West LA Operations Lead (Part-Time)

STAND; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

STAND is launching its first in-person LA location and seeks an exceptional Operations Manager to work directly with the founder across day-to-day operations and building scalable systems. This hands-on role focuses on getting the space ready, coordinating vendors, and creating processes to run smoothly as we grow.

Initially part-time (about 20 hours/week) with potential to expand; you are highly organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a kid-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in operations, project coordination, administration, events or similar fast-paced environments.
• Strong attention to detail and superb organizational skills.
• Proactive mindset with ability to track multiple moving pieces.

Responsibilities

• Turn founder priorities into clear next steps and track progress.
• Support day-to-day coordination: scheduling, meetings, documents, organization.
• Prepare for meetings, capture decisions, and ensure follow-through.
• Research options and recommend vendors, systems, tools.
• Help open the first location with vendor, buildout, and landlord coordination.
• Own ongoing operations after launch: space, scheduling, supplies, vendors.
• Manage waivers, insurance, permits, background checks.
• Oversee enrollment and program logistics for cohorts.
• Handle program administration, billing, payments, and records.
• Create checklists, calendars, systems, routines for new programs.
• Identify problems early and escalate when needed.
• Support marketing, events, partnerships, and special projects.

Skills

Organized

Operations experience

Coordination

Proactive problem solving

Communication

Multitasking

Detail orientation

Spreadsheet tools

Scheduling tools

Payment systems

Email platforms

Tools

Spreadsheets

Scheduling tools

Payment systems

Email platforms

Job description

STAND is launching its first in-person LA location and seeks an exceptional Operations Manager to work directly with the founder across day-to-day operations and building scalable systems. This hands-on role focuses on getting the space ready, coordinating vendors, and creating processes to run smoothly as we grow.

Initially part-time (about 20 hours/week) with potential to expand; you are highly organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a kid-focused environment.