2027-28 Assistant Principal of Operations

Alliance-College--ready-Public-Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Aspiring Principal Program

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is seeking an Assistant Principal (AP) of Operations to lead non-instructional functions at a Los Angeles school and report to the principal with support from the Alliance Home Office Operations team.

The AP will design and implement school-wide systems for finance, procurement, attendance, enrollment, facilities, nutrition, health and safety, and regulatory compliance while building strong relationships with staff, families, and students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• 4+ years of school and/or operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead school site operations and manage non-instructional functions.
• Ensure compliance with district, state, federal, and authorizer requirements.
• Design and manage school-wide systems for: arrival/dismissal, nutrition, procurement, budgeting, and payroll.
• Own attendance and enrollment data systems and drive targets with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee the school nutrition program, health and safety, and emergency procedures.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop the operations team; collaborate with leadership on system-wide initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

ABOUT ALLIANCE COLLEGE-READY PUBLIC SCHOOLSAlliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 25 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy. To learn more, visit www.LAalliance.org.For current vacancies by location, please click here.ROLE SUMMARYThe Assistant Principal (AP) of Operations will lead school site operations and will report to the school principal with support from the Alliance Home Office Operations team. This role will lead the strategy and structures for all non-instructional functions necessary to run a high-performing school. As part of the school’s leadership team, the AP of Operations will not only lead the non-instructional functions of the school, but, to be effective, this role must develop positive interpersonal relationships with the entire school community, including teachers, staff, scholars, families, and visitors, and be seen by all as a leader of the school. The AP of Operations also leads and directly manages the school's operations team, which is responsible for managing finance and procurement, student data and reporting, the nutrition program, facilities, recruitment and enrollment, student health and safety, and regulatory compliance.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESVisionary LeadershipSets a compelling vision and laser-focused plan for operational excellence that facilitates college-ready scholar achievement and supports progress toward school-wide goalsSits on the school-based leadership team and supports school-wide priorities and initiativesServes as a thought partner to the principal in the design and implementation of school-wide systemsOperational Leadership and Systems ThinkingEnsures all district, state, federal, and authorizer compliance requirements are completed on timeDesigns and manages school-wide systems, including: arrival, dismissal, transitions, nutrition and lunch, supply requests, and procurement processingOversees and designs systems and structures for all fiscal matters, including purchasing, inventory, budget tracking, payroll, and implementation of Alliance fiscal policiesOversees, designs, and manages student attendance strategy using data, and leads cross-functional school-site team to meet annual attendance goalsCreates and manages student recruitment and enrollment strategy using data, and ensures the school meets its annual recruitment and retention targets through cross-collaboration with different teamsServes as the owner of the school information system and plans and executes key inputs for attendance, enrollment, contact information, and other key data, including transfer and exit dataOversees the school nutrition program, ensuring compliance and fiscal responsibilityAssesses school health and safety needs and designs emergency response procedures and strategy, while serving as the school safety officer to train staff and students on emergency proceduresProactively plans for and oversees daily maintenance and improvements of the school facilityDevelops vision for and maintains clear family communication and engagement structuresConducts high-quality walkthroughs, observations, and audits, and uses data and trends to determine rigorous and timely strategic shifts to drive operational outcomesCultural and Talent LeadershipHires, manages, coaches, trains, and develops school operations team membersCreates and executes training and onboarding of Alliance operational procedures for all school stakeholdersDesigns and leads professional development opportunities for teachers and staff for non-instructional priorities of the schoolParticipates in cross-network operations initiatives, pilots, and projects, promoting best practice sharing across schoolsPerforms or manages other functions as assignedTHE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVEDemonstrated ability to lead, influence, and hold others accountable.Ability to coach and develop direct reports.Strong project and time management skills.Ability to take initiative, set priorities, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Aptitude for designing and building systems and using data to adjust strategy to drive desired outcomes.Attention to detail.Ability to remain calm under pressure, especially in difficult conversations with parents and staff.Ability to treat sensitive issues with respect and empathy, maintaining confidentiality where required.Willingness and ability to learn new skills and processes as needed.Organized in work habits and able to meet deadlines.Customer service orientation.Open to feedback and growth.Belief in and alignment with Alliance’s core beliefs.A deep commitment to Alliance's anti-racist, pro-Black mission.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university4+ years of school and/or operations experiencePreferred: Graduate degree from an accredited college or universityPreferred: Certificated school-based or teaching experiencePreferred: Previous school-based leadership experiencePreferred: Spanish fluencyBENEFITSIn alignment with our commitment to equity for our scholars, Alliance is dedicated to promoting equity and transparency within our team, offering competitive salaries commensurate with experience, as well as generous retirement and health benefits. This position is Exempt.We strive to be the best employer possible by offering excellent benefits for our employees and their families. Please click HERE for more information about our health benefits, retirement options, as well as our paid holidays and leave.Professional Development: At Alliance, we believe in supporting school leadership growth and providing substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support.Leadership Opportunities: Leadership opportunities are extensive at Alliance, and Assistant Principals interested in growing their leadership skills are invited to join our Aspiring Principal Program.Recognition: Alliance provides special recognition to staff who demonstrate their dedication inside and beyond the school.COMPENSATION$109,000.00 - $149,500.00APPLICATION PROCESSInterested candidates should submit an application. If you advance to the next step, you will be contacted for a phone screen and/or interview. Only candidates who advance will be contacted.If you would like to view the progress of your application, you can log in to your Candidate Home Account by signing in at the top right of our jobs page.Unfortunately, we are not able to sponsor or support applicants on visas at this time or in the foreseeable future.DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSIONAlliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the unique identities of all scholars and staff. Nearly two-thirds of our teachers and administrators identify as people of color, reinforcing our commitment to representation and the power of diverse role models. We recognize the richness of the cultures and communities we serve, and we believe that embracing and empowering these identities is essential to the success and pride of our scholars. Working at Alliance means joining a movement to drive transformative change, nurture resilience, and build lifelong, meaningful connections with scholars and their communities.Champion Alliance’s Anti-Racist, Pro-Black Mission: The strongest candidates will bring a commitment to Alliance’s mission of building an anti-racist, pro-Black community that prioritizes the success and well-being of Black and Brown scholars. Candidates should have a passion for promoting equity through anti-racist, student-centered teaching practices that celebrate racial and cultural identities. This role is rooted in service to systemically underserved communities in Los Angeles, helping scholars graduate “college-ready” with pride in who they are.This job description is subject to change at any time based on the evolving needs of the organization.Alliance College-Ready Public Schools are tuition-free public charter schools that do not discriminate against any scholar, parent, community member, or staff member based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.Alliance College-Ready Public Schools requires that all team members complete a LiveScan background check and TB clearance.Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements, women and other underrepresented people tend to only apply when they match every criterion. If you think you meet some of the qualifications, but don't necessarily check every box in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. If you have questions contact the Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].