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JOB TITLE:

Campus Manager

REPORTS TO:

Chief Academic Officer/Campus Director

COMPANY:

Established in 2023, New Heights is an authorized public high school for people 18-50 that has been created to drive multigenerational transformation through lifelong learning and economic independence. Founded by the original experts in adult education in Texas, New Heights provides a new experience for Texans who want to re-engage in their educational journey now that a high school diploma (not a GED), career education, and access to college are more accessible.

The mission of New Heights is to rapidly increase opportunities for marginalized communities by connecting individuals with relevant and impactful high school education, career and technical training, college pathways, and jobs in an environment designed specifically to meet the responsibilities, challenges, and whole person needs of adult learners ages 18-50. New Heights is a collaborative and welcoming learning environment that respects a student’s experiences, life circumstances, and goals, providing them an opportunity to develop their own pathway, co-create with peers and teachers, and become more prepared for a career or college.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Campus Manager is a vital role for the launch of New Heights. The primary goal of the Campus Manager is to guide and support the operations of the New Heights campus and provide support to the Chief Academic Officer. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the day-to-day operations and will work to meet the needs of all students and staff and ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local requirements. They will provide leadership by monitoring and evaluating the operations of New Heights and implement quality assurance measures to positively impact District and Campus outcomes. Additionally, the Campus Manager position consists of the planning, organizing, coordinating, and preparing specifications for purchasing commodities and services, maintaining procurement documents, and ensuring purchases for New Heights are timely, compliant, reasonable and necessary. The position involves initiative and flexibility in working with staff, students, consultants, vendors and community partners and maintains a collaborative spirit with a student-centered approach. The position will work closely with the Chief Academic Officer to ensure alignment with campus needs and remains aligned with the New Heights Board, Superintendent and District priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership and coordination of day-to-day operations within New Heights.
• Direct the ongoing development and monitoring of a comprehensive District-wide data quality system.
• Supervise the accurate collection, reporting, and retention of all campus and staff data.
• Participate in budget planning and monitoring, and preparation of program reports as applicable.
• Prepare and manage the District’s Central Office calendar and scheduled projects.
• Oversee employee performance, assist with the scheduling of evaluation conferences, and participate in the recruitment, selection, and training of personnel and make sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Procures or supervises the timely procurement of supplies, equipment and services needed in accordance with New Heights policy.
• Coordinate with staff to determine their needs, proper account coding and funding source.
• Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogs and the internet, and interview them to gather information about products to be ordered.
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best value among potential suppliers.
• Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, account coding, terminology, and specifications.
• Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.
• Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Respond to staff and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Monitor contractor performance, recommending contract modifications when necessary.
• Establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with all staff, vendors, and students.
• Assist with and ensure emergency and crisis plans are developed, communicated, implemented, and practiced; manage school facilities and equipment effectively to ensure a safe, clean, and orderly building with maximization of space; work closely with District personnel and contractors regarding completion of any necessary repairs or renovations of the building.
• Model and promote effective communication and collaboration among team members to enhance student and staff satisfaction.
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of a New Heights strategic plan aligned with needs of the campus and New Heights Board, Superintendent and District priorities.
• Assist with outreach and engagement events throughout the school year (periodically at nights and on weekends).
• Ensure accessibility and engagement for incoming students with consideration of special population needs.
• Collaborate with Chief Academic Officer/Campus Director and Chief Operations Office to incorporate the needs of the campus when developing and implementing New Heights goals and objectives.
• Approach all prospective students with respect of the varying levels of educational attainment and the previous education experiences they have experienced.
• Participate in the development, preparation, implementation and evaluation of a student-focused budget mindful of district priorities and campus needs and maintain a positive budget.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with all stakeholders; students, staff, Tarrant County College (TCC) and community partners.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Attend all meetings as scheduled.
• Assist at critical times with projects involving New Heights, as needed (graduation, awards programs, and special events).
• Able to work under general to limited supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Provide occasional backup support for other departments.
• Organize and plan to meet critical deadlines.
• Foster a spirit of collegiality with all teams throughout New Heights;
• Encourage the active involvement of all team members in the decision-making process;
• Effectively communicate expectations of high-level performance to staff while supportively holding team members accountable.
• Celebrate staff achievements on a weekly basis.
• Practice the effective and quick resolution of conflicts among team members and promote positive and effective communication and collaboration.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including, but not limited to, State Board of Education and New Heights Board policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of New Heights.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position has supervisory responsibilities over the Campus Receptionist.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Education, Adult Education or other related field.
• Knowledge of Texas Charter district and school rules.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset and problem-solving attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks or crisis situations effectively.
• Strong complex problem solving skills, and proven ability to establish and maintain positive relationships in an organization.
• Ability to oversee, coordinate, and influence a proactive and solution-focused team, focused on a positive first impression when interacting with students, staff and community partners.
• Strong sense of professionalism, administrative ability, systemic understanding of developing adult relationships, building trust while utilizing socioemotional approaches, and effective communication/interpersonal skills with adults seeking a return to the educational environment.
• Experience working with adults age 18-50 in urban, non-traditional, and/or adult education setting; Possess understanding of marginalization and how it impacts an individual and the community; Display respect for diversity of thought and have experience implementing thoughtful collaboration within a team and the New Heights community.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Texas Mid-Management or other appropriate Texas certification (Principal).
• Five years’ experience in Texas Charter School Administration, school district operations or related experience.

BENEFITS:

• Teacher Retirement System
• Annual paid time off
• Health Benefits
• FSA
• Life Insurance

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:

• Based on experience and qualifications.
• This is a 12-month position. State and Federal Holidays; School Breaks; PTO.

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NOTICE:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

New Heights is a public school and post-offer background check and fingerprinting is required to ensure the applicant meets all eligibility requirements for the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Charter school
• In-person
• School

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Worth, TX 76119 (Required)

Work Location: In person