HR and Finance Administrator
About the Organization
Seacoast Science Center is a beloved anchor institution of the NH seacoast community – a place to learn and have fun while developing an appreciation for our coastal environment and its inhabitants. At our home in historic Odiorne Point State Park, one of New Hampshire’s ocean-facing treasures, we inspire visitors to discover the wonders of our natural habitats. Families are encouraged to get their feet wet in the tide pools, explore the touch tank full of wondrous creatures from the Gulf of Maine, be awed by the sea life in aquarium exhibits, and develop a deeper appreciation for the preservation and health of our oceans. As the only ocean-centric science museum in the region, Seacoast Science Center is an integral part of New Hampshire’s cultural economy and educational opportunities, attracting 90,000 visitors annually, with 30,000 participating in school-related field trips and summer camp programs. A valued public resource, we encourage social interaction, community collaboration, and the pursuit of shared interests.
Seacoast Science Center is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
About the Job
Under the direction of the Senior Director of Finance and Administration, the HR and Finance Administrator (HRFA) provides administrative support for Seacoast Science Center’s Human Resources and financial activities, along with general administrative support. HR Responsibilities include managing and maintaining job postings, preparation of new hire paperwork, conducting new hire orientations, payroll processing, maintenance of employee records, assisting in benefits administration and maintenance. Finance responsibilities include processing of all incoming invoices and weekly disbursements, processing of daily cash deposits and application of payments to accounts receivable records. General administrative duties include mail retrieval, bank deposits and maintenance of office supplies.
View the detailed HR and Finance Administrator Job Description.
To Apply: Please send your cover letter, resume, and short essay questions response document to careers@sscnh.org with HRFA in the subject line. No paper applications are accepted. No phone calls please.
As a measure to minimize internal hiring biases, all candidates submitting application materials are asked to respond in writing to three short questions (found in the detailed job description) intended to give them the opportunity to map their skills onto SSC’s vision for its HRFA. SSC will use these responses as its initial filter for all applicants. Failure to submit a response to the questions will result in a candidate being removed from further consideration.