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Job Title: Accounting Assistant

BIG ARTS, a nonprofit organization founded on Sanibel Island in 1979, presents top-quality musical entertainment, art exhibits, films, theater and dance, lectures, workshops, and community events for residents and visitors. There is a great camaraderie among the staff, and it’s an exciting place to work. Benefits are excellent and include reimbursement for tolls for commuting.

Accounting Assistant responsibilities:

• Check & answer emails, print received invoices.
• Process invoices: obtain approval, review correctness, code to appropriate account. If sales tax is included, correct the invoice, send vendor the sales tax-exempt notice, and request adjustment of invoice to remove the sales tax charge.
• Sort received mail, sort/mail signed checks, file processed documents.
• Collect vendors information for payment processing, set up new vendors as required, obtain W-9s, set up vendors payment info in QuickBooks, contact vendors as needed to resolve billing discrepancies.
• Process check requests: verify expense form, original receipts, code the expenses, process for payment.
• Pay film rights: creating schedule/spreadsheet paid, recording attendance film events.
• Retrieve, print and save daily transaction postings from Tessitura. Manipulate Excel files to make data suitable for transfer, transferring data to QB. Posting cash deposits to Operating Edison bank account in QB.
• Process credit card charges, monitor charges, collect supporting receipts, code to the correct GL account, and pay timely.
• Reconcile Edison bank accounts and FineMark account.
• Contract payments: review payment info, set up deposit payments at appropriate times, process.

Contact: David Kolson, Chief Executive Officer, at [email protected].

Job Title:         Event Operations Assistant

Status:             Full-time, Seasonal (November-April plus additional events)

Reports to:      Development Manager

BIG ARTS, a nonprofit organization founded on Sanibel Island in 1979, presents top-quality musical entertainment, art exhibits, films, theater and dance, lectures, workshops, and community events for residents and visitors. There is a great camaraderie among the staff, and it’s an exciting place to work. Benefits are excellent and include reimbursement for tolls for commuting.

The Event Operations Assistant is key to the visitor and audience experience and is a vital part of the staff. The hours depend on the number and length of events and programs; the 2023-2024 calendar is full from November through April, with additional off-season dates as well. Almost all events and programs are in the evening, and many are preceded by receptions.

Principal responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate parking at BIG ARTS and in adjacent lots.
  • Help plan parking logistics for a variety of events and programs.
  • Direct the volunteers assigned to parking lots by the volunteer coordinator and distribute and manage the inventory of safety vests, flashlights, etc.
  • Place parking cones in areas where necessary.
  • Manage parking valets hired by BIG ARTS.
  • Ensure the safety and ease of patrons as they arrive and leave events and programs – includes supervising the crosswalk between BIG ARTS and the lot across the street (St. Michael’s).
  • Make sure parking-lot lights are turned on when required and turned off when the lots are empty.
  • Check the condition of the lots prior to and after use.
• Assist with receptions for events, programs, and exhibits.
  • Help with set-up and break-down, assisting other staff members and volunteers.
  • Check, restock, and spot clean all restrooms before and during events and programs.
  • Assist with trash removal.
• Serve as an active staff member.
  • Attend and join in discussion at staff meetings.

Requirements

• Ability to commute to BIG ARTS whenever the job requires
• Reliability and integrity
• Professionalism and courtesy
• Understanding of the BIG ARTS mission and vision
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing

Compensation is based upon abilities and experience.  Range: $18-$20/hour.

Reply to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

New Hire Bonus: $7500

2nd Shift: Mon-Fri 

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We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are Committed to Growth: 100% tuition paid for benefits eligible employees and their family, and established career progression.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

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Tired of just doing preventative maintenance or working only on engines? Are you ready to take the next step and work on equipment that requires a high level of skill – hydraulics, electrical, diagnostics – using modern maintenance practices and technologies? Are you looking for that right opportunity which will allow you to use and be rewarded for your skills and ability, and provide opportunity for growth? Our Mechanics are trained to provide superior maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks. We care about our Mechanic’s safety and show it by demanding solid safety practices of all our Mechanics and managers. Pride, safety, training, growth, opportunity, great benefits, rewards – check us out, we may be the company for you.

I. Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs preventive maintenance services and inspects, diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned. 

• Works under limited supervision and selects from written instructions and established procedures to accomplish assigned tasks. 
• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Performs inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Utilizes vehicle computer electronics systems to interpret failure modes to initiate or assign repairs.
• Estimates time and material costs on vehicle repairs and requisitions new parts.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Performs service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Conducts safety checks on vehicles.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assists senior Mechanics in the completion of project work.
• Reviews, completes or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards, and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory duties.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

• Education: Not required.
• Experience: Two (2) years of relevant work experience.

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

Job Title:              Marketing Production Manager

Status:                  Full-time, Exempt

Reports to:          Marketing Director

BIG ARTS provides an array of quality entertainment, arts, and education programs that enrich and nurture the lives of Sanibel and Captiva residents and visitors through professionally led arts and enrichment classes and workshops, stimulating and informative lectures and group discussions with renowned national thought leaders and educators, and dynamic visual and performing arts presentations of the highest caliber.

BIG ARTS is also known for its great working environment. Positive team energy, creativity, and comradery are the hallmarks of BIG ARTS company culture.  The position of Marketing Production Manager is at the heart of all digital, print, editorial, and social media execution and public communications. 

