Executive Director of Operations (Chief Operations Officer)

Executive Director of Operations (Chief Operations Officer)

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Job Details

Job ID:
Application Deadline: Sep 22, :59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Executive Director of Operations (Chief Operations Officer)
Reports to: Executive Director of Schools (CEO)
Assignment: District
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Pay Grade: Admin 5; 220 days
Date Revised: 07/13/2026
Terms of Employment:
This FLSA exempt position (salaried, non-hourly) is on a work calendar of 220 days per school year. Salary is based on experience in administrative roles.

Qualifications

• ? Bachelor’s degree in education, business, supply chain management, operations management, finance or related field required.
• ? Minimum of ten years in advanced administrative roles, focusing on operational oversight or financial strategy within complex organizations.
• ? Master’s degree in administration related field
• ? Superintendent certificate preferred

Experience

• ? Five years of operations experience in a leadership role, preferably within public education.
• ? Background in facilities or project management.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• ? Demonstrated leadership skills.
• ? Ability to problem solve, think critically, and manage conflicts.
• ? Ability to collect, analyze and use multiple sources of data.
• ? Strong organization, communication, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills.
• ? Ability to work collaboratively to build consensus while also delivering exceptional results.
• ? Inspire, manage, and collaborate with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• ? Be flexible, resilient, and adaptable to changing priorities.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Regarding all areas assigned:
  • ? Work with assigned staff to develop and implement a strategic plan for the management and monitoring of outcomes through assigned staff as adopted by board goals.
  • ? Direct and monitor the impact of decisions in relation to desired outcomes of ACA.
  • ? Intervene and adapt administration plans as necessary.
  • ? Monitor the progress of strategic plans and provide immediate recommendations for revisions when internal or external shifts impact organizational efficiency or expected outcomes.
  • ? Propose and maintain budgets appropriate to efficiently and effectively utilize resources to accomplish adopted goals; compile budget and cost estimates based upon documented program needs; manage departmental budgets effectively and efficiently.
  • ? Direct, recommend, and apply policies and procedures that maintain efforts toward district goals. ? Lead multi-departmental strategy by evaluating critical challenges and implementing high-impact solutions.
  • ? Oversee operational objectives across multiple outsourced departments or services district wide.
  • ? Ensure compliance with district, state, and national policies and procedures.
  • ? Develop leadership and inspire others
• Specifically:
  • Maintenance and Operations:
    • ? Develop and implement a strategic plan for facilities management aligned with the district’s goals utilizing the strengths of the staff and resources available.
    • ? Collaborate with educational leaders to ensure facilities support evolving educational needs including student and staff safety.
    • ? Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs for all district facilities.
    • ? Ensure efficient operation of key building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, technology, servers and server rooms, etc)
    • ? Develop and manage budgets for facilities maintenance.
    • ? Negotiate and manage contracts, monitoring performance and adherence to contractual obligations.
    • ? Collaborate with the bond program administration on activities related to bond construction/ renovation and long-term facilities strategic planning.
    • ? Develop and implement a strategic plan for integrated pest management. Ensure compliance with all applicant regulations related and proper documentation for inspection.
  • Logistics:
    • ? Coordinate and oversee certain student services as assigned (ie: Child Nutrition, Technology services).
    • ? Develop and implement a strategic plan for student transportation services aligned with the district’s educational goals. ? Partner with educational leadership to align transportation services with evolving instructional needs while maintaining strict compliance with laws and regulations. Page 2 Executive Director of Operations
    • ? Direct district-wide facilities use procedures to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to all governing laws.
    • ? Oversee special projects as assigned.
  • Community and Family Engagement:
    • ? Develop and implement a strategic plan for the district’s family recruitment and enrollment experience that aligns with district goals.
    • ? Direct and coordinate the student health advisory committee.
    • ? Work with PTO and other organizations to ensure ACA’s culture of community meets ACA’s goals and expectations.
    • ? Represent ACA in the community, as needed.
  • Student Experience:
    • ? Direct/assist in district level involvement in extracurricular activities for students.
• Additional Duties:
  • ? Develop and manage budgets for non-instructional services, ensuring financial sustainability and adherence to fiscal policies.
  • ? Allocate resources effective to support the district’s operational needs.
  • ? Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising the quality of operational services.
  • ? Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to building codes, accessibility and safety.
  • ? Collaborate on initiatives that integrate instructional and operational functions.
  • ? Act as a district liaison and executive advisor to the CEO during strategic interactions with civic, corporate, and governmental partners concerning organizational systems.
  • ? Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:

  Coordinator of Faciendum Est, Coordinator of Facilities, Coordinator of Technology, Coordinator of Fundraising and Development, Child Nutrition Director, and/or other roles as assigned in the adopted organizational chart; subject to change

• Equipment:

  Personal computer, computer software programs and peripherals, copier, Fax machine, and other equipment applicable to position.

• Working Conditions:
  • ? Maintain emotional control under stress.
  • ? Frequent district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
  • ? Work indoors and outdoors to conduct on-site inspections of all maintenance facilities.
  • ? Work around machinery with moving parts; work on ladders or scaffolding.
  • ? Continuous lifting, carrying, dragging.
  • ? Continuous reaching above shoulder level.
  • ? Frequent driving of vehicles.
  • ? Frequent bending and squatting.
  • ? Continuous walking. Page 3 Executive Director of Operations
  • ? Continuous standing.
  • ? Limited sitting.
  • ? Subject to temperature extremes.
  • ? Subject to fumes, dust, solvents, and toxic chemicals/materials.

Arlington Classics Academy does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $103,428 to $125,400 Per Year

Administration > Business/Finance

Job Requirements

• At least 10 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Yolanda Vitovsky , HR Admin Assistant
• 5206 South Bowen Road
• Arlington, Texas 76017
• Phone:
• Email: