Head of Operations

Basis Education; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employer-paid health insurance

PTO

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Childcare Savings

Job summary

BASIS Leander is hiring a Head of Operations to manage the Finance and Facilities functions for the school site, including vendor selection and purchasing, accounting, and HR coordination. You will lead a small operations team and partner with the Head of School to ensure BASIS standards are met.

The role requires MBA or BA in business, 3–5 years in finance/purchasing, and 2+ years in facilities management, with HR experience preferred. Benefits are comprehensive.

Qualifications

• MBA or Bachelor's in Business Administration or equivalent
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• 3-5 years in financial or purchasing management
• 2+ years of facilities management experience
• HR-related functions experience preferred
• Education or non-profit management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee school operations including security, IT, VOIP, and inventory of hardware/software
• Manage budget and act as on-site bookkeeper in partnership with Central Office
• Partner with Head of School on salaries and benefits and employee evaluations
• Lead HR functions in coordination with central HR team
• Solicit bids, manage outside contracts, and ensure facilities safety and drills

Skills

Budgeting

Facilities Mgmt

HR coordination

Vendor mgmt

Strategic planning

Education

MBA or BA in Business Administration

Tools

Accounting software

HRIS

Job description

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Benefits at BASIS

401(k) match starting at 3%

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

100% employer-paid health insurance options

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"My students have hit a critical mass. They are not necessarily smarter than other students, but they are willing to work harder. They are competitive, but they challenge and support each other."

TJ Peacher Subject Expert Teacher, BASIS Scottsdale

BASIS Leander is seeking a Head of Operations to join our bright, passionate team!

This position is reporting to the Sr. Vice President of School Services, the Head of Operations will be responsible for the Finance and Facilities functions for the school site including vendor selection and management, purchasing and accounting, facilities management and technology. This position also serves as the onsite human resources contact, implementing programs designed by central office. This position partners with the Head of School to ensure that the academics are able to meet BASIS standards and manages a small operations staff.

Education and preferred experience

• MBA or Bachelor’s in Business Administration or similar degree
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• 3-5 years in a financial or purchasing management role
• 2+ years of experience with facilities management
• Experience with HR related functions preferred
• Education management or non-profit management preferred

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees the physical operation of the school including security, IT, VOIP, copiers etc. and maintains the schools inventory of hardware and software
• Manages the school budget and acts as the on-site bookkeeper keeping an accurate and continuous record of the financial position of the school, in partnership with a School Accountant based in the Central Office
• Partners with the head of school with decisions regarding salaries and benefits for all personnel, including the evaluation of support staff.
• Manages human resource functions for school employees in partnership with the central human resources team
• Researches, evaluates, purchases and manages school services including building maintenance, housekeeping and grounds
• Manages the purchase of all supplies including textbooks and school operating supplies
• Arranges bids and develops specifications for all outside contractual work
• Ensures the safety of personnel and students in their use of the facilities including the scheduling and management of required drills (fire, lockdown, etc.)
• Manages the front office and specialized support staff including registrar and records management
• Maintains accurate and complete records of all school assets
• Entrepreneurial spirit and mindset
• Demonstrated knowledge of management principles and practices
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to think analytically and strategically
• Excellent problem solving and negotiating skills
• Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintain high professional standards
• Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure
• Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy
• Patience, flexibility and a sense of humor
• Enjoys working in an environment serving children
• Willingness and ability to address facility issues from plumbing and sanitation to repair and maintenance

Additional Job Information:

Benefits and Salary:

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401k with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of any actual or perceived classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. Inquiries regarding BASIS’ nondiscrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail].

*As used in this policy, the term “BASIS” refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC; BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.; BDC, A Public Charter School, Inc.; BBR Schools, Inc.; BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.