Principle Responsibilities

• Proof and schedule all print and digital ads
• Proof and coordinate printing of all collateral materials
• Write press releases and create ideas for feature stories
• Oversight of all social media with weekly postings
• Attend BIG ARTS events to capture still photos and informal videos to post on social media
• Maintain updated press list and master digital file of all graphics and photographs
• Point person for communications on all print and digital materials with outsourced ad agency
• Update website dates/times
• Interface with department heads on creating promotional materials for their respective programs
• Create PowerPoint presentations
• Track and meet all marketing deadlines

Desired Background

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Extremely detail oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Creative thinker
• Understanding of print, design, and digital production language
• Knowledge of WordPress
• Ability to prioritize work     
• Prefer that candidate currently lives in Southwest Florida
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a sense of humor!
• Understand and support the mission of BIG ARTS and can articulate this mission to others

 Qualifications   

• BA a plus but not required  
• Minimum of 3 years of marketing department/ marketing office experience

Excellent benefits

Flexible and some remote work hours

Compensation contingent upon experience.  Range: $42,000 to $52,000 annual salary

Reply to [email protected]. No phone calls, please.   

FORT MYERS, FL, June 9, 2023 – Even through the unemployment rate has been at an all-time low in Southwest Florida, there are still people looking for work, or wanting a better job. To meet this need, Goodwill, Urban Strategies, Florida Department of Corrections, Lee Tran, and the Lee County Library System, have joined forces to offer opportunity.

Collectively they are hosting a Career Fair on Thursday, June 15th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dr. Carrie B. Robinson Center at 2990 Edison Avenue in Fort Myers. There will be a host of companies looking to hire, educational resources, and door prizes.

On Wednesday, June 14^th, Urban Strategies is offering an event called Career Café, for the residents of Southward Village from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Dr. Carrie B. Robinson Center. This event will help prepare participants for the Job Fair the next day, June 15th. Goodwill community service staff will provide assistance with resume writing, interviewing tips, and other topics.

“In addition to job search assistance, our Community Resource Center staff are helping more and more with digital navigation,” states Goodwill Director of Employment Services, Angela Hemstreet. “Many visitors to the centers are requesting assistance with how to use computers and tablets, and learning how to navigate websites and software programs. So many day-to-day tasks now need to be completed digitally. Goodwill is here to help.”

The Career Fair is open to the public. In addition to the companies hiring, other community resource partners attending include: Goodwill, Cape Coral Tech, Ft. Myers Tech, Southern Technical College, Florida Rights Restoration Coalition, Lee Clerk of Courts, and FutureMakers.

Goodwill SWFL is a nonprofit organization that is committed to serving people with disabilities and disadvantages by offering life-changing opportunities to achieve independence.  They have been providing services to people with disabilities and disadvantages since 1966 in five counties of Southwest Florida: Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Glades & Hendry counties. For more information visit www.GoodwillSWFL.org.

We’re excited to formally announce that Kelly Bernardo was selected and has begun her new role as the Coordinator of Service-Learning.  In this role, Kelly will manage all student-facing initiatives, presentations, and events, with a specific focus on service-learning experiences prior to a student’s senior year.  Kelly earned her Bachelor’s in Psychology and her Master’s in Counselor Education, both from the University of Central Florida.  Kelly’s previous experience in advising, tutoring, and social services has served our office well since she first joined FGCU in 2021 as our Program Assistant.  Kelly is known by students and staff alike as a friendly face and welcoming ear to discuss just about anything you have on your mind.  Her calm demeanor and problem-solving skills have been a major asset to our work.  We’re very excited about her passion and ideas regarding future growth and development for service-learning at FGCU.      

BIG REQUEST

With Kelly’s transition, we are now looking for our next amazing Program Assistant.

As we begin the search, please help spread the word about this opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-energy, fun office. 

Link to apply:   https://fgcu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/eaglejobs/job/Main-Campus/Program-Assistant_R0003771

An ideal candidate for this position would:

• Have an interest, passion, and/or experience in community engagement and/or service-learning
• Enjoy communicating via email, phone, and via one-on-one meetings with students regarding the processes and logistics of tracking service-learning hours toward their graduation requirement
• Have excellent customer service skills and a passion to help people work through administrative logistics
• Be comfortable using technology all day every day (including Outlook, Teams, and pulling reports from university-wide data management systems)
• Be extremely detail-oriented
• Serve as the consistent staff presence in our physical office space and supervise student assistants at our welcome desk
• Support (as needed) two coordinators and a director in their roles and responsibilities regarding all events, programs, and initiatives

Note:  This person does NOT manage budgets or travel

Feel free to share with friends, family, neighbors, friends, social media, and more.  With your help, we can find another amazing Program Assistant to serve on our team!

Position is open until filled; however, initial review will take place Thursday, May 25. 

Thank you for any assistance you can provide.

Have a great weekend!

Justin Fitzgerald  |  Director, Community Engagement

Service-Learning & Civic Engagement

fgcu.edu/ServiceLearning

Florida Gulf Coast University

10501 FGCU Boulevard South, Fort Myers, FL 33965  |  fgcu.edu

P: 239.590.7031  |  E: [email protected] 
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