Head of Operations

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is engaged to conduct an immediate search for a

Head of Operations

for a highly regarded non‑profit organization & museum in

Santa Monica, California . This is a wonderful full‑time, direct‑hire position with benefits.

Base Pay Range

$105,000.00 per year – $125,000.00 per year

What you’ll be doing

Direct day‑to‑day office functions : scheduling, vendor management, purchasing, and communications

Supervise administrative staff, interns, and volunteers as assigned

Ensure compliance with HR, payroll, and labor regulations in coordination with Finance

Oversee facility operations, including security, safety, custodial services, and maintenance contracts

Lead the design, implementation, and supervision of emergency response plans, including fire drills, earthquake and evacuation protocols, and general facilities safety

Manage supply chain and inventory for exhibits, programming, and office needs

Establish retail partnerships with vendors and local artisans that align with the organization’s mission

Train and supervise retail staff to ensure excellent customer service and sales performance

Monitor POS systems, reconcile sales, and prepare revenue reports for Finance

Monitor visitor feedback and implement improvements across service touchpoints

Prepare and monitor budgets for office, operations, and retail

Partner with Advancement and Programs teams to align earned revenue with fundraising and mission goals

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years in operations, business administration in a nonprofit setting

Experience in museums, hospitality, or cultural institutions strongly preferred

Proven track record of managing budgets, supervising staff, and achieving revenue targets

Compensation

This opportunity offers an annual salary range of $105,000–$130,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package including PTO days, paid holidays, paid sick leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans, retirement plan with employer match, commuter benefits, and more.

About the Search Firm

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award‑winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions. Since 2006, we have successfully placed thousands of talented professionals in incredible missions and programs. We are proud to be part of the Forbes list of the Best Recruitment Firms in America and have been recognized as a clearly rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by the Business Times for over ten years.

Equal‑Opportunity Employment

Scion Nonprofit, a division of Scion Staffing, Inc., is an equal‑opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value.

Seniority level : Mid‑Senior level

Employment type : Full‑time

Job function : Management

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