Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Classification: Exempt

Position Type: Full Time

Reports to: Superintendent

Date: 02/26/2015

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

Leadership Prep School is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) The ideal candidate will be a creative visionary who is passionately focused on effecting change and has the ability to merge data and fact with intuition, imagination, and innovation in an effort to realize the possibilities rather than be content with the probabilities.?A dedicated professional who creates a supportive environment by modeling and expecting accountability and responsibility; who exemplifies ethics; who is an effective communicator with exceptional public relations and interpersonal skills, who is open-minded and perceptive to the needs and expectations of the students, campus and district staff, parents, and other stakeholders, and who, through the art of collaboration and creative problem solving, cultivates cohesiveness.?An individual who motivates and empowers others to become leaders and risk takers, and who acknowledges the expertise, celebrates the successes, and honors the lives of others; and a life-long learner who perpetuates self-motivated learning, and resourcefully and effectively seeks dynamic change with continuous monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting. 

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serving as a key member of the leadership team, the COO will play a pivotal role in shaping the vision for organizational growth, operational excellence, and fiscal sustainability through driving strategic implementation to achieve Leadership Prep Schools goals. 

In addition, the candidate should have knowledge of overall school operations including facilities, construction, technology, and safety/security. 

Major Responsibilities and Duties 

The COO will lead all departments within the operations portfolio and will support and manage the leaders of each department, providing guidance, leadership, and coaching. Additionally, the COO is responsible for ensuring topline organizational revenue through its oversight of average daily attendance (ADA) and enrollment. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and vendors, the COO will clarify and enact Leadership Prep School’s operations model, including oversight of average daily attendance (ADA), student enrollment, and school operations compliance. The COO will champion Leadership Prep School’s culture and foster high performance and continuous improvement, rooted in a commitment to learn grow and lead for a lifetime. 

Long Range Planning 

Supervise, support, and direct Leadership Prep School’s long-range planning efforts, including facility needs, any future land purchases, and infrastructure.?Plan for LEA growth and all corresponding operational needs with district staff.?Develop a 10-year master facility plan and update annually. 

Operations Management 

Manage multiple K-12 operational systems to ensure functionality, performance, quality, and to maximize efficiencies.?Apply sound technical expertise and guidance with respect to aligning departmental systems and processes in support of the district’s Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan to include ongoing assessment and data analysis.?Direct the operations of various district activities through subordinate directors and managers.?Enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction through communication and collaboration. 

Facilities Maintenance 

Ensure LEA’s facilities are functional, safe, clean, and well-maintained.?Maintain an efficient work order system.?Develop and maintain written procedures for maintenance and operations.?Inspect facilities and recommend improvements.?Oversee coordination of maintenance for extracurricular activities and special programs.?Enforce the districts facility use policy.?Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for submission to the purchasing department for bids.?Establish and enforce procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.?Ensure quality control of all contractor work. Prepare an energy management program and enforce its use. 

Budget and Inventory 

Compile budget and cost estimates and ensure wise management of funds.?Initiate purchases and bids to budgetary limitations and LEA policies.?Maintain inventory controls and recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and machinery. 

Policy, Reports, and Law 

Ensure compliance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.?Compile reports of complex data to make presentations to the board and other stakeholders. 

Safety 

Participate in the development of the LEA’s safety and disaster plans and be prepared to take an active role in responding to emergencies as needed.?Maintain and enforce compliance with safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations, including, but not limited to asbestos and pest control regulations, disposal of trash and/or hazardous waste, and occupational health and safety codes and standards. 

Personnel Management 

Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of department personnel.?As appropriate, supervise and inspect the work performed by outside contractors.?Assist Human Resource Services in the review and revision of departmental job descriptions as needed. 

Other 

Compile reports and make public presentations.?Participate in professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques within all reporting departments.?Maintain good rapport with LEA administrators, staff, parents and the community.?Maintain confidentiality. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Exercise supervisory responsibility for Facilities, Safety & Security, and Technology department staff. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience working in education, non-profit or in operations.
• 10 years of people management experience, including 5 years of systems-level or executive leadership experience.
• Demonstrated record of delivering operational excellence.
• Experience managing organizational growth while maintaining a strong focus on excellence and team culture.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging data to drive strategic planning and execution.
• Budget management experience overseeing and managing a complex budget to achieve short and long-term success.
• Compelling oral and written communication to a wide variety of internal and external audiences.
• Unwavering belief that we can all learn.
• Commitment to education.
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
• Considerable time spent at a desk using a computer/laptop.
• Attending conferences or training sessions.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work - in office/at schools.
• Typical office environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel to various campuses.

Leadership Prep School 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. 

Salary : $88,000 - $105,000