Campus Operations Director: Drive Student Success & Growth

Vertex Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading pay

Bonuses and paid time off

Health, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite childcare discounts

Job summary

Legacy Traditional Schools is seeking a Director of School Operations (DSO) to lead campus operations, safety, and budget execution in collaboration with the Principal. The role emphasizes Lean processes, data-driven improvements, and a strong service culture across non-instructional teams.

You will oversee facilities, vendor contracts, enrollment initiatives, and stakeholder engagement to ensure safe, high-performing schools and continuous growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Experience leading operations or school administration.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex projects.
• Data-driven approach to process improvement and efficiency.
• Valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and ability to travel between campuses.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day campus operations across facilities, food service, technology, transportation, and front office systems.
• Co-lead school-wide strategic planning with the Principal, using data dashboards and KPI reviews.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and emergency preparedness across the campus.
• Hire, train, and manage non-instructional staff and foster a service-focused culture.
• Lead enrollment strategies and community engagement to meet growth targets.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication

Change management

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration / Operations Management / Education Leadership / Public Administration

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Legacy Traditional Schools is seeking a Director of School Operations (DSO) to lead campus operations, safety, and budget execution in collaboration with the Principal. The role emphasizes Lean processes, data-driven improvements, and a strong service culture across non-instructional teams.

You will oversee facilities, vendor contracts, enrollment initiatives, and stakeholder engagement to ensure safe, high-performing schools and continuous growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment.