Operations Leader: Build Efficient Systems & Growth

Equus; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Workforce Solutions seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily domestic operations from Waterloo to Mason City, IA. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, optimize processes, and drive performance across departments, ensuring timely project delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of supervisory experience, with strong project management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement skills to support growth and customer excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, management, organizational development or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience leading teams.
• Experience in project management, program operations, or related operational roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and manage assigned team members, providing coaching and performance support.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project plans and operational documents for timely delivery.
• Lead regular team meetings with staff and leadership to align goals and address challenges.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial planning with senior leadership for sustainability and growth.
• Generate and present weekly and monthly reports on operational metrics and KPI.
• Coordinate resource allocation and scheduling to optimize efficiency for projects.
• Establish and maintain quality standards across processes and deliverables.
• Build and nurture relationships with partners, stakeholders, and customers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership on program development, contracts, HR initiatives, and business development.
• Identify process improvements and implement solutions to boost operational efficiency.
• Support onboarding and assignment processes for new team members and customers.
• Handle multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Budget management

Contract management

Vendor relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Budgeting software

Data analysis tools

Reporting systems

Contract management software

Job description

Dynamic Workforce Solutions seeks an Operations Manager to oversee daily domestic operations from Waterloo to Mason City, IA. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, optimize processes, and drive performance across departments, ensuring timely project delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of supervisory experience, with strong project management, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement skills to support growth and customer excellence.