What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Assistant & Human Resources Manager position at Cross Creek Nursery?
About the Role:
At Cross Creek, we’ve been growing beautiful gardens and landscapes since 1974, supporting a team of over 200 employees across our garden center, production, and landscaping operations. Our ELF values — Excellence, Leadership, and Family — guide how we work, support each other, and serve our customers. We believe in fostering a positive, collaborative culture where every team member can learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Join us and be part of a company that values people as much as plants.
This is a fast-paced, high-impact role in a growing small business. We are looking for a level-headed, positive, and solution-oriented individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and can help develop and maintain a strong company culture.
As an Executive Assistant and Human Resources manager, you will get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a company with over 200 employees, spanning garden center operations, landscaping, and production. You will support the leadership team, coordinate HR initiatives, and help ensure smooth day-to-day operations while fostering a positive work environment.
If you are organized, proactive, and enjoy problem-solving, this could be the perfect opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Dental Insurance
- 401K with company match
- Employee discount
Key Responsibilities:
- Support owners and executives with daily operations and special projects
- Input transactions and reconcile the general ledger
- Generate and review reports to provide actionable insights
- Coordinate meetings, events, and executive schedules
- Troubleshoot and provide solutions for operational and HR-related issues
- Manage weekly payroll and benefits administration
- Ensure compliance with end-of-year processes and reporting
- Manage fleet registrations, onboarding, and offboarding
- Foster and model a positive company culture in all interactions
Preferred Qualifications:
- QuickBooks Online proficiency
- Experience in the green industry (preferred, not required)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Minimum of 2 years of human resources, general accounting or administrative experience
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Adaptable and efficient in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Proficient in Spanish (preferred, not required)
Who You Are:
- A positive, solution-focused professional
- Level-headed and calm under pressure
- Skilled at building relationships and contributing to a healthy company culture
- Excited to learn about and support the operations of a dynamic business