Managing Director of School Operations

KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools Atlanta, Georgia
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December 15, 2022
KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools
Atlanta, Georgia
FULL_TIME
Company Description



KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools is part of the growing network of KIPP Public Schools. KIPP Public Schools is a national network of free, open enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to supporting all students to reach their highest aspirations. There are 270 KIPP schools across the nation serving more than 120,000students. Nationally, KIPP students have a 4X higher graduation rate than that of their peers.


KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates eleven KIPP schools including four primary schools, five middle schools, one K-8 school, and one high school, as well as the KIPP Forward program which supports students through college, career, and beyond.




Job Description



KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools is currently seeking a strategic and dynamic Managing Director of School Operations (MDSO). Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the MDSO will be responsible for coaching Directors of Operations (DOOs) to operational excellence. The MDSO will also serve as a partner to the Managing Director of Regional Operations (MDRO) and will have the ability to coordinate resources with the needs of every school. They will also play an active role in designing and executing centrally led initiatives to implement systems and practices that enhance the organization’s efficiency and scalability.


As a KIPP Metro Atlanta, Managing Director of School Operations your core responsibilities include:


Management and Leadership


  • Actively mentors and coaches Directors of Operations. Serves as an on-call resource, thought partner, problem solver, and coach.

  • Hold high standards for Directors of Operations while empowering them to proactively and creatively problem-solve, and model versatility and collaboration for the organization.

  • Recruits, mentors and supports a diverse and exceptional team of professionals. Diligently seeks opportunities for professional development, acting as a coach and sounding board, and serves as an organizational role model in cultivating a culture of high expectations and support.

  • Thoughtfully considers the impact of decisions, and facilitates resolutions that protect the organization’s interests and prioritizes student needs.

  • In partnership with school principals, annually authors performance evaluations, and closely monitors progress relative to operational excellence metrics.

  • Proactively identifies operational areas in need of improvement and develops and implements large-scale enhancements to systems and processes to improve efficiency in key operational areas.

  • Identifies professional development opportunities for DOOs and promotes cross-training among DOOs across the network.

  • Support DOOs in developing well-rounded, cross-functional, excellent school operations teams.

  • All other duties as assigned


Strategic Growth


  • Advise the Support Team on how to scale school operations for growth.

  • Develop and implement plans to select, onboard, develop and support new DOOs.

  • Supports DOOs in developing and implementing plans to select, onboard, develop and support new school operations staff.



Operations Leadership and Support


  • School Operations

    • Regularly meets and collaborates with the Managing Director of Regional Operations or Regional Support Team department leaders (Finance, Technology, Facilities, Nutrition, Academic, Talent, Data) to identify and work on operational efficiencies or improvement projects.

    • Meet and collaborate with school-based leaders to identify opportunities for organizational improvement.

  • School Readiness & Start-Up

    • Works closely with schools to prepare for school opening each year (i.e. ordering furniture, equipment, annual training, and classroom supplies) and ensures that the school works with the Managing Director of Regional Operations to ensure student services are prepared for day one.

  • Student Data Management

    • Provide oversight and support to school-based operations teams around effective data management, ensures that strong practices are in place for the collection and accurate recording of all student data.

  • Compliance & Authorizer Relations

    • Ensures that schools are in compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements.

    • Serve as the primary liaison with Atlanta Public Schools and Fulton County Schools for all school-level compliance requirements including student and staff data, reporting, and safety.

    • Ensures required audits are completed with fidelity and accuracy.


Budget and Finance


  • In partnership with Finance ensures that the budget for each school is managed effectively; actively participates in the annual budgeting process.

  • Ensures that schools and collaborate on budgeting process and adhere to all fiscal policies and procedures.


Other


  • Supports the work of the Chief Operating Officer in identifying and developing network-wide system improvements to support KIPP Metro Atlanta Schools growth, creating more efficiencies while still allowing for freedom and innovation at the schools.

  • Manages effective implementation of annual operational projects.

  • All other duties as assigned



Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree required

    • Master’s degree preferred

  • Minimum 10 years of work experience with 5 years of supervisory and management experience, preferably in a large, dynamic, mission-driven organization

  • Strong project and time management skills

  • Ability to effectively backwards plan, manage multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely results

  • Strong strategic and analytical skills with an aptitude for systems-building

  • Sense of humility, urgency, and customer service mindset

  • Strong ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quickly

  • Team player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management and relationship building skills

  • Ability to lead, influence, and hold others accountable to high standards of academic and operational excellence

  • Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills

  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point and Microsoft Excel

  • Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional

  • Unwavering commitment to KIPP’s mission and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP students, families, and staff


Additional Information



Compensation:


We offer a competitive salary that depends on prior experience, as well as a benefits package including


  • Healthcare (medical, vision, and dental)

  • Life and Long-term Disability

  • Additional Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

  • Enrollment in the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (mandatory for all employees)


Statement of Non-Discrimination


KIPP Metro Atlanta is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school. KIPP Metro Atlanta does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.


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