About this opportunity
JUNIPERO SERRA HIGH SCHOOL lists this Chief Operating Officer opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Junípero Serra High School is a Catholic college preparatory for boys. Located in San Mateo, in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula, Serra’s legacy spans more than 80years of excellence in Catholic education. A rich and rigorous academic curriculum, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and an environment of support, compassionand mutual respect are hallmarks of Serra. Serra’s faculty and staff are deeply committed to mentoring their students, providing a framework for young men to grow in faith, wisdom and service as active members and leaders in the community.
Position Overview
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves as a senior institutional leader responsible for ensuring that the school’s mission, strategic plan, and educational priorities are supported by strong operational systems, disciplined execution, and clear accountability. Reporting directly to the President, the COO partners with senior leadership to translate institutional vision into measurable action through structured policies, efficient processes, and performance-driven metrics. The COO ensures that institutional resources, operational systems, and personnel are aligned to support academic excellence, student formation, enrollment stability, and the Catholic mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Institutional Effectiveness
Lead the operational implementation of the school’s strategic plan
Establish systems that support continuous improvement and accreditation standards
Develop institutional performance metrics and evaluate progress toward strategic goals
Provide reporting to the President, Board of Regents, Archdiocese Department of Catholic Schools, and Superintendent
Identify operational risks and opportunities affecting institutional performance or student experience
Operational Leadership & Oversight
Provide executive oversight of facilities, campus operations, technology systems, safety, and auxiliary services
Ensure institutional operations support academic programs and student life
Strengthen cross‑departmental coordination and communication
Partner with Finance to ensure operational planning aligns with financial sustainability
Develop and maintain institutional policies and procedures promoting consistency and accountability
Ensure operational systems align with accreditation and governance expectations
Support documentation and readiness for accreditation reviews
Data, Performance & Accountability
Design and implement key performance indicators aligned with strategic goals
Establish dashboards and reporting systems to support data-informed decision making
Conduct performance reviews with department leaders
Support data-driven planning for enrollment sustainability and resource allocation
Leadership & Mission Alignment
Serve as a collaborative partner to academic leadership, enrollment management, advancement, and student services
Promote a culture of professionalism, service, and accountability rooted in Catholic values
Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, leadership, and governing bodies
Model leadership is aligned with the school’s mission of forming students of character and competence
Qualifications
Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education
Senior leadership experience in operations, administration, or institutional management
Experience implementing operational systems and performance metrics
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills
Bachelor’s degree in Education, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum of 5–10 years of leadership, management, or administrative experience, preferably in an educational environment
Strong leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Experience in operations management, budgeting, and financial oversight
Ability to supervise staff and manage multiple departments effectively
Knowledge of school policies, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance
Strong problem-solving and strategic planning skills
Proficiency in office and administrative software
Ability to collaborate with school leadership, faculty, staff, and the broader school community
High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to student success
List of references andfour letters of recommendation
All employees of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin and pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history.
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Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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