Strategic Operating Leader for Growth & Execution

Solution Tree; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Solution Tree in Bloomington, IN seeks a Chief Operating Officer to turn company strategy into coordinated execution across a complex mission-driven education enterprise. The COO will be the CEO's principal operating partner, aligning leaders, priorities, resources, systems, and accountability so guidance becomes measurable outcomes.

This is not a command-and-control role; influence and judgment matter most.

Qualifications

• Requires strong strategic thinking and ability to translate strategy into action.
• Proven track record of leading diverse teams and aligning priorities.
• Experience with governance, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted adviser to the CEO; translate priorities into ownership and milestones.
• Lead cross-functional execution; remove barriers and ensure accountability.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Protect operations continuity, cybersecurity, tech reliability, and customer service.
• Guide senior leaders; foster collaboration and depth in leadership teams.
• Provide candid counsel to the CEO and maintain alignment across the organization.

Skills

Strategic planning

Execution leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Influence without authority

Education

MBA or equivalent business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Solution Tree in Bloomington, IN seeks a Chief Operating Officer to turn company strategy into coordinated execution across a complex mission-driven education enterprise. The COO will be the CEO's principal operating partner, aligning leaders, priorities, resources, systems, and accountability so guidance becomes measurable outcomes.

This is not a command-and-control role; influence and judgment matter most.