Senior Director of Operations

Zing Recruiting; Summit (NJ); Sur place; USD 150 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Zing Recruiting is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Operations to oversee daily campus operations for an established independent school. The role leads facilities, security, maintenance, capital projects, auxiliary services, budgeting, and sustainability initiatives to ensure a safe and efficient campus environment.

Key responsibilities include safety, regulatory compliance, capital planning, budgeting, and vendor management, with a focus on leadership and continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 7–9 years in facilities or operations leadership, preferably in education.
• Experience with capital projects, security, budgets and vendors.
• Strong leadership, communication and financial management skills.
• Knowledge of building systems and NJ codes; relevant credentials

Responsabilités

• Oversee campus safety, security, emergency preparedness and regulatory compliance.
• Manage capital projects, renovations, facilities maintenance, and long‑term campus planning.
• Oversee custodial services, groundskeeping, transportation, and facility rentals.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, vendor contracts, and capital improvement plans.
• Lead sustainability and energy‑efficiency initiatives.
• Supervise and develop operations staff and department leaders.
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic planning and campus improvements.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Financial management

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience

CFM

FMP

LEED AP

OSHA 30

Description du poste

Seeking an experienced Senior Director of Operations to oversee daily campus operations for an established independent school. This role leads facilities, security, maintenance, capital projects, auxiliary services, budgeting, and sustainability initiatives to ensure a safe and efficient campus environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee campus safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage capital projects, renovations, facilities maintenance, and long-term campus planning.
• Oversee custodial services, groundskeeping, transportation, and facility rentals.
• Develop and manage operating budgets, vendor contracts, and capital improvement plans.
• Lead sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Supervise and develop operations staff and department leaders.
• Partner with senior leadership on strategic planning and campus improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 7–9 years of progressive facilities or operations leadership experience, ideally in education or a campus setting.
• Experience managing capital projects, security, budgets, and vendors.
• Strong leadership, communication, financial management, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of building systems, construction practices, and applicable New Jersey codes.
• CFM, FMP, LEED AP, or OSHA 30 credentials needed.
• Availability for occasional after-hours, weekend, and emergency needs.

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.