Director of School Operations

Archdiocese of Chicago • Chicago, IL

1d • $85,208 - $108,640

About The Position

The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more
than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a
geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal
Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries,
including Catholic Charities, the region's largest nonprofit social service
agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The
Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest
U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of
Education Blue Ribbon Awards.

The Director of School Operations will directly support approximately 30 - 60
elementary school principals and their schools. This is an opportunity for a
servant leader who enjoys working in diverse settings, on various challenges,
and getting things done. The Director of School Operations provides leadership,
oversight, and support of the school's mission, quality, and vitality in their
assigned portfolio. The Director of School Operations represents the Office of
Catholic Schools for the schools in their portfolio, building relationships with
parish and school leaders. The Director of School Operations supports their
assigned schools in matters in conjunction with HR, contract work with
pastors/principals, and specific high-level, family, and DCFS concerns.

The Director of School Operations is a member of the School Support Team, which
meets weekly to collaborate. We seek a candidate who values collaboration to
effectively support our school communities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in education and/or Administration and Supervision is required.
• At least five years of administration experience in a school or university setting.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; managing multiple responsibilities and forming and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
• Proven ability to use data to guide decisions.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong interpersonal skills, including giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• A state license as a principal and/or superintendent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to ensure the school is operating in compliance with Archdiocesan and Office of Catholic School policies, procedures, and protocols applicable to Catholic schools.
• Facilitates the process for parent and/or employee concerns to be heard and resolved.
• Ensure principals are apprised of new Archdiocesan and/or Office of Catholic Schools policies, guidelines, or requirements applicable to Catholic schools.
• Supports the Director of Leadership Formation in recruiting and hiring principals for assigned schools.
• Maintains positive relationships and regular channels of communication with school pastors, principals, and other key stakeholders within assigned schools.
• Maintains regular communication with local Vicar(s) associated with the DSO’s portfolio.
• Responds to local personnel, family, or other school-related issues that escalate above the local school/parish leadership. Escalates issues, as warranted, to the Deputy of School Support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees