OPERATIONS SUPPORT CONTRACTOR (PART-TIME, REMOTE)

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GREENER PASTURES IS HIRING:

OPERATIONS SUPPORT CONTRACTOR (PART-TIME, REMOTE)

ABOUT GREENER PASTURES

  • Greener Pastures is a Minneapolis-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to help build a more humane, sustainable, and just food system through positive visual storytelling. Learn more at togreenerpastures.org.

POSITION SUMMARY

  • Greener Pastures is seeking a highly dependable Operations Support Contractor to help keep key communications and administrative systems running smoothly.

  • This is a part-time, remote independent contractor role focused on website updates, email and social publishing support, donor/admin systems, and light program logistics.

  • This is a short-term contract with the potential (not guaranteed) for ongoing work based on organizational needs and budget.

LOCATION

  • Remote.

  • Contractors must be located in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

  • Strong preference for someone based in the Twin Cities metro area or able to travel occasionally to the Twin Cities for in-person needs as required (rare).

HOURS, COMPENSATION, AND TERM

  • 8–10 hours per week.

  • $25–$30 per hour, invoiced monthly (contractor is responsible for all taxes and insurance).

  • Anticipated start date: February 1, 2026 (or as soon as filled).

  • Anticipated contract end date: June 30, 2026.

HOW WE’LL WORK TOGETHER

  • Weekly 30-minute check-in, plus async communication as needed.

  • Work will be assigned and prioritized weekly to fit within the agreed hours.

  • Contractor will provide a simple weekly status update (what’s done, what’s in progress, what’s blocked).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Website support (Showit)

    • Make simple website updates (text swaps, image swaps, new sections, basic page edits)

    • Post updates related to events, webinars, program information, and announcements

  • Email and contact management (Mailchimp)

    • Upload and organize contacts, tag/segment lists, and maintain list hygiene

    • Build and schedule emails using existing templates and guidance

    • QA email formatting, links, and basic accessibility checks before send

  • Social publishing support

    • Load pre-created content into social media publishing tools for scheduling

    • Apply captions, links, and basic formatting using Greener Pastures templates and guidance

  • Donor and admin operations (Donorbox + internal tracking)

    • Maintain donor data hygiene and update internal spreadsheets/trackers

    • Support donor stewardship workflows (drafting thank-you messages/cards using templates, preparing mailings)

    • Assist with basic donation reporting and list exports as needed

  • Airtable and Google Workspace support

    • Update Airtable records and basic views as needed (tracking contacts, projects, or outreach)

    • Maintain shared Google Docs, Google Sheets, and file organization in Google Drive

  • Light program and partnership support (small component of role)

    • Support logistics for an event, webinar, or partnership touchpoint as needed (e.g., RSVP lists, reminders, calendar invites, follow-up emails, basic notes)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1–3+ years of experience in administrative, operations, communications coordination, or similar support work

  • Very strong Google Workspace skills, especially Google Docs and Google Sheets

  • Comfort working across multiple tools and platforms, including:

    • Showit (or demonstrated ability to learn website CMS platforms quickly)

    • Mailchimp

    • Airtable

    • Donorbox (or donor CRM experience with ability to learn quickly)

    • Familiarity with event tools (Eventbrite, Zoom webinars, calendar invite workflows)

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through (you catch errors before they go out)

  • Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, while communicating clearly and proactively

  • Strong written communication skills, including light copyediting/copywriting using an existing brand voice

  • Ability to handle confidential donor and organizational information with discretion

  • English fluency (spoken and written)

  • Experience supporting nonprofits, small businesses, or startup environments

  • Basic accessibility awareness (captions/alt text best practices, link formatting, readability)

HOW TO APPLY

  • Email your application to sarah.carroll@togreenerpastures.org with the subject line: Operations Support Contractor Application

  • Please include:

    • Resume and Cover Letter explaining your relevant experience with Showit, Mailchimp, Airtable, and donor/admin support

    • Optional: 1–2 brief work samples (examples could include an email you built in Mailchimp, a website update screenshot, a sample tracker you maintained—redacted as needed)

HIRING TIMELINE (ESTIMATED)

  • Applications due: January 5, 2026

  • Interviews: mid to late January

  • Anticipated start date: February 1, 2026

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Greener Pastures is an equal opportunity organization. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.


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