Associate Director of Operations

Uncommon Schools • Newark, NJ

18h • $104,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! At Uncommon Schools, we know running exceptional schools takes more than great instruction—it also takes exemplary operations! Uncommon Schools' operations leaders work passionately to ensure that our faculty maximizes time and energy on student achievement. We design, implement, and refine systems that anticipate the needs of our school community. As service-oriented leaders, we tackle problems, share standard methodologies across campuses, and respond to urgent needs. We partner to build an academic and cultural environment that supports our ultimate goal: ensuring that every student will earn a college degree. The Associate Director of Operations (ADOO) is a member of the High School Leadership Team who leads the day-to-day operations of the school and reports directly to the High School Director of Operations. The ADOO will partner on many school leadership initiatives with the school’s Academy Leader.

Requirements

• Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools
• Passionate commitment to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated grit and personal responsibility
• Ability to think strategically and innovatively, in order to continuously improve school operations
• High-quality written and verbal communication skills with multiple partners including teachers, students, families, vendors, and colleagues
• Ability to have difficult conversations in a respectful manner
• Dedication to continual professional growth
• Strong organizational skills; careful attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Access
• Strong time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to maintain a calm, professional attitude in the face of challenging demands and external pressures
• 4 or more years of work experience
• Project planning experience, with proven ability to see large projects through to completion
• A Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

• School-based or other educational experience preferred
• Experience managing others preferred

Responsibilities

• Leading all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the school
• Serving as main point of contact for all operational needs in circumstances when the DOO is not available
• Participating actively in the High School Leadership Team
• Managing 1-2 operations staff members, at the DOO’s discretion, and overseeing the successful implementation of their workstreams (e.g., attendance, purchasing, invoice processing)
• Partnering with and providing operational support to key stakeholders and leaders such as the Athletic Director and the HS 2.0 Program Manager
• Implementing coverage system on a daily basis
• Developing and managing the HS schedule, including teacher and student schedules, classroom schedules, and duty assignments
• Owning facilities management to ensure facilities are safe, well-maintained, and meet the needs of students and faculty
• Any additional responsibilities identified by the DOO, including but not limited to student persistence and enrollment, major events, tracking time off, etc.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and ~10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer)
• Extensive, best-in-class training and development
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
• Financial Planning
• New Jersey Pension program
• Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
• Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level