School Operations Manager Jobs

Company Description
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
By 2025, KIPP DC will build upon two decades of proven results to develop into a more impactful, innovative, and inclusive school system that provides joyful, identity-affirming learning experiences so that all students and alumni achieve extraordinary outcomes.
Our work is grounded in a commitment to excellence, equity, and justice. We believe all students have the right to rigorous, relevant, and joyful learning experiences led by exceptionally talented and diverse educators who promote student achievement and a sense of belonging. We believe students and teachers best succeed when surrounded by an ecosystem of supports, including our central headquarters team that supports KIPP DC’s 20 schools, 7,300 students, and 1,300 teachers, leaders, and staff members dedicated to this mission.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The School Operations Manager will be based at one of the KIPP DC Campuses, which houses an Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle School. This position will be responsible for supporting one of the schools across a range of business functions. The School Operations Manager is responsible for implementing financial and business functions that streamline performance between the school site and headquarters, while at the same time helping create and sustain policies and systems that support the schools’ mission and culture of achievement. The School Operations Manager is an exempt position that will report to the Campus Director of Operations on campus while also being accountable to the principals at the school site.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as a full-time and engaged member of KIPP DC’s staff, including supporting school-wide events, assisting with student recruitment and enrichment activities, and working with other staff members to ensure fulfillment of KIPP DC’s mission.

• National School Lunch Program (15%). Support Headquarters- and school-based compliance requirements by maintaining accurate lunch forms for each school, auditing and compiling accurate monthly lunch counts, and collecting lunch payments from students.
• Procurement and Inventory (20%). Manage procurement and purchasing at the school site, including supplies, furniture and equipment, and information technology investments. Maintain inventory and manage fixed assets tracking. Work with teachers and administrative staff to implement procurement processes that synchronize with Headquarters financial systems.
• Facilities (20%). Serve as the main point of contact at the school for all facilities-related issues, including coordinating efforts among all facilities personnel, security personnel, and external vendors.
• Finance (40%). Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and all other financial operations, including credit cards, petty cash, and reimbursements. Oversee financial aspects of school operations by tracking spending and identifying trends, preparing financial reports monthly, approving invoices to ensure compliance with accounting standards, and analyzing budget and spending data to advise principals on best ways to allocate funds.

Health Responsibilities (5%). Oversee and support school-based COVID contact tracing and testing efforts in partnership with the regional COVID team and school teams.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to proactively and effectively prioritize multiple high-impact initiatives and tasks
• Project planning experience preferred, with demonstrated ability to see large projects through to completion
• Previous experience in a customer service-oriented role
• Proficiency in Google suites or Microsoft suites
• Experience within a school setting preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Unquestioned commitment to KIPP DC's mission and values
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of management experience
• Previous experience budgeting or purchasing on behalf of a non-profit organization preferred
• Associate’s or higher preferred, not required.
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven culture
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and generate creative solutions
• 3 years of relevant finance and operations experience
• Familiarity with finance and accounting principles, preferred

Additional Information
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Currently, individuals in this role have up to 15 paid time off days, up to 10 paid sick days, and 12 paid holidays. This is subject to change and your exact schedule will be shared in your offer letter.
• The anticipated starting salary for this position is $65,105-$77,504. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity, equity, and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.
• KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and a membership to One Medical.
• KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.
• As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families, we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support which requires this position to be fully on-site. This role is currently required to be on-site or in schools during regular work hours.

TO APPLY:
All interested applicants should visit online at http://www.kippdc.org/careers/apply-now/. If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment Team via e-mail at [email protected].
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against, or tolerate discrimination against, employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race; color; national origin; immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal, DC, state, or local law); religion; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions); age; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sexual orientation; gender (including gender identity or expression); marital status (including domestic partnership status); genetic information; political affiliation; pregnancy; family responsibilities; personal appearance; veteran status; uniform service member status; status of being unemployed; status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking; matriculation; or any other protected class under federal, state, DC, or local law.
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