Director of School Operations

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

Job summary

Jobtailor in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a seasoned Operations Leader to oversee day-to-day campus operations across facilities, food service, technology, transportation, and front office systems. The role drives safe, compliant environments, optimizes vendor relations, budgeting, and grants, and partners with the Principal on strategic planning to support student outcomes.

Data dashboards and Lean 5S will guide improvements. Experience in a K-12 setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Education Leadership, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role in operations or school administration.
• At least 2 years of experience managing cross‑functional teams and overseeing complex projects or systems.
• At least 2 years of experience using data and structured routines to drive process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally between campuses as needed.
• Must be able to pass a state and federal criminal history background check.
• Experience working in a charter school or K–12 public school system is preferred.
• Formal training or certification in Lean Six Sigma or related continuous improvement frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with student recruitment, enrollment growth strategies, or community engagement initiatives is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day campus operations across facilities, food service, technology, transportation, and front office systems.
• Ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained physical environments that support learning and comply with all regulatory standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and logistics to optimize efficiency and minimize disruptions to instruction.
• Align resources with academic priorities through effective budget management, purchasing, and grant execution.
• Co‑lead school-wide strategic planning alongside the Principal, driving operational goals that support student outcomes.
• Use data dashboards, daily huddles, and KPI reviews to track performance and quickly resolve issues.
• Apply Lean principles such as 5S and root‑cause analysis to streamline processes and reduce waste.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and workplace regulations, including training, reporting, and inspections.
• Hire, train, and manage non‑instructional staff, ensuring role clarity, operational excellence, and a strong service culture.
• Lead campus-based enrollment strategies in partnership with the Principal and Marketing team.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven approach

Vendor management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Process improvement

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day campus operations across facilities, food service, technology, transportation, and front office systems.
• Ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained physical environments that support learning and comply with all regulatory standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and logistics to optimize efficiency and minimize disruptions to instruction.
• Align resources with academic priorities through effective budget management, purchasing, and grant execution.
• Co‑lead school-wide strategic planning alongside the Principal, driving operational goals that support student outcomes.
• Use data dashboards, daily huddles, and KPI reviews to track performance and quickly resolve issues.
• Apply Lean principles such as 5S and root‑cause analysis to streamline processes and reduce waste.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and workplace regulations, including training, reporting, and inspections.
• Hire, train, and manage non‑instructional staff, ensuring role clarity, operational excellence, and a strong service culture.
• Lead campus-based enrollment strategies in partnership with the Principal and Marketing team.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Education Leadership, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role in operations or school administration.
• At least 2 years of experience managing cross‑functional teams and overseeing complex projects or systems.
• At least 2 years of experience using data and structured routines to drive process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally between campuses as needed.
• Must be able to pass a state and federal criminal history background check.
• Experience working in a charter school or K–12 public school system is preferred.
• Formal training or certification in Lean Six Sigma or related continuous improvement frameworks is preferred.
• Experience with student recruitment, enrollment growth strategies, or community engagement initiatives is preferred.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing campus operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing resources through effective budget management and strategic planning. Proficient in using data-driven approaches to enhance operational efficiency and support student outcomes.