Junior Accountant

Facilities and Maintenance • Manage all aspects of facilities, including maintenance, repairs, janitorial services, landscaping, and utility systems. • Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and vendor contracts. • Lead short- and long-term facility planning, including space utilization and capital improvements. • Respond to facility emergencies and ensure minimal disruption to school operations. School Operations & Logistics • Develop and manage systems and procedures for daily school operations, including arrival/dismissal, meal service, and custodial schedules. • Support leadership with logistics for events, testing, and emergency drills. • Serve as a point of contact for all third-party vendors and service providers. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management • Implement and oversee safety and security procedures, emergency response protocols, and drills. • Ensure school facilities meet all local, state, and federal health and safety standards, including ADA and OSHA compliance. • Maintain facility documentation, inspection records, permits, and authorizer reports. • Coordinate risk management plans, including insurance and incident reporting. Transportation • Manage or oversee student transportation services, including contracts, routing, scheduling, and vehicle safety compliance. Procurement & Budget Management • Develop and manage the annual operations and facilities budget in alignment with school priorities. • Oversee procurement of equipment, furniture, supplies, and services in compliance with school financial policies. • Track and report spending, savings opportunities, and cost-control strategies. Food Service Oversight • Manage, direct, oversee food service vendor for school locations • Monitor delivery of food service • Ensure compliance with district policies and regulations • Ensure vendor meets USDA National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Leadership & Collaboration • Supervise operations and custodial team members; develop performance goals and provide training and support. • Serve on the school leadership team and contribute to strategic planning and campus development initiatives. • Partner with instructional leaders, finance, HR, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless school operations. Qualifications Required: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Administration, or related field. • Minimum 5 years of operations, facilities, or project management experience—preferably in a school, nonprofit, or charter network. • Strong understanding of compliance requirements, safety standards, and facilities systems. • Demonstrated experience managing contractors, facilities projects, or capital improvements. • Ability to respond to emergencies and resolve issues quickly and effectively. Preferred: • Experience working in a charter or K–12 public school setting. • Familiarity with charter school authorizer compliance and reporting requirements. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, inventory and vendor management, excel Key Skills: • High level of initiative and accountability • Strong organizational and project management abilities • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills • Solutions-oriented and adaptable under pressure Working Conditions • Requires occasional evening/weekend hours and on-call availability for emergencies. • May involve physical activity including lifting, climbing ladders, or extended walking on school grounds.