Chief Operating Officer (COO)
About the Company
College preparatory public school
Industry
Education Management
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
2000
Employees
201-500
Categories
Specialties
- Education reform
- College-prep education
- joy factor
- and character education
About the Role
The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join their regional leadership team. The COO will be responsible for advancing the organization's strategic goals and initiatives, leading a team to provide world-class operational support for the schools in the network. This includes ensuring operational excellence, full enrollment, and compliance, and leading high-performing teams to enable instructional leaders to focus on academic results. The role involves team and organizational leadership, regional and school operations, student recruitment and enrollment, risk management, and budgeting. The COO will also be expected to foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and a commitment to the values of the organization, including anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates for the COO position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' operational management experience, with a strong background in K-12 education and a deep understanding of the charter school movement. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master's degree preferred. The ideal candidate will have significant team management experience, a proven track record of driving results, and a commitment to the mission of the organization. They should be adept at managing change, building strong relationships, and ensuring that operational systems support the growth and success of the region. The role demands a leader who is flexible, can prioritize effectively, and is dedicated to the continuous improvement of both operational and instructional functions.
Hiring Manager Title
Executive Director
Team Size
20
Direct Reports
7
Travel Percent
75%
Functions
- Operations
- General Management
- Strategy