Work at NBSS

Position Title: Chief Advancement Officer
Date Posted: June 26, 2026
Reports To: President        
FLSA: Exempt

One of the nation’s oldest schools for hands-on training in traditional trades and fine craftsmanship, North Bennet Street School (NBSS) is internationally known for its programs that help students to achieve meaningful lives and livelihoods. For more than a century, the exceptional programs, master faculty, and inspiring community have encouraged individual growth, curiosity, technical mastery, and commitment to excellence.

The School offers full-time programs in Bookbinding, Carpentry, Cabinet & Furniture Making, Jewelry Making & Repair, Locksmithing & Security Technology, Piano Technology, Preservation Carpentry, and Violin Making & Repair. In addition, NBSS provides continuing education classes in a range of related disciplines. The School is located at an impressive, new facility in Boston’s historic North End, the community in which it was originally founded in 1881.

Position Summary

North Bennet Street School (NBSS) seeks an accomplished, strategic, and relationship-driven fundraising leader to serve as its next Chief Advancement Officer (CAO). Reporting directly to the President and serving as a key advisor to both the President and Board leadership, the CAO will lead the next chapter of philanthropic growth for one of the nation’s most distinctive and historic educational institutions.

The Chief Advancement Officer serves as NBSS’s senior fundraising leader and is responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight for all aspects of the School’s philanthropic enterprise, including major gifts, annual giving, foundation and corporate relations, planned giving, stewardship, donor engagement, and development operations. The CAO partners closely with the President and Board of Directors to translate institutional priorities into compelling philanthropic opportunities and to build and sustain meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, foundations, corporations, and community leaders. The role also plays a critical leadership function in strengthening fundraising systems, enhancing development operations, and ensuring a best-practice, data-informed, and donor-centered advancement program.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished advancement leader with significant progressive experience in fundraising, preferably within higher education, independent schools, workforce development, arts and culture, or other mission-driven nonprofit environments. Strong candidates will bring a proven record of securing and closing major gifts, leading comprehensive fundraising programs, and building high-impact relationships with donors and volunteer leaders. They will be equally comfortable setting strategy, managing complex fundraising operations, and personally engaging in cultivation and solicitation activity. Exceptional communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to inspire confidence among senior leaders, board members, and external stakeholders are essential. A collaborative, entrepreneurial approach and an appreciation for the values of craftsmanship, hands-on learning, and career education are highly valued.

To learn more, view the full Leadership Profile by clicking here.

Pay Range

The compensation range for this position is $120,624-180,990. In addition, NBSS offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes health, dental, group life and disability insurances, a retirement plan with employer contributions, and generous time off. This is an on-site position in Boston, MA with some flexibility to accommodate occasional offsite work, especially during the summer months.

How to Apply

Amy Sugin and Christine Falcone of DSG Global have been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out DSG Global’s Talent Profile. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

Position Title: Director of Marketing & Communications
Date Posted: June 26, 2026
Reports To: President       
FLSA: Exempt

One of the nation’s oldest schools for hands-on training in traditional trades and fine craftsmanship, North Bennet Street School (NBSS) is internationally known for its programs that help students to achieve meaningful lives and livelihoods. For more than a century, the exceptional programs, master faculty, and inspiring community have encouraged individual growth, curiosity, technical mastery, and commitment to excellence.

The School offers full-time programs in Bookbinding, Carpentry, Cabinet & Furniture Making, Jewelry Making & Repair, Locksmithing & Security Technology, Piano Technology, Preservation Carpentry, and Violin Making & Repair. In addition, NBSS provides continuing education classes in a range of related disciplines. The School is located at an impressive, new facility in Boston’s historic North End, the community in which it was originally founded in 1881.

Position Summary

The Director of Marketing & Communications provides strategic leadership for the School’s institutional marketing, communications, brand stewardship, and digital storytelling efforts. This role develops and implements integrated communications and marketing strategies that advance the School’s mission, visibility, enrollment goals, and institutional reputation. The Director oversees brand positioning, creative direction, media relations, enrollment marketing, publications, and digital engagement across multiple audiences and platforms. The role also manages external consultants and collaborates closely with departments across the School to support strategic communications priorities.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished marketing and communications professional with significant progressive leadership experience, preferably within higher education, nonprofit, arts, culture, or other mission-driven organizations. Strong candidates will thrive in a collaborative and close-knit environment and will have the ability to balance strategic thinking with execution in a small-team setting. Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills are paramount, along with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse constituencies. An appreciation for the mission and values of a craft-based educational institution is required; understanding of the arts, craft, design, or creative education environment is preferred.

To learn more, view the full Leadership Profile by clicking here.

Pay Range

The compensation range for this position is $104,923-$157,438. In addition, NBSS offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes health, dental, group life and disability insurances, a retirement plan with employer contributions, and generous time off. This is an on-site position in Boston, MA with some flexibility to accommodate occasional offsite work, especially during the summer months.

How to Apply

Amy Sugin and Christine Falcone of DSG Global have been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out DSG Global’s Talent Profile. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.

Position Title: Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist
Date Posted: March 23, 2026
Reports To: Controller        
FLSA: Exempt

One of the nation’s oldest schools for hands-on training in traditional trades and fine craftsmanship, North Bennet Street School (NBSS) is internationally known for its programs that help students to achieve meaningful lives and livelihoods. For more than a century, the exceptional programs, master faculty, and inspiring community have encouraged individual growth, curiosity, technical mastery, and commitment to excellence.

The School offers full-time programs in Bookbinding, Carpentry, Cabinet & Furniture Making, Jewelry Making & Repair, Locksmithing & Security Technology, Piano Technology, Preservation Carpentry, and Violin Making & Repair. In addition, NBSS provides continuing education classes in a range of related disciplines. The School is located at an impressive, new facility in Boston’s historic North End, the community in which it was originally founded in 1881.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist is responsible for the full-cycle administration of accounts payable and payroll functions and plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity of the School. This position exercises independent judgment in interpreting policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, resolving complex discrepancies, and improving financial processes.

The Specialist partners with Finance and HR leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, payroll compliance, and effective internal controls. This role requires a high degree of discretion in handling sensitive financial and employee information.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to internal controls
• Review and approve vendor invoices for appropriate coding and policy compliance
• Manage payment processes (check, ACH, wire transfers) and cash disbursement schedules
• Reconcile vendor statements and proactively resolve discrepancies
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and independently resolve escalated issues
• Lead 1099 preparation and support quarter-end and year-end close activities
• Partner with the Bursar’s Office during financial aid disbursement cycles
• Evaluate and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen controls
• Assist with audit preparation and serve as a primary contact for AP-related inquiries

Payroll

• Administer bi-monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Interpret payroll regulations and apply appropriate tax, deduction, and benefit treatments
• Maintain and audit payroll records, including hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and benefits changes
• Manage payroll tax reporting, retirement plan contributions, and related reconciliations
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reporting for Finance leadership
• Resolve complex payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries independently
• Participate in payroll system upgrades and enhancements (ADP Workforce Now)
• Recommend and implement payroll process improvements and internal controls

Human Resources Support

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding payroll and benefits processes
• Administer benefits enrollments, 401(k) plan contributions, and related reconciliations
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements
• Generate HR and payroll reports for leadership and regulatory filings
• Support compliance initiatives and audits through analysis and documentation preparation

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable, payroll, or general accounting
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in applying accounting principles and payroll regulations
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and ERP systems
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles
• Experience with payroll system implementation or upgrades
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Must be able to frequently walk up and down stairs
• Must be able to lift more than 25 lbs. and assist others as needed
• Walking, standing, and bending for periods of time
• Prolonged periods of computer-based work

Who Should Apply

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Self-directed and accountable
• Comfortable making informed decisions within established guidelines
• Analytical and process-oriented
• Able to identify operational improvements and implement solutions
• Confident interacting with employees at all levels of the organization

Pay Range

$70,000 – $78,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

This is a salaried, exempt position and is not eligible for overtime compensation in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.

This is a hybrid role, with regular on-site work and remote possibility.

The position is eligible for benefits that include health and life insurance, generous paid time off, short- and long-term disability, professional development, retirement plan, and more.

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and resume to jobs@nbss.edu with “Accounting Specialist” in the subject line by April 20, 2026.