Operations Coordinator

Description

Embark on a fulfilling career with CIRI, where you'll find more than just a job – you'll find purpose. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Meaningful Mission: Contribute to an incredible mission of assisting refugees and immigrants in overcoming barriers to become self-sufficient, integrated members of the community.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a diverse and supportive team that encourages your growth and development.
• Community Connection: Establish long-term connections with the community and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Compensation: $25.50 per hour, 20 hours per week

The Operations Coordinator provides hands‑on support to ensure smooth daily operations and maintenance of the organization’s facilities. This role includes building upkeep, performing minor repairs, supporting technical needs, and assisting with operational tasks across multiple locations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable handling a variety of practical, hands‑on responsibilities.

• Maintain building upkeep, including organization, cleaning oversight, and minor repairs or handyman tasks.
• Provide basic technical assistance, including troubleshooting internet or connectivity issues.
• Travel occasionally to other CT locations to support operations or maintenance needs.
• Coordinate with vendors, service providers, and other external partners for building or equipment needs.
• Identify and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and facility maintenance.
• Support special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.
• Create and manage fire and safety protocol for headquarters.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience in facilities maintenance, handyman work, or operations support preferred.
• Basic handyman skills for minor repairs and building upkeep.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Basic technical skills for troubleshooting internet and office equipment.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and willingness to safely use a ladder for small repairs or tasks such as changing light bulbs.

We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact HR at DSchwarz to discuss your needs. We value all applicants and strive to make the application process accessible to everyone.