Director of Operations, Esalen Institute

Esalen Institute has the following full-time position available:

Director of Operations

Scope

Working closely with the Executive Director of Operations, the Operations Director
supports the mission and vision of Esalen Institute through the maintenance and upgrade
of its facilities, the production of its programs and the implementation of its long term
development plan construction projects.

General Accountabilities

Accountable for the smooth running and for meeting financial goals of the following
Esalen operation departments and areas of responsibility: Maintenance, Grounds, Farm &
Garden, Cabins, Program and Event Production and Property Development projects.
Accountable for contributing at a director level to the ongoing articulation of Esalen?s
strategic vision.
In partnership with the Director?s Group (Executive Director, Operations Director,
Programs Director and Guest Services Director), accountable for contributing to a
seamless and creative interface between Operations and the efforts of all other
departments at Esalen.
Accountable for providing leadership, performing annual reviews and articulating
performance improvement plans for all direct reports.
Reports directly to the Executive Director of Operations.
Specific Responsibilities

Model and exert leadership in the establishment and sustaining of core qualities
(diligence, competence, wisdom, maturity, clarity of communications, flexibility,
kindness, reliability, trustworthiness, compassion) and create an effective and
productive team atmosphere among the staff that report directly to the position.
Through one-on-one meetings, regularly scheduled team meetings and performance goal
setting and evaluations, ensure managers, coordinators and consultants in the following
departments meet or exceed their job requirements and/or agreements and follow Esalen?s
practices, policies and guest service standards:
Maintenance
Grounds
Farm & Garden
Cabins (housekeeping)
Program and Event Production
Property Development
Work with the Executive Director in the coordination of the Development Team and its
oversight of design, permitting, budgeting and bidding of all long term and routine
development projects on the property. Responsible for directly managing or causing to be
managed all development project resources, budgets and timelines.
Working closely with the Programs Director, responsible for providing leadership in
coordinating all program and other event production activities to ensure a high quality
experience to faculty and attendees.
Work closely with Accounting department in the following areas:
Review operation departments? monthly/quarterly/yearly budget performance and projections.
Work with Executive Director to oversee spending decisions in all operation departments?
GL accounts.
Provide (or cause to be provided) to the accounting department accurate and complete
records of all operation departments? purchases and revenues each month sufficient to
allow the preparation of accurate and timely accounting statements to the executive
leadership.
Working with the Human Resources Safety Coordinator, coordinating organizational efforts
to ensure compliance with Injury and Illness Prevention and Emergency Procedure programs
in all operation areas.
Participate in all regularly scheduled Director meetings and any other planning meetings
as required.
Oversee operation department managers in the updating of all procedural and training
materials.
Approve final hires in all operations areas that report to the position.
Personal Requirements

Excellent organizational, management and communication skills. Able to multi-task and be
extremely detail oriented.
Excellent computer skills, including experience working with Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel and database applications. Experience using Macintosh systems preferred.
Enjoy working with people; be friendly, helpful and patient.
Ability to stay calm in difficult situations.
Education and Experience

Work requires communications, analytical and organizational skills generally acquired
through completion of a bachelor's degree program.
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead others.
Four years or more direct experience working in operations and project management.
Two or more years experience overseeing construction and development projects.
Compensation

Compensation is $3,750 per month, plus housing if available or a housing allowance of
$1,350 per month. Full health benefits, FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and annual
vacation are provided. Esalen Institute also provides staff with a comprehensive range of
community benefits, including daily movement classes, ongoing visiting teacher and other
in-house programs, meals and discounts on workshops, bodywork and retail sales.

Application Process

Please email your resume, cover letter, references and any salary requirements
tojobs@esalen.org.

Application deadline: open until filled.

About Esalen

Established in 1962, Esalen quickly became a recognized leader in the development of
human potential. Our mission is to foster personal and social transformation.

Esalen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any basis prohibited
by law.