Associate Director of Operations

Atlanta International School•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Atlanta International School (AIS) brings together students, educators, and families from around the world and Atlanta with a shared goal: to develop courageous young leaders ready to make a positive impact. Our community represents 90 nationalities and over 60 languages. Starting in August 2025, AIS’s Upper School will span two campuses: the Buckhead Campus for Grades 3K-12 day students and the Sandy Springs Campus for Grades 9-12 day and boarding students. This dynamic, inclusive environment gives AIS its unique energy—a place where students, educators, and families thrive, innovate, and belong. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school from 3K to Grade 12, we offer the PYP, MYP, DP, and CP, with additional flexibility through AISx. This unique program is tailored for pre-professional students in athletics, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and more. AISx partners with Mouratoglou Tennis Academy and the Atlanta United Youth Team and holds Athlete Friendly Educational Center (AFEC) accreditation. Our engaging and comprehensive academic programs develop internationally minded, critical thinkers who excel at connecting complex knowledge to create innovative solutions. At AIS, students experience a world-class education within a diverse, multicultural, and multilingual community that prepares them for meaningful, global impact. Our school is committed to the safety and well-being of every child. We maintain rigorous safeguarding practices to ensure a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive. The Associate Director of Operations is responsible for driving execution, coordination, and accountability across all operational functions at AIS. Supporting the Director of Operations, this role ensures that institutional priorities are translated into clear plans and executed with consistency and urgency. This role serves as a central integrator across Facilities, Security, Housekeeping, Grounds, Transportation, and campus logistics, ensuring work is properly handed off, aligned, and completed. The Associate Director of Operations holds teams accountable to outcomes while directly overseeing the AIS Transportation Program.

Requirements

Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in operations, logistics, or a related field, preferably in a school or multi-site environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to drive execution and hold teams accountable to outcomes.
Experience leading and coordinating work across multi-functional teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and operational systems or databases.

Nice To Haves

Experience in school operations or multi-campus environments.
Experience working with transportation systems or external service providers.
Experience managing vendor relationships, including RFP development, bid evaluation, contract coordination, and vendor performance management.
Experience utilizing vendor management or procurement systems.
Experience supporting budget development, forecasting, and financial tracking for operational budgets exceeding $1M.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams or initiatives.
Fluency in a second language preferred.