Director of Operations

We believe that having a healthy, efficient, and successful school operations team is key to a high performing school. As a co-leader on the school leadership team, the Director of Operations (DOO) will be responsible for managing the start up functions and daily operations for Digital Pioneers Academy. We are looking for a strategic leader who has a proven track record of success in optimizing processes and systems for excellence, while managing day to day operational priorities. The Director of Operations will collaborate closely with all other members of school leadership, manage a school operations team, and serve as a liaison to outside parties. This team’s ongoing development of systems and procedures ensures that critical, day-to-day processes operate like clockwork.

At DPA, we operate as a team with one mission. We attract leaders with a successful track record of developing authentic relationships with scholars, families and professional peers. With a collective mission to develop the next generation of innovators, our teachers will develop ours scholars to not only consume, but create the digital economy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 3 school operations professionals in overseeing all operational components of the school including daily systems, safety protocols,  school wide events, family communications, student data collection, technology, facilities, finances, and inventory management

• Develop, codify, and ensure continuous improvement and awareness of all operational policies, procedures and communications within the school community

• Ensure operational excellence and high level of detail in all areas of operations from school aesthetics to health and safety protocols, as well as ongoing organizational strategy and analysis

• Manage all school-based finances including but not limited to budgeting, financial analysis, and ongoing reporting to ensure financial sustainability and optimal performance

• Oversee all vendor relationships, including all service deliveries and vendor contract negotiations, to ensure efficient and timely work streams and processes 

• Manage all organizational compliance including ongoing compliance with charter requirements, reporting deadlines and other state and national standards as needed

• Build and enforce all school safety guidelines, including school security, emergency security planning, crisis management processes, to ensure ongoing compliance and training 

• Oversee all facilities planning, including procurement, school building and design aesthetics, and capital improvement planning, etc. to ensure school space is optimized for learning

Skills & Experience

• Inspiring leader with people management experience who continually pushes themselves and others to high levels of achievement

• Deeply embed themselves into the community of the school, ensuring strong relationships, high engagement and great operational results

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong interpersonal skills with scholars, parents, colleagues, and community members

• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operations metrics

• Incredibly high bar and keen eye for detail, and can manage their school and team to reflect the same

• Resourceful problem-solver who proactively shares best practices that drive DPA’s operational excellence 

• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

• Knowledge of legal rules and guidelines in education

• Demonstrated passion for improving educational outcomes

• Strong interpersonal skills and high moral character

• Understands the nuances of urban school environments and school culture

• Has evidence of self-motivation, diligence and willingness to be a team player

Qualifications

• BS/BA in business administration or relevant field

• Minimum of 3-4 years of relevant experience in school-based operations, project management or equivalent role

• Experience working in education operations, preferably for a charter school, is preferred but not required 

• Familiarity with MS Office and various project management software

• Comfort with technology and finances; moderate to advanced skills in navigating computer hardware and software

• Belief in and alignment with Digital Pioneers Academy’s core mission and educational philosophy

Compensation & Benefits

Digital Pioneers Academy offers a highly competitive salary based on experience and an excellent and comprehensive benefits package.