School Operations ManagerThe School Operations Manager is a school based position that assists with all finance and operations functions necessary to run a high-performing school. This includes coding invoices, purchasing, facilities, food services, transportation, technology, student recruitment, student data, regulatory compliance, and academic operations support. The School Operations Manager serves as a key member of the school's Front Office Team, ensures that the school's operations meet high standards of operational excellence, families are offered outstanding customer service, and enables instructional leaders and staff to focus on driving strong student achievement outcomes.This is a pooled opportunity.
We will be hiring on an ongoing basis and/or when a role becomes available. By applying to this position, you are expressing interest in being considered for current and future openings for this role at various campuses within Houston. As positions become available over the next few months, our team will review applications and reach out to candidates whose skills and experience align with the needs of our campuses.We encourage you to apply if you are interested in joining our team, even if you do not see an immediate opening at your preferred campus.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervises School Operations AssociatePurchases items & services for the school; knows the procurement process, is trained in KIPPeMartCodes invoices, collects money (e.g.
EOY trips, club fees), prepares depositsImplements the arrival and dismissal procedure (car flow, bus line up, walkers)Manages the day to day busing operations for their school; rosters, parent requests/ issues, student line-up process, parent and student ID tags, student behavior; works closely w/ their Bus Coordinator Lead for needs and changesManages Child Nutrition day to day logistics (meal card replacement, supper rosters); works closely with the Child Nutrition Field SupervisorManages school event coordination (i.e. meet the teacher night, parent engagement sessions, enrollment and recruitment activities – working with Regional Student Recruitment)Manages copier and teacher workroom supplies, troubleshoots copiers, trained on the copiersManages any student technology program the school runs (i.e. Chromebooks)Updates any school based calendar for the School LeaderSupports field lesson logistics (booking buses, ordering sack lunches, hotel rooms, travel, etc.)Manages any school based social media communications/ postingsGives parent tours for potential student prospectsSchedules shared spacePerforms other duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal of OperationsQualificationsSkills and QualificationsBilingual: English & Spanish requiredBachelor's degree preferred3 to 5 years of work experience, preferably in education and/or business or operations managementDemonstrated leadership skills (e.g.
at least 1 year managing a team or large projects)Strong project and time management skills; ability to effectively backwards plan, juggle multiple priorities with great attention to detail, and deliver consistent and timely resultsStrong strategic and analytical skills with an aptitude for shifting from fire-fighting to systems-buildingSense of humility, customer service mindset, and shows urgency and the ability to proactively solve problems and make decisions quicklyTeam player with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management and relationship building skillsAbility to lead, influence, and hold others accountable to upholding high standards of operational excellenceAbility to be calm under pressure, especially in difficult conversations with parents and staffExcellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skillsExcellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel; Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google SheetsDesire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professionalUnwavering commitment to the KIPP Texas mission, core values and willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of KIPP Texas students, families, and staffAdditional InformationCompensation and BenefitsSalary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise.As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, and disability plans.Some positions might be temporary and only available for the school year.KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.