the week. This position is a unique opportunity for someone interested in learning more about HR and accounting functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Maintains a cheerful, courteous disposition and a professional image
  • Ability to maintain confidential information.
  • Assists with other duties as assigned.

HR Responsibilities:

  • Administers or oversees the planning, budgeting and ordering of office supplies, uniforms, badges and business cards.
  • Plans, leads, develops and coordinates new employee orientation and assists the Director of HR with onboarding new employees; including, but not limited to conducting background checks, reference checks and onboarding.
  • Assist with organizing and implementing staff meetings and wellness events.
  • Keeps immediate supervisors fully informed of issues and matters of significance.
  • Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures.

Accounting Responsibilities:

  • Partners with the Accounting Manager to reconcile accounts receivables and petty cash deposits.
    • Perform accurate reconciliation of cash and credit card receipts daily and monthly.
    • Research and analyze computerized transactions for accuracy and balances on all transactions in the point of sale database, Altru.
    • Manage funds in safe for all business operations, maintain petty cash.
    • Perform deposits into the operating account using deposit wizard.
    • Use Altru database to run financial reports on all activity and verify all revenue turned in for deposit record.

Requirements:

  • Associate’s Degree and 2 years of experience preferred; Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration a plus and relevant work experience equally considered.
  • Computer proficiency and technical aptitude; Microsoft 365 (including Excel) and point of sale software (Altru a plus).
  • Experience with HR information systems a plus.
  • Willingness to learn.
  • Ability to handle stress under pressure and multitask.
  • Ability to follow through and maintain organization.
  • Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal).
  • Planning and analytical skills appreciated.
  • Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision; self-motivated and anticipate needs of company. SHRM-CP Certification a plus.

Physical and Work Environment:

  • Ability to be flexible with job demands and open minded when being asked to complete tasks.
  • Ability to work in an open-office setting utilizing a phone to answer calls and transfer as needed, utilize a computer to communicate via email, internal messaging and to go online. Ability to sit at a desk for up to an 8-hour shift.
  • Ability to go between buildings and across Garden campus as needed.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance including an HSA or copay option (NBG pays 70% of individual premium and 65% of dependent/family premium)
  • 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 4% match
  • Company sponsored life-insurance coverage.
  • Group rates on voluntary benefits such as dental, supplemental medical expense insurance, FSA, DCA, vision, STD, LTD, accident and critical illness.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Staff discounts on programming, gift shop & café.
  • NBG logo wear for work provided.
  • EAP services for all employees. 

Reports To: Director of HR and Accounting Manager 

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) statement: NBG is committed to the principles and ideals of equal employment opportunity. It is, and shall continue to be, the policy and practice throughout NBG to foster equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for applicants, employees, and volunteers without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, status as a veteran, or other protected status, if qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Send resume and application to: hr@nbgs.org

 

Position: Evening Shift Housekeeping Technician I

Position type: Entry level. Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. Non-exempt under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Description: Performs primarily custodial work, event set up and general building maintenance. Evening shift; generally, 3-11:30 p.m. (may be scheduled later due to special events).

Essential Functions: Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team, be self-motivated, and customer service oriented.

Essential Physical Functions: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to work outside for 8 hours in heat, cold or light rain and can continuously walk, stand, bend, twist and/or stoop. Has the ability to push, pull, reach and perform manual labor during working hours. Ability to work on ladders for extended periods.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

  • Custodial duties to include, but not limited to cleaning restrooms, operating floor cleaning equipment, using a power washer, changing light bulbs, laundry, etc.
  • Operate and perform preventative maintenance on NBG vehicles.
  • Event and classroom set ups.
  • Be knowledgeable of and able to complete NBG safety procedures (training provided).
  • Assists with Garden-wide special events and other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Other Requirements:

  • Nights and weekends required.
  • 18 or older.
  • Custodial experience a plus.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance including an HSA or copay option (NBG pays 70% of individual premium and 65% of dependent/family premium)
  • 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary 4% match
  • Company sponsored life-insurance coverage.
  • Group rates on voluntary benefits such as dental, supplemental medical expense insurance, FSA, DCA, vision, STD, LTD, accident and critical illness.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Staff discounts on programming, gift shop & café.
  • NBG logo wear for work provided.
  • EAP services for all employees.

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Equal Employer Opportunity (EEO) statement: NBG is committed to the principles and ideals of equal employment opportunity. It is, and shall continue to be, the policy and practice throughout NBG to foster equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for applicants, employees, and volunteers without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, status as a veteran, or other protected status, if qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Send resume and application to: hr@nbgs.org

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