2026-27 Executive Director of Operations

Executive Director of Operations

Western Heights Public Schools

Position Type:12-month administrative contract (240 day contract)

Reports To:Superintendent

Supervises:Operations Departments:Child Nutrition Athletics Maintenance & Custodial and Transportation

Job Goal

Oversee the districts various Operations departments ensuring school sites teachers and students are served.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Executive Director of Operations provides leadership to ensure district operations run safely efficiently and in a service-focused manner that supports teaching and learning. This role coordinates operational planning and problem-solving across multiple departments ensures compliance manages budgets and personnel and supports continuous improvement for district-wide services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support District Strategic Plan to carry out initiatives; develop operational action steps timelines and measures of success that support district goals
• Train coach and support directors of assigned departments; build leadership capacity and ensure consistent implementation of procedures and service standards
• Ensure facility and maintenance operations support the instructional goals of the district
• Inspect district buildings/facilities and initiate cleaning and repairs as needed
• Conduct on-site inspection of repair projects; monitor and inspect contract work
• Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities; contribute to recommendations for sound policies and program improvement
• Prepare review and revise job descriptions of all supervised departments areas as needed
• Develop training opportunities and/or improvement plans to strengthen operations and service delivery
• Evaluate employee job performance and make recommendations regarding placements transfers retention and dismissal
• Direct and manage maintenance programs; ensure operations are cost effective and funds are managed prudently
• Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs
• Implement policies established by federal/state laws and guidelines State Board of Education rules and local board policies related toall departments and risk management
• Compile maintain and file required reports records and documentation
• Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for maintenance repair operation and security of district buildings/equipment
• Oversee work order processes for repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds
• Support planning/specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement as needed
• Plan and direct inventory and stock control for equipment and supplies
• Demonstrate support for district student management policies and expected student behavior related to operations areas
• Maintain professional growth; model ethical responsible and professional conduct
• Support school/community relations by articulating district mission and goals and building community support
• Oversee and support district bond-funded capital projects from planning through completion including coordination with architects/engineers/contractors project schedules and quality expectation
• Coordinate vendor services and monitor performance
• Support documentation and tracking for bond-funded capital expenditures (contracts purchase orders invoices and related records) consistent with district bond compliance and record-keeping practices
• Align operational priorities problem-solve cross-department needs and support district-wide initiatives with District level leadership
• Attend all Board of Education meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree (Masters degree preferred)
• Previous leadership experience overseeing multiple departments
• Ability to managebudgets andpersonnel
• Knowledge of basic principles ofschool transportationmaintenance/custodial operationsathletics andchild nutrition
• Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills

Physical Demands (ADA Statement)

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA and is not an exhaustive list. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Regular Requirements:stand for extended periods; twist at neck/trunk; bend/stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl; reach overhead/above shoulder/horizontally; lift/move up to 50 pounds; handle objects/tools; operate equipment; repetitive finger/hand use to operate equipment.
Occasional Requirements:ability to administer CPR.
Visual Requirements:close color peripheral depth perception; ability to adjust focus.
Hearing/Speaking Requirements:adequate to exchange information.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated by the Superintendent.

Required Experience:

Director