DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Job Title: Director of District Operations Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Chief of Operations Pay Grade: Admin Pay 8

Dept. /School: District Operations Days: 227

Supervises: Assist in the oversight of the District Operations Division

Primary Purpose: To assist the Chief of Operations and Executive Director of Operations in the oversight of the District Operations Division. Direct oversight responsibilities are