Dayspring Academy for Education and the Arts · 10 hours ago
Director of Operations
New Port Richey, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$55K/yr - $65K/yrDayspring Academy for Education and the Arts is a top-performing charter school dedicated to creating an educational family that develops character-driven learners. The Director of Operations is responsible for overseeing operational infrastructure, leading various departments, and ensuring compliance while supporting organizational growth and expansion.
Education
Responsibilities
Provide direct leadership and supervision to Coordinators of: Facilities, Security, Information Technology, Transportation
Establish clear expectations, accountability structures, and performance metrics across all departments
Serve as the primary operational decision-maker, escalating only high-impact or strategic matters as needed
Conduct regular audits of operational systems, workflows, and procedures to ensure efficiency, compliance, and scalability
Design, implement, and continuously refine systems that support a growing, multi-campus environment
Create standardized operating procedures, documentation, and internal controls across departments
Lead operational planning for future campuses, programs, and organizational growth
Conduct market research and operational feasibility studies to support expansion initiatives
Partner with executive leadership to forecast infrastructure needs and long-range operational capacity
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and policy updates impacting K–12 operations, facilities, transportation, safety, and technology
Proactively adjust systems, procedures, and protocols to remain in compliance with evolving requirements
Ensure readiness for audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
Collaborate closely with academic, finance, HR, and executive teams to align operational systems with organizational goals
Serve as a trusted thought partner in problem-solving, risk management, and operational decision-making
Qualification
Required
Proven experience in operations management, systems development, or organizational infrastructure leadership
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage complex initiatives, and lead with minimal oversight
Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to analyze systems, identify inefficiencies, and implement effective solutions
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, or comparable productivity tools
Basic knowledge of IT troubleshooting and technical support
Experience coordinating events and managing logistics is a plus
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Previous experience in sponsorship development, fundraising, or donor relations is advantageous
Must successfully complete fingerprinting and pass a background screening through the Clearinghouse prior to employment
Preferred
Experience in K–12 education or within a multi-site educational organization
Background in market research, future planning, or organizational growth and expansion
Familiarity with facilities management, safety and security protocols, transportation operations, and IT systems
Experience interpreting legislative or regulatory updates and translating them into operational policies and procedures
Company
Dayspring Academy for Education and the Arts
Dayspring Academy for Education and the Arts is a pre-K through 12th grade for high school, delivering a world-class education.
Founded in 2000
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase