Great Oaks Legacy Charter School · 23 hours ago
School Operations Manager
Newark, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expGreat Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative charter public school in Newark NJ, seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to optimize conditions for student learning. The role involves overseeing student enrollment, technology, transportation, and facilities management, while ensuring compliance with various regulations and fostering a positive school culture.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for creating and revising structures and systems that will support and improve upon existing routines alongside the School Operations Manager in Residence and MDOF
Assists in building a joyful and inclusive school culture
Ensures effective operational support of school strategy
Manages the SPC, Operations Coordinator and/or Office Coordinator, Custodian, Nurse, Security, and Kitchen staff
Manages relationships with outside vendors, helps address general office and administrative needs
Willing to offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and improvement
Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including pre-service training over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)
Oversees the quality of the facility in all aspects, including scheduling walk-throughs, scheduling repairs and documenting condition of building
Prepares building for all safety drills and building inspections; maintains check-lists and documents drills and visits
Performing periodic safety inspections and drills in accordance with provided network standards
Manages and oversees the school’s facilities and physical condition
Proactively schedule building maintenance and repairs
Manage relationships with outside vendors as it pertains to facilities management
Ensures campus-based student enrollment process remains on track to meet enrollment goals
Participate in canvassing efforts alongside the school-based leadership team and designated school-based staff
Works with operations and admin team to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements
Builds and fosters relationships with community leaders and organizations to partner with, including maintaining a robust database of community organizations
Oversees school-based purchasing
Ensures adherence to Network’s fiscal policy and procedures
Assists with the operational logistics of (interim and standardized) student test administration, including the distribution and collection of test materials
Consult on various tasks to ensure a safe, secure learning environment for students at Great Oaks Legacy
Consults with the Operations Manager for all Emergency Readiness systems
Act as School Safety Manager (follow state compliance and reporting procedures)
Is certified in and can complete CPR and First Aid care if needed
Manages student information system to generate report cards and progress reports
Confirms student data, including class rosters, is accurate in the Student Information System (PowerSchool)
Oversees the maintenance of technology equipment, wireless network, and implementation of Tier 1 technology training
Works with Data & Technology Specialist to handle all in-school technology; Manages tech inventory at the school
Evaluate and, when needed, develop operational systems that will increase efficiency and be implemented with fidelity by the school community
Works with school leadership to manage the daily school schedule and calendar
Establish and implement robust processes and systems to continue and improve building efficiencies and daily operations
Coordinates the student meal program, including overseeing daily food services and maintaining nutrition reports
Acts as campus liaison to the food vendor and handles all aspects of food delivery/quality
Coordinates with school admin team to create and disseminate weekly parent communication
Manages student specific parent communication, including Deanslist
Completes weekly data reports per Instructional and Network Team requests
Qualification
Required
Belief that all students have what it takes to be successful and a desire to support the school's college preparatory academic program
Bachelor's degree from a competitive college or university
Superb organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a high-paced environment
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
2-4 years of previous office management/administrative experience in a K-12 education setting strongly preferred
Benefits
Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance plans w/ comprehensive network coverage.
Up to $5,250 per year in tax exempt student loan and tuition reimbursement.
Reimbursements for external professional development aligned to your role.
Wellness reimbursements including gym memberships, spa services, and more.
Online counseling services - for staff and their dependents - via top-rated therapy app.
Pre-tax state pension plan benefit w/ addl. options available via voluntary retirement plans.
Pre-tax dependent care, health, and transit flexible spending plans available.
Convenient health screening and telemedicine support via VitalCheck Wellness platform.
Company
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School
Great Oaks Legacy Charter School is a high-performing, innovative public charter school in Newark NJ, educating 2100+ students from Pre-K to 12th grade, on seven campuses.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dr. Ariana Lopez
Chief Operating Officer
Dominick DiFalco
Chief Strategy Officer
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