About PERC

The Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) is the national leader in market solutions for conservation, with over 40 years of research and a network of respected scholars and practitioners. Through research, law and policy, and innovative field conservation programs, PERC explores how aligning incentives for environmental stewardship produces sustainable outcomes for land, water, and wildlife. Founded in 1980, PERC is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and proudly based in Bozeman, Montana.

This is a transformational time at PERC. Our nimble team is growing in all departments to support our ambitious goal of inspiring the next era of conservation in America based on incentives and innovation. Read more.

Position Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Office Manager is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of PERC in a role that is best described as a valued concierge to PERC’s staff, fellows, tenants, vendors, and visitors. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented, and versatile individual who can manage administrative tasks while also planning and executing a comprehensive fellowship program.

The successful candidate will be service-oriented, a self-starter, and show initiative to identify and take ownership of needs in support of PERC’s operations. This position requires a team player who is willing to pitch in outside of the confines of their job description. This is a non-remote 30 – 40 hours per week position. This is a non-supervisory role with no direct reports. The work schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, and Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 p,m with some flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Office Management and Administration

• Manage front desk operations, vendor relationships, facility upkeep, and supplies
• Organize schedules, meetings, digital and physical files, and general office logistics
• Track and reconcile office expenses; assist with invoice processing and basic bookkeeping
• Development support (process donation deposits, monthly reconciliation, etc.)
• Provide direct support to the Director of Operations and other leadership staff

Program and Event Support

• Coordinate logistics for visiting fellows, including onboarding, workspace setup, and hospitality
• Assist with events and conferences, handling space prep, catering, and setup and takedown

Human Resources (HR) and Onboarding Support

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and new hire orientation
• Manage employee benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, etc.)
• Help train staff on HR systems and maintain compliance documentation
• Assist in processing payroll, including tracking time and attendance
• Provide guidance to employees on benefits enrollment or changes
• Maintain HR and safety compliance standards

Employee Engagement and Culture

• Coordinate internal communications, team-building events, and wellness initiatives
• Assist in fostering a positive workplace culture

*Other special projects as they arise

Required Qualifications

• Must be service-oriented and possess a desire to provide a concierge approach to supporting PERC’s mission
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently as well as closely with PERC’s team in a productive and positive manner
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Must work daily at PERC’s main office located in Bozeman, Montana

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with facility management

Working Conditions

• Business office environment with moderate noise
• Will sit or stand at a desk
• Work on a computer, use a telephone, and other general office equipment
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Location

This is a full- or part-time (30 hrs) position based in Bozeman, Montana.

Perks of working at PERC

• Great health (platinum, gold, and silver plans), vision, and dental benefit choices for employees and family
• Flex/FSA or HSA offered
• 5% 401(k) PERC contribution
• PERC contributed life insurance
• Voluntary additional life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick days
• 12 paid holidays
• Discounted gym membership
• Ability to work with an impactful conservation organization, dedicated to positive environmental outcomes

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to employment@perc.org.

Not sure if you meet all the job qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend not to apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification when, in fact, they often do. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and strongly encourage you to apply.