Director of Operations

Background of the Organization

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS.

Overview

The Director of Operations (DOO) will work closely with the Chief of Staff and the school leadership team to achieve operational success at Ambition Prep. The Director of Operations is a member of the organization’s business leadership team, and is responsible for operational quality, strategic quality focused on innovation efficiency, and implementation of best practices. Operational quality is a determinant in the success of Ambition Prep and our students. The DOO ensures that all school staff are using their limited time and resources in the most efficient manner possible; that the physical space and environment facilitate and enhance excellent teaching and learning; that obstacles to academic achievement are anticipated and avoided; and that staff, students, and families are able to maintain focus on learning and growth in every moment. The DOO manages other operations team members in order to support Ambition Prep in fulfilling its mission.

Responsibilities and Duties

Management

• Manage various members and leaders of the Ambition Prep operations and administrative teams, including the Deans of Academic Operations, Office Managers, Facility Manager, and Family Coordinator.
• Build the capacity of the Ambition Prep team through consistent delegation and coaching.
• Manage external vendors, including but not limited to nursing, security, maintenance, digital technology, technology, landscaping, assessment, and others.
  
  

School Leadership

• Work with the senior leadership and school leadership teams to make high-level decisions.
• Help create and implement the strategic vision for the school.
• Problem-solve as required, protecting the instructional leadership team’s time by addressing and/or resolving issues as they arise.
  
  

Organizational Partnerships

• Ensure strong partnership and alignment on key priorities with the Executive Assistant in order to effectively support the ED.
• Ensure that all decisions are made with families and scholars in mind. Oversee or participate in family and community meetings and events.
• Ensure regular correspondence with families and the community regarding school policies, updates, events, and milestones.
• Oversee recruitment initiatives, and support the student recruitment and enrollment process, ensuring that recruitment goals are met and students are enrolled efficiently, accurately, and compliantly.
  
  

External Relations

• Act as a representative of Ambition Prep in the community.
• Establish new connections with community partners and manage relationships with external organizations.
• Support, plan, and lead various events throughout the year.
  
  

Facility

• Manage and oversee the facility manager, maintenance vendors, and tenants.
• Uphold responsibility for the overall visual impression and cleanliness of the school, and ensuring all building decorum is maintained and reflects the Ambition Prep brand.
• Be on-call for any security or emergency issues that may arise during non-school hours.
• Ensure the health and safety of the organization.
  
  

Technology

• Oversee maintenance and inventory of technology equipment, implement technology training and servicing, and manage technology consultant relationships to ensure that the school has a fully functioning technology infrastructure.
  
  

Academic Daily Systems

• Create and oversee daily procedures within the school, including morning arrival, uniform purchases and distribution, breakfast, transitions, lunch, snack, and dismissal alongside the operations team.
• Manage before school, after school, clubs, extracurricular activities, and schoolwide events.
• Manage and/or conduct truancy and attendance assessments
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Ultimately, the Director of Operations is a senior leadership position at Ambition Prep. Therefore, the Director of Operations regularly takes on additional responsibilities and does whatever it takes to ensure that Ambition Prep students and staff have what they need to be successful.
  
  

Desired and Required Characteristics

• Bachelor's degree required, (Master’s degree preferred)
• Background check passed, required
• Strong computer skills, including Google Suite, Excel, required
• Experience supervising individuals and teams, required
• Experience in working with teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
• Alignment with Ambition Prep’s mission; demonstrated belief in the ability of low-income children to excel academically and the ability of schools to be the drivers of that success.
  
  

Compensation

Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive salaries and a full benefits package, including paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is committed to creating a diverse staff and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, pregnancy or veteran status. Ambition Prep will provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities.

Disclaimer: This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.