Seeking Director of Operations - (Brooklyn, NYC) New York City

An Invitation to Apply for the Position of:
Director of Operations
Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School
Brooklyn, New York

About Coney Island Prep
Coney Island Prep is a college preparatory public charter school in Brooklyn, New York. Merging growth, performance and commitment, the Coney Island Prep community takes its responsibility to prepare students for the college and career of their choice very seriously. Professionals balance their sense of ownership and responsibility with humility and levity and are supported every step of the way.

Coney Island Prep currently serves 660 scholars across its three schools, including 120 scholars in kindergarten and first grade at the elementary school; 360 scholars in fifth -- eighth grades at the middle school; and 180 scholars in ninth and tenth grade at the high school.


Qualifications and Experience
Passionate and completely dedicated to Coney Island Prep's mission and a steadfast belief that all students deserve preparation for the college of their choice
Unwavering belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels
Results-driven, with commitment to operational excellence and ownership of outcomes
At least two years of operations management experience, preferably in a school setting
Detail and solutions oriented
Professional demeanor, strong work-ethic, detail-driven work style with excellent organizational skills
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, delegate and lead by example
Ambition and desire to grow as a leader
An entrepreneurial spirit, who embraces the opportunity for creativity and hard work inherent in a start-up
Bachelor's degree
Willingness to be a team player

Responsibilities
1) Leadership

Works with the Chief Operating Officer and Principal to:

i. Track and evaluate school performance, creating dashboards, and year-end report cards
ii. Develop, refine, and/or codify school policies and procedures
iii. Ensure smooth operations, identify needs, and facilitate the flow of information

2) Team Management

i. Manages the school-based operations team and ensures each individual and the team as a whole are operating at the highest possible level.
ii. Instills a team mentality and maintains a focus on making the instructional environment and practices better and easier for scholars, families and staff.


3) School-Based Operations

Employs all available resources to ensure the following school responsibilities are handled efficiently and with a fine attention to detail:
i. Student Recruitment: Manages student recruitment, admissions applications, registration, and waitlist and engages new families in school activities.
ii. External Relations: Acts as point person in hosting visitors for school tours and for community presentations. Ensures family communication is clear and consistent with a high-level of professionalism.
iii. Facilities: Manages and oversees the school's facility maintenance, design and strategic development.
iv. Finance and Purchasing: Oversees the school's budget and finances; oversees school-based purchasing and ensures adherence to school's fiscal policy and procedures.
v. Logistics (school, trips, and events): Plans and coordinates logistics for school-based events, and other logistically complex activities and events, including school-wide family events, showcases and ceremonies.
vi. Technology: Oversees the strategic procurement and maintenance of staff and scholar technology equipment in partnership with the Cheif Operating Officer.
vii. Student Information and Reporting: Oversees the integrity of the school's student information system, data analysis and reporting.
viii. Compliance: Works with the Chief Operating Officer and/or HR Manager to ensure school-wide compliance with health and safety laws, teacher certification and fingerprinting, city and state education mandates, and all federal and state workplace regulations.

Benefits and Compensation
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
As a regular full time employee of Coney Island Prep School, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental and vision, as well as a generous retirement benefit package.
Staff members are provided with laptops and access to all the necessary technology and resources needed to succeed in their work.

Start Date
May-June 2015

Contact Information
Interested applicants should go to https://coneyisland.schoolrecruiter.net/Index.aspx to apply for available jobs. Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability.

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