Chief of Staff, Operations (Anticipated)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution.
• Six years of professional full-time experience in operations program management change management high-level executive support or other related work experience.
• Demonstrated experience with strategic thinking and problem solving with a track record of successful service delivery.
• Experience effectively leading the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education experience and/or certifications may be considered.
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Excel Outlook and Teams.
• Valid driver license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree from an accredited institution.
• 10 years of progressively responsible and effective experience in operations program management change management including employee leadership.
• Experience with facility maintenance construction and project management.
• Project Manager Professional Certification
• Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of federal state and local laws regulations and best practices related to the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning resource allocation human resources modeling leadership technique and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of operational effectiveness.
• Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects.
• Ability to diffuse and respond professionally to stressful situations and difficult people.
• Ability to effectively manage the work of others by providing guidance and motivation while establishing goals and expectations of accountability.
• Ability to collaborate and develop strategic relations within a diverse work environment and willing to contribute to a team effort.
• Ability to think critically have a high standard of integrity and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure.
• Ability to take initiative to plan organize coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to use effective decision making and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.
• Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgement in the establishment interpretation application and enforcement of all rules regulations and policies.

Adopted: 02/10/2026

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the operational advisor and designee to the Division Chief acting as a central point of coordination for division initiatives and problem resolution.
• Oversee and coordinate employee-related matters for the division including hiring actions staffing changes disciplinary actions recruitment and onboarding processes in collaboration with Human Resources.
• Proactively resolve complex or sensitive administrative and operational issues escalated by division staff or delegated by the Division Chief ensuring timely and effective outcomes.
• Lead and manage high-priority and special projects on behalf of division leadership including planning execution communication and evaluation of results.
• Develop implement and continuously improve standardized administrative and business operations processes including financial management budgeting purchasing contracts and reporting to enhance efficiency compliance and service quality.
• Provide oversight of cross-functional workstreams to ensure alignment and follow-through on division priorities and action plans.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments ensuring information flow transparency and coordinated execution of division goals.
• Act as a liaison between the Division Chief and stakeholders including district leadership staff partners and external agencies.
• Monitor operational performance identify trends or systemic challenges and recommend process or policy improvements to the Division Chief.
• Establish and maintain accountability-based reporting mechanisms dashboards and briefing materials for division leadership and stakeholders.
• Represent the Division Chief as assigned in meetings requiring operational leadership or cross-department alignment.
• Ensure compliance with district policies applicable laws and regulations in division administrative operations.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Adopted: 02/10/2026

Additional Job Information

U18 $91759.20 255 days. Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.

This position is funded for the 202627 school year with an anticipated start date on or after July 1 2026.

Required Experience:

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