TITLE: Director of Operations
DEPARTMENT: Office of Operations
REPORTS TO: School Business Official
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Superintendent and SBO
BASIC FUNCTION (BF1): Provide leadership vision and guidance for the district Office of Operations. Directs the work and evaluates the effectiveness of staff processes systems and outcomes for all areas of operations building/grounds custodial maintenance and transportation. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the Office of Operations.
SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Fairfield Community Schools Positions SJF1-10):
Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire skills:
Embraces and exhibits characteristics outlined in the Fairfield CSD Portrait of a Trojan.
Exhibits dedication to the districts mission and vision actively promoting its values.
Demonstrates an ability to be adaptable and respond productively to setbacks.
Exhibits discipline and flexibility with an ability to embrace diverse perspectives.
Prioritizes active listening as a foundation for understanding others perspectives values and attitudes.
Exhibits ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Demonstrates disciplined thinking that is clear rational open-minded and informed by evidence.
Exhibits critical-thinking skills and problem-solving ability.
Exhibits commitment to collaborating with others.
Demonstrates awareness sensitivity concern and respect to connect with others feelings opinions experiences and culture.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS (HS1-18):
Demonstrated experience or willingness to acquire skills:
Provide leadership and supervision for campus custodians operations staff and transportation staff
Supervise implementation of district procedures for programs pertaining to plant and building maintenance operations transportation construction safety/security and purchasing
Maintain and prepare records and reports as requested by the superintendent and the board
Lead and collaborate in the development and implementation of the 5-year strategic facilities improvement plan
Lead in the area of school transportation including staffing operations logistics infrastructure and systems for effective outcomes
Evaluate departmental policies and practices and ensure that programs are implemented in accordance with board policies and procedures
Provide leadership to staff in preparing and implementing programs and services in conjunction with the districts strategic plan
Manage information and conflict by being available to meet with staff parents students and community members on school district issues
Initiate recommendations for services improvements and purchases for the district
Conduct staff evaluations coaching and performance management
Provide cost-benefit analysis for areas of responsibility
Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with the School Business Official and Leadership Team
Provide regular reports and make presentations to the board of directors oversight groups school community and the general public regarding areas under the responsibility of the Office of Operations
Develop procedures and ensure their proper execution for budgeting scheduling estimating value analysis design/construction reviews payment management and project closeout
Work with instructional personnel in developing and maintaining general educational specifications for school construction
Serve as a member of the Leadership Team
Represent Fairfield Community Schools effectively in the community state and nation
Lead in other duties as may be assigned.
ABILITIES (A1):
This position will require physical demands including constant standing walking reaching pushing/pulling lifting under 100 pounds and carrying items at least 35 feet. There will be frequent climbing of stairs and manual dexterity tasks. There will be occasional sitting and vehicle driving. The working conditions will be constantly inside/outside with extremes of temperature and humidity.
KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION (KE1-7 and KED1):
Required:
Bachelors Degree or experience in a related field as deemed appropriate by the board
Experience in the area of construction and facilities management
Understanding of complex organizational systems
Knowledge of school transportation systems
Hold or obtain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Hold or obtain a State of Iowa School Bus Operators Permit
Valid drivers license.
Desired:
Extensive experience in school operations
POSITION INVENTORY: N/A
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FT/PT: FT
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job skills and functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
FCSD Notice of Non-Discrimination:It is the policy of the Fairfield Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion creed age (for employment) marital status (for programs) sexual orientation gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. FCSD offers career and technical programs in the following service areas: Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Applied Science Technology Engineering and ManufacturingBusiness Finance Marketing and Management and Human Services. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the districts Equity Coordinator Stephanie Mishler Curriculum Director 403 S 20th Street Fairfield IA.472.2655 .
Director of Operations
