Forest Stewards Guild
Business Coordinator
Portland, ME, United States · Staff+ · Full-time
No sponsorshipDetected 138 days ago
CommunicationAdaptabilityOrganizational SkillsAccounts Payable
About the role
- We explore and demonstrate what works in the woods and showcase effective forest management practices through outreach, training, and policy development.
- In other words, we combine strategy and action to position ourselves as the heart of the forest stewardship movement, driving its growth and impact nationwide.
- This position will increase the capacity of the business office team, allowing operations to expand with a growing organization.
Responsibilities
- Accounts payable support; processing employee expenses and reimbursements.
- Support staff with insurance documentation as needed for Guild programs.
- Support for state reporting and setting up business licenses in new states as needed.
- Planning and logistical support for Guild events, including occasional large-scale events for Guild milestones such as the Guild 30th anniversary event taking place later in 2026.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support and communication across different regions and departments.
- Orientation and onboarding support as needed for incoming employees, particularly for seasonal crew members in the eastern states.
- Workers' Compensation Audit support.
Requirements
- Degree/certificate in a related field such as business administration, non-profit management or equivalent experience (example: two years of experience get the same consideration as an associate degree
- four years of experience get the same consideration as a bachelor degree).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple and differing projects at the same time along with varying deadlines.
- Experience and/or willingness to learn Microsoft products (Office/365, Asana, Neon, and other tools.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Ability to represent the Guild in a clear and professional manner through excellent written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
Skills
- The Guild expects the Business Coordinator to possess the following abilities and
- Ability to work with a wide range of people with differing and sometimes conflicting opinions.
- Ability to work remotely.
- A strong attention to detail, with skill in working in a timely and well-organized fashion.
- A valid U.S. Driver's License and clean driving record.
- Additional Information
- Compensation and Benefits
- The Forest Stewards Guild offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Full-time, non-exempt.
- Paid Time Off and sick leave
- Employer-sponsored comprehensive health and dental care coverage paid at 80%.
- Short and long-term disability policies, accidental death/dismemberment, life insurance, and
Compensation
- The starting compensation is $27.50 - $30.00 hourly depending on experience with the ability to advance based on performance outcomes over time assessed annually.
Benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan with a up to 5% employer match
Company info
- Company Description
- Since 1995, The Forest Stewards Guild's national network of members, staff, and partners have advanced the culture of forest stewardship based on ethical principles, best-available science, and diverse experience.
- Indeed, it is those differences that enhance our organization and help us to meet our mission and vision.
- Similarly, our community is healthier when we are inclusive of a diversity of people and perspectives.
Equal opportunity
- The Guild is an equal opportunity employer.
- We believe that a diverse workforce reflects the strengths of all members of our community.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) guidelines.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
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