Head of Operations

Basis Ed•Peoria, AZ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Peoria Primary is seeking a Head of Operations to oversee the school site's Finance and Facilities functions, including vendor selection and management, purchasing and accounting, facilities management, and technology. Reporting to the Vice President of Charter Schools, this position also serves as the onsite human resources contact, implementing programs designed by the central office. The Head of Operations partners with the Head of School to support academic operations in meeting BASIS standards and manages a small operations staff. The role oversees the school's physical operations, budget, bookkeeping, purchasing, facilities services, safety procedures, front office, and school records and assets. It coordinates with central-office teams, including the School Accountant and human resources team, and supports personnel decisions in partnership with the Head of School. The position calls for an entrepreneurial mindset, management knowledge, strong communication and analytical skills, problem-solving and negotiation ability, sound organization and attention to detail, flexibility, and the willingness to address a range of facility issues. Salary is competitive and depends on education and experience. BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

MBA, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or a similar degree.
Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.
3–5 years of experience in a financial or purchasing management role.
2 or more years of experience with facilities management.
Demonstrated knowledge of management principles and practices.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to think analytically and strategically.
Excellent problem-solving and negotiating skills.
Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintaining high professional standards.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to establish and manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy.
Patience, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
Enjoyment of working in an environment serving children.
Willingness and ability to address facility issues ranging from plumbing and sanitation to repair and maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with human resources-related functions.
Education management or nonprofit management experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee the physical operation of the school, including security, IT, VOIP, and copiers, and maintain the school's hardware and software inventory.
Manage the school budget and maintain accurate, ongoing records of the school's financial position as the onsite bookkeeper, in partnership with a School Accountant based in the Central Office.
Partner with the Head of School on salary and benefits decisions for personnel, including evaluation of support staff.
Manage human resources functions for school employees in partnership with the central human resources team.
Research, evaluate, purchase, and manage school services, including building maintenance, housekeeping, and grounds.
Manage purchases of supplies, including textbooks and school operating supplies.
Arrange bids and develop specifications for outside contractual work.
Ensure personnel and students use facilities safely, including scheduling and managing required drills such as fire and lockdown drills.
Manage the front office and specialized support staff, including the registrar and records management.
Maintain accurate and complete records of school assets.
Manage a small operations staff.
Implement programs designed by the central office as the onsite human resources contact.
Partner with the Head of School to ensure academic operations can meet BASIS standards.