Director of School Operations - Camden

KIPP • Camden, NJ

266d

About The Position

The Director of School Operations (DSO) is the leader of operations for a school. The DSO manages and is responsible for all non-instructional systems and staff in the building, and is required to be on-site daily.

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite
• Experience coaching/managing and driving results through others
• Database management and reporting
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Superb customer service skills and love and support for families and children
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Ability to remain calm and solutions-oriented in high-stress situations
• Commitment to do whatever it takes to ensure our teachers and students have what they need to be successful
• Ability to proactively problem solve; anticipate challenges before they occur
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and generate creative solutions
• Ability to develop and manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfortably with ambiguity
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage high stress situations with a calm and positive demeanor
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Manage the school operations staff and all other school support workers on the operations team
• Implement and execute a performance management system for direct reports
• Conduct weekly individual meetings and team meetings
• Provide professional development
• Develop and manage the school's budget
• Oversee purchasing for the school
• Manage the operational logistics of all student test administration, in coordination with school leadership and/or teaching staff
• Ensure the school meets annual enrollment targets by backwards planning from target enrollment numbers and dates
• Plan events and outreach to families
• Establish partnerships with local businesses and organizations
• Oversee day-to-day operations of school based technology projects by ensuring that school leaders, students and staff have access to the technology they need
• Plan any technology-related enhancements or additional purchases for the subsequent school year
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of facilities and maintain a beautiful school
• Procure and manage all vendors needed for the smooth and successful operation of the facility including contractors, service providers and maintenance workers
• Oversee the food service management company to ensure the meal program meets the network's expectations
• Maintain compliance for breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner
• Ensure school-wide compliance with health and safety laws
• Support staff certification and fingerprinting compliance
• Ensure onboarding requirements for new staff members are completed
• Comply with any city and state education mandates
• Comply with all federal and state workplace regulations
• Develop and manage a protocol for community use of the building that includes MOUs, background checks, and compliant use of the facility
• Ensure the day-to-day school operating systems run smoothly and efficiently including front office systems, transportation, routines, transitions, arrival and dismissal

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care
• Retirement
• School laptop
• Transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree