Regional Operations Associate

KIPP SoCal Public Schools • Los Angeles, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Ops Associate, reporting to the Associate Director of Regional Operations, will have a critical role in supporting the ongoing operations of KIPP SoCal Public Schools across various functional areas, including student health and safety, school nutrition program, transportation, etc. Additionally, they will have administrative and organizational responsibilities in support of the regional operations team, as well as the school operations teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education, operational excellence, and a high level of organization and attention to detail. This is a one-year role (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable required
• 3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced, high-capacity work environment (preferably within a school setting)
• Ability to quickly respond and provide remote + in-person support in emergency situations at school campuses (sometimes before/after regular school day hours)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities
• Effective teamwork orientation with the ability to communicate and build relationships with multiple constituencies, including KIPP SoCal team members at all levels of the organization and third party vendors
• Demonstrated problem solving, critical thinking , and project management skills
• Experience using Excel and Google Sheets
• A demonstrated passion for improving K-12 public education
• Possesses a deep commitment to both racial and educational equity; supports the building of an organization that reflects the community KIPP serves; holds self and others on team accountable for centering equity
• Willingness to travel between school sites across Southern California (current footprint: greater Los Angeles County and San Diego)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with communities within Los Angeles Unified School District, Compton Unified School District and/or San Diego Unified School District preferred

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of operations across KIPP SoCal, as directed by the Associate Director of Regional Operations
• Support the implementation and execution of student health compliance requirements and best practices, including but not limited to: immunizations and health evaluations/screenings
• Support the ongoing upkeep of KIPP SoCal communicable disease protocols and resources
• Support with the implementation and execution of student safety compliance requirements and best practices, including but not limited to: emergency action plans, emergency drills, emergency supplies, and CPR/first aid certification
• Support the implementation and execution of school nutrition program compliance requirements and best practices, including but not limited to: meal accommodations, alternate income form tracking
• Support the planning and execution of end of year field trips across KIPP SoCal schools
• Act as the liaison with local and state public health agencies
• Support with managing the weekly operations bulletin, KIPP SoCal operations team drive, operations website, and other forms of resources/communication.
• Support special projects and other tasks as designated by the Regional Operations team across various functional areas
• Provide on-the-ground operations support for schools as needed, including but not limited to: School-site support of school nutrition program, Arrival and dismissal support, Front office administration

Benefits

• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost
• KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave and vacation
• Flexible spending account
• EAP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level