About this opportunity
EQA Schools lists this Director of Operations opportunity in new orleans, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of Finance and Operations
Job Description
Full Time
Educators for Quality Alternatives
EQA is a New Orleans nonprofit with the mission of providing struggling students with the skills, confidence, and experiences to succeed in the education and career paths of their choice. The organization runs three alternative high schools: The NET: Central City, The NET: Gentilly, and The NET: East. EQA also operates a therapeutic middle school program (The Bridge), a virtual program (The NET: Virtual) and a HiSET program (EQA HiSET @ YEP).
Our goal is to serve students who dropped out, been expelled, or who have otherwise struggled in a traditional school setting. EQA programs are built on the belief that alternative schools should not punish or “fix” young people; they should be vibrant, flexible, and restorative environments that support students in being their best selves.
Position Summary
The Director of Operations will work closely with the CEO, COO and School Leaders to ensure that students and staff have the operational resources they need to succeed - including functional facilities, access to the materials needed to complete their jobs, and effective contracted services. This position is a critical component of the organization’s leadership team and will develop and refine network-level policies and procedures.
School Operations
Develop, implement, and refine systems and procedures to support execution of all school operations each day, includingAsset management
Risk management
Health & Public safety
Management of contracted vendors, includingIT
Food service
Transportation
Security
Develop, implement, and refine systems for improving the operational health of schools
Detailed Responsibilities
Excursion Management
Coordinate with school level teams to successfully implement out of school excursions
Working with transportation and food service vendor
Effectively communicate with school staff and vendors
Food Service Management
Coordinate with school level teams to successfully implement student meals
Working with food service vendor
Asset Management
Track and manage all purchased assets
Ensure budget compliance and support school leaders in purchasing decisions
Risk Management
Manage contract security vendors (NOPD, private security)
Proactively identify and address safety and security issues
Actively monitor financial health of organization
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Support all high-stakes state testing
Coordinate student health services
Support student recruiting and enrollment
Other special projects as needed
Position Requirements
BA or BS required
5+ years experience in operations
Experience working in public school environment preferredExperience managing and coaching diverse staff
Demonstrated record of strong organizational and communication skills
Skilled at prioritizing, effective work planning, and execution of a variety of tasks
Flexible, open to change, quick-learning, self-directed, and able to manage in a highly dynamic and fast paced environment
Commitment to EQA’s mission, vision and values
Ability to complete basic IT support and troubleshooting
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Personal vehicle required (frequent travel between school sites)
Position Details
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: $65-$75K, competitive and based on relevant experience
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits and generous 403(b) retirement plan
Reports to: COO
EQA encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. EQA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. EQA does not sponsor employment visas. In compliance with state law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in a Louisiana public school via the appropriate background checks.
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Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
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