Operations and Events Coordinator

The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center is a renowned nature center located in Combine, Texas, just outside of Dallas. Dedicated to the conservation and education of vital natural resources, this establishment plays a crucial role in fostering public understanding of water, wetlands, and wildlife preservation. The Center leverages the East Fork Water Reuse Project, a sprawling 2,000-acre wetland, as its centerpiece attraction and educational platform. This wetland is not only a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife but also a vital source of drinking water for local communities, making the center's mission profoundly impactful. Through its diverse environmental education programs, the Center engages a broad audience that includes K-12 students, families, scouts, and nature enthusiasts. Offering classes, nature seminars, bird walks, boardwalk tours, and special events, the Center promotes an immersive experience in a biologically rich environment home to more than 300 bird species, including iconic bald eagles, alongside various native mammals, insects, amphibians, and reptiles.

The Wetland Center seeks a full-time Operations and Events Coordinator to ensure the seamless day-to-day functions of the organization. Working Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm and Saturday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, with occasional evening hours, this role is critical to maintaining the facility's operational readiness and excellent visitor experience. The coordinator will manage administrative systems, oversee facilities and event logistics, and coordinate volunteers, serving as the operational backbone of the Center. In close partnership with the Executive Director and program staff, the coordinator ensures smooth operations spanning from visitor reception to backend financial and administrative support. The role requires a detail-oriented, organized individual adept at multitasking in a dynamic onsite setting. The position is perfect for someone passionate about environmental education and conservation, ready to support the mission through operational excellence and community engagement. This coordinator will be instrumental in managing vendor relationships for facility maintenance, overseeing front desk and membership systems, organizing event logistics, and supporting financial administrative tasks. In essence, this role is pivotal in creating a welcoming, educational, and well-managed environment that upholds the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center’s reputation as a vital resource for conservation education and community involvement.