Director of School Operations

JOB TITLE: Director of School Operations

REPORTS TO: Director of Network Operations

DEPARTMENT: School Operations 

LEAD Public Schools is Nashville’s largest homegrown charter network with five schools serving 2,400 students through both open enrollment and zoned-enrolled schools. At LEAD, our network of support systems help provide you a pathway to fulfill your goals. We encourage our employees at all levels to reach their potential by becoming leaders and dreaming big.

JOB GOAL:

The Director of School Operations (DSO) will be responsible for the Finance and Facilities functions for the school site including vendor selection and management, purchasing and accounting, facilities management, transportation and technology. This position also serves as the onsite human resources contact, and implementing programs designed by the network. This position partners with the Principal to ensure that the academics are able to meet LEAD Public Schools standards and manages a team of operations staff.

EDUCATION & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (required)

• 3 years of operational/administrative experience

• 2 years of experience with facilities management

• Education management or non-profit management preferred

THE ROLE:

• Oversees the physical operation of the school including security, key management, cameras, copiers etc. and maintains the schools inventory of hardware

• Manages the school operational budget and maintains accurate and continuous record in partnership with the Finance Team in the Network Support Team (NeST)

• Leader of the schools emergency response team, completes required trainings, and follows emergency communications, reporting, and implementation procedures

• Partners with the Director of Network Operations with decisions regarding salaries and benefits for all personnel, including the evaluation of support staff

• Researches, evaluates, purchases and manages school services including building maintenance, transportation and grounds

• Manages, designates, and responds campus operational platforms such as Nav360, Slack, Freshdesk, SmartInspect, Transportation Tracker, and Attendance Tracker/ DeansList

• Manages the purchase of all school operating supplies

• Supports bids and develops specifications for all outside contractual work

• Ensures the safety of personnel and students in their use of the facilities including the scheduling and management of required drills (fire, lockdown, etc.)

• Manages and develops the front office and specialized support staff including Operations Associate, Office Manager, Receptionist, and Athletics Director

• Maintains accurate and complete records of all school assets and records for compliance and audit purposes

• Manages and oversees the registration and re-registration process in conjunction with the Office Manager and Family and Community Engagement Coordinator

• Serve as backup medical designee to administer first aid and student medication

• Additional duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

• Belief in and commitment to the mission of “Ready for College and Ready for Life” and values of LEAD Public Schools

• Demonstrated knowledge of management principles and practices

• Entrepreneurial spirit and mindset

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to think analytically and strategically

• Excellent problem solving and negotiating skills

• Ability to work independently with diverse stakeholders while maintain high professional standards

• Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure

• Excellent organizational and people skills including time management and follow up

• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy

• Enjoys working in an environment serving children

• Ability to work outside of normal hours and on weekends, as needed

• Proficient in Google Suite (Doc and Sheets)

• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

• Creates and maintains positive working relationships on a team and/or in a highly collaborative environment

• A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional

NICE TO HAVES:

• Project Management or Project Management Professional Certification

• 2 years experience with financial/purchasing management related functions preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish and/or Arabic

COMPENSATION

This is a full-time, exempt position. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, including full benefits and technology provisions.

APPLICATION

To apply, please complete an online application: https://leadpublicschools.org/join-our-team/

LEAD Public Schools Non-Discrimination Policy

LEAD Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion,

ancestry, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical

condition, national origin, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information,

or veteran status in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs and activities.

LEAD Public Schools does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices and

complies with applicable federal and state regulations, including those implementing Title

IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Title VI, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of

1973 and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 1990.