Director of Operations

CONCORD COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Operations

TYPE OF POSITION: Certified/ Administrative

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

SALARY RANGE: $113,300-$118,965

Full administrator benefits including: Health insurance supplement, 401A contribution

POSITION PURPOSE: The Director of Operations provides executive-level oversight and strategic alignment across the district's operational and business divisions. Each division is led by a qualified director or manager responsible for day-to-day operations; this role focuses on ensuring those departments function cohesively, operate within district goals and values, and are positioned to effectively support student learning and staff performance.

The Director of Operations serves as the bridge between the operational departments, translating district strategy into departmental priorities, removing cross-functional barriers, and ensuring accountability at the division level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

Supervised Divisions

Operations

• Transportation
• Police / School Safety
• Maintenance/Grounds
  
  

Business Services

• Business / Payroll
• Human Resources
• Food Service
• School Nursing
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Translate district-wide goals and priorities into actionable direction for department directors.
• Ensure all operational and business departments are aligned with the Superintendent's vision and board policy.
• Contribute an operational perspective to district-level planning and decisions.
• Supervise and evaluate department directors, providing coaching, professional support, and clear performance expectations.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex issues that exceed the scope of an individual department.
• Review and approve departmental budgets in collaboration with directors, ensuring alignment with district fiscal priorities.
• Ensure departments maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and board policies
• Support directors in navigating sensitive personnel, legal, or community issues that require senior-level involvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, streamline processes, and reduce costs without compromising service quality.
• Provide executive direction during operational crises or high-stakes situations affecting safety, continuity, or community trust.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a business or operations-related field.
• Skilled in navigating complex personnel situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Demonstrates disciplined work habits, follow-through, and attention to detail in high-accountability environments.
• Ability to effectively present oral and written information and respond to questions from administrators, teachers, school staff, and patrons.
• Provides leadership that supports instructional success through efficient operations, resource alignment, and staff support.
• Other qualifications that the School Board may require.