BRICK Networks ยท 1 hour ago
Founding Director of Operations in Residence
Rochester,NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$77K/yr - $98K/yr
2+ years expBRICK Networks is a nonprofit focused on transforming lives through holistic support and education. The Founding Director of Operations in Residence will play a crucial role in establishing operational systems and infrastructure for a new school, ensuring alignment with BRICK's mission and goals.
Education
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the school leadership team and BEN's central finance team to develop and manage the school's budget
Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions, submitting them to BEN's central finance team for processing. Ensure strict adherence to the school's fiscal policy and procedures, actively participating in the annual financial audit process by providing necessary documentation
Manage the school's purchasing process, from placing orders with vendors to tracking deliveries and maintaining inventory
Coordinate school-wide events such as Back-to-School Nights, Parent/Teacher Conferences, etc
Coordinate the preparation of the campus for the start-up or new school year, including ordering furniture, equipment, and classroom supplies, and establishing effective operational systems
Design and lead the execution of daily systems, such as arrival, dismissal, transitions, etc., to optimize learning time throughout the day, including training relevant staff members
Oversee the daily cleaning and regular maintenance of campus facilities
Manage the school's food and transportation services, coordinating with service providers and overseeing deliveries
Supervise the school's supply and asset inventory
Manage the school's technology program, encompassing hardware and software implementation and maintenance
Managing safety protocols and security managementDesign and manage visitor systems in the school to facilitate community access while ensuring the safety of the school community
Collaborate with the Vice Principal of Culture to coordinate activities within BRICK's ecosystem
Ensure board related items are submitted
Coordinate the setup and execution of all testing [internal, network and state]
Ensure the timely implementation of all items on the school's annual calendar
Maintain accurate school schedules, student records, and transcripts in accordance with school, local, state, and federal requirements
Ensure the timely and accurate submission of all required local, state, and federal reports
Establish a tracking system to monitor and report on progress toward operational goals and priorities. Oversee the administration of teacher coverage when needed
Ensure the timely production of student Progress Reports and Report Cards
Ensure proper maintenance and updating of student records at the school. Collaborate the planning and execution of student enrollment-related activities, such as open houses, feeder school visits (if applicable), and paperwork sessions
Ensure compliance with all employment laws and policies
Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and policies related to public school operations
Demonstrate the ability to independently work and solve daily school challenges
Manage and evaluate all operational staff, including contractors and in-house staffServe as a leadership partner to steward the academic vision of the school through excellent operational systems
Address the school community as needed, providing leadership throughout the school year
Oversee all customer service including general requests for information, proper telephone procedures, mail distribution, and transportation parking requests
Collect and maintain proper human resources information for faculty and staff
Hiring manager for Operations Team
Review for submission of payroll
Manage the Human Resource Information System (HRIS system)
In the first year, the DoO will focus on:
Designing and launching all operational systems for a brand-new school
Managing all aspects of building preparation and school opening
Leading student enrollment operations to meet targets
Creating strong workflows for finance, procurement, and compliance
Building a high-performing operations team and culture
Ensuring operational excellence starting Day 1
Qualification
Required
Show an unwavering commitment to the mission and vision of BRICK Rochester, focusing on the betterment of the Rochester community
Exhibit strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage people effectively in a work setting
Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with a diverse group of people
Have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously
Demonstrate the ability to collaborate as a co-leader in the implementation of the organization's mission and objectives
Be a self-starter with the capability to work independently
Exhibit the ability to multitask and make adjustments as needed in a high-speed environment
Have the ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Demonstrate the ability to train and supervise employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
Possess the ability to work with computers, various software programs, and other technology
Have knowledge of management and operations systems and strategies to run an effective organization
Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred
Management related experience of at least two (2) years
Preferred
Knowledge of public education and charter schools is highly desirable but not required
Professional or volunteer community engagement experience in the school or a similar community setting preferred
Previous work leading or supporting charter school operations preferred
Ideally have practical experience within a school setting, enriching their understanding of the dynamics and intricacies of educational environments
Benefits
Retirement and Health Benefits are included with full time employment
Company
BRICK Networks
BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic support, excellent schools, and clear pathways to college and career.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dominique Lee
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Chaleeta Hines
Chief Operating Officer
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