2025-2026 Director of Growth
2025-2026 Director of Growth
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$ 125000 - 195000
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Director of Growth (Orange County)
Join a dedicated team that fosters autonomy and creativity while receiving a competitive salary opportunities for career and personal growth and the gratification that comes from creating positive multi-generational change.
Ednovate Background
Ednovate launched its first school in 2012. Since then weve grown to eight schools and are on a trajectory to reach 11 schools in just the next few years (you can read more about our schools here). Ednovate is committed to serving areas where students traditionally lack access to a quality college-prep education by building tuition-free safe high-performing public schools driven to create positive multi-generational change.
We are made up of world travelers nacho connoisseurs KPOP business owners and Beyonce fans. We love LA and OC and were our students biggest cheerleaders. We are looking to hire innovative changemakers who aim to continue our goal of becoming the high school experts across Southern California. Sound like you Keep reading.
Position Overview
Ednovate is seeking a Director of Growth to lead strategic initiatives supporting the launch of four new campuses in Orange County. This role will support the networks expansion by managing relationships and events in Orange County; sourcing evaluating and securing new facilities; and ensuring alignment across key growth workstreams.
The Director of Growth will report to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and play a key role in supporting Ednovate in securing up to eight facilities over the next ten years with an immediate priority of securing two facilities within the next six months.
What Youll Do
The Director of Growth will coordinate with workstream owners to track progress toward milestone completion and surface roadblocks dependencies or pivot points. This position requires someone local to Orange County who is willing to drive to various site locations as needed. This person is expected to periodically attend in-person meetings in Orange County.
Real Estate / Facilities. Support the Chief Operating Officer in identifying securing and preparing new school sites that meet all regulatory zoning and operational requirements. They will lead project management to keep facilities on trackprioritizing the successful acquisition of two sites within six monthswhile advancing the broader facilities strategy. This role oversees research on compliance requirements (including E occupancy CUP and traffic) manages and documents sourcing efforts engages key stakeholders such as donors and public officials to generate leads and implements a structured process for site visits.
Cross-Functional Coordination and Project Management. Support executive leadership in coordinating cross-functional efforts to ensure smooth execution of growth initiatives tied to annual milestones. They will regularly track and report on progress related to facility sourcing regional partnerships event coordination and other growth activitiesproactively identifying roadblocks key dependencies and opportunities to pivot as needed.
Orange County Relationship and Event Management. Align closely with the Director of External Impact and the Chief of Schools to ensure consistent messaging around Ednovates growth in Orange County. They will build and manage strong relationships with key stakeholdersincluding landlords permitting offices community partners advocacy groups legal and construction teams architects and local leadersto facilitate approvals support expansion efforts and ensure smooth execution across all real estate and facility-related processes.
Who Youll Be
Mission-driven professional passionate about increasing college attainment for historically under-represented students
Social justice champion committed to promoting educational opportunity for all students and families
Entrepreneurial spirit who thrives in a workplace characterized by autonomy flexibility transparency and accountability
Collaborative team player who works well with others from diverse backgrounds uplifts and celebrates our teammates and engages in healthy debate and feedback to get the best results for students and families
Resourceful persistent learner with a growth mindset constantly seeking to find a way or make one to master your craft and improve results.
Were Looking For
Bachelors degree required
Five years of proven experience in cross-functional project management preferably within the education sector required
Background in event coordination logistics and stakeholder management required
Ability to learn legal and regulatory requirements related to real estate and facility management required
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines required
Local to Orange County with reliable transportation to conduct in-person site visits and meetings strongly preferred
Experience working with public schools or educational organizations preferred
Strong understanding of Californias educational facility requirements and zoning regulations preferred
Were Committed To Giving You
A competitive and transparent salary ($125000 - 195000 depending on background and experience)
Medical dental and vision coverage - including a fully-paid medical and dental option for employees and their families - and flexible spending account options
Paid family leave short-term disability and life insurance benefits
Fitness and entertainment discounts
Generous paid time off and holidays
403b retirement savings plan with company match
A place to grow learn and be a part of the Ednovate family
We Believe in Inclusion
We aim to intentionally develop a schoolwide culture in which every student and teammate feels a sense of belonging. Ednovate does not discriminate on the basis of race color gender handicap age religion sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.
We know applying for a new job can be daunting and studies have shown that individuals from historically underrepresented communities may only apply to roles when they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. You may be just the person we need! If you have any questions about your application or interview process do not hesitate to email . We are here to help.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
