Associate Head of School for Finance and Operations
About The Position
St. Stephen’s Episcopal School invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Head of School for Finance and Operations (AHOSF&O). Founded in 1950 and located on a stunning 370-acre campus in the Texas Hill Country overlooking Lake Austin, St. Stephen’s is a nationally recognized coeducational day and boarding school serving grades 6–12. The school’s mission is to inspire a lasting love of learning and spirit of service so that each student lives a life of meaning and enriches the world. As an Episcopal school, St. Stephen’s embraces five core values: love of learning, balance, diversity, community, and service. With more than 700 students from 17 Texas cities, 9 states, and 26 countries, St. Stephen’s offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum balanced with athletics, arts, outdoor education, and service learning. St. Stephen’s is known for its dynamic intellectual environment, commitment to wellness and spiritual fulfillment, and a vibrant residential community where more than 40 residential faculty live on campus to support boarding students. The school’s Project and Idea Realization Lab (PIRL), Helm Fine Arts Center, observatory, aquatic center, and specialized programs in soccer, tennis, swimming, and theatre, provide students with unmatched opportunities for growth and exploration. With strong financial health and exciting campus projects ahead, St. Stephen’s invites a collaborative leader to steward resources and advance operational excellence. The next Associate Head of School for Finance and Operations will join a talented senior leadership team and partner closely with the Head of School, Board of Trustees, and community stakeholders to sustain the school’s financial strength, guide major capital initiatives, and support St. Stephen’s vision for the future. The school benefits from the long and stable headship of Chris Gunnin, whose leadership has fostered continuity, strategic growth, and a deeply rooted sense of community. This role offers an extraordinary opportunity to: Lead within an established and well-respected organization that values academic excellence, the inherent dignity of all people and a call to service and social justice. Build collaborative relationships with a highly engaged leadership team and Board, including enhancing financial modeling, analysis and reporting in partnership with Board committees. Provide leadership, support and mentorship to dedicated business office and operations teams, fostering professional growth and a culture of service, while creating opportunities to strengthen the departments as needed. Immerse yourself in the life of the school through on-campus housing and active participation in a vibrant residential community.
Benefits
- St. Stephen’s offers a generous and comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees through all stages of life and career, including campus housing for the AHOSF&O.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
