Director of School Operations

Director Of School Operations

The Director of School Operations leads the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of operational systems across Gestalt Community Schools, ensuring schools are safe, compliant, efficient, and positioned to support strong academic outcomes. This role oversees facilities, school operations, enrollment, support services, and operational systems while managing cross-functional teams and driving network-wide excellence. The ideal candidate possesses a deep passion for education, is knowledgeable about charter schools, and has professional experience in school operations, project management, people management, and related functions. This role will design and improve scalable operational systems that support network growth.

Reports to: Chief of Strategy and Operations

Salary: Employees at GCS are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role.

Direct Reports: Asset Management Coordinator, Instructional Technology Manager, Network Facilities Manager, Network Operations Manager, and Senior Manager of Recruitment and Enrollment

Core Responsibilities: Facilities, Safety and Risk Management, School Operations and Support Services Oversight, Recruitment and Enrollment Strategy, Systems, Budget and Team Leadership

Facilities, Safety and Risk Management

Lead network-wide facilities strategy

Oversee safety systems, compliance, and emergency preparedness

Co-create and monitor maintenance schedules, routines, and protocols

Manage capital projects and vendor performance

School Operations and Support Services Oversight

Ensure strong school operations systems

Strengthen customer service systems across schools

Supervise the ongoing professional development, accountability systems, and coaching support for school operations teams

Oversee attendance, enrollment, and records compliance

Oversee nutrition, security, transportation, and aftercare systems

Maintain state and local permits, certifications, and compliance for nutrition, security, transportation and aftercare vendors

Develop consistent systems, policies, and procedures for vendor management

Ensure vendor quality, compliance, and service delivery

Recruitment and Enrollment Strategy

Lead enrollment strategy and performance monitoring

Drive recruitment execution and enrollment accountability

Systems, Budget and Team Leadership

Lead operational planning, budgeting, and dashboards

Build tools, systems, and professional learning structures

Preferred Competencies: Change Management, Cross-functional Leadership, Data Analysis, Clear Communication, Grant Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Systems Thinking, Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Project Management, Vendor Management, Team Development

Requirements: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Experience in charter school, district, or multi-campus environments. Experience managing teams, vendors, budgets, and cross-functional projects. 5+ years of school leadership experience. 5+ years leading complex school or multi-site operations.

*The critical features of this role are described above but not all encompassing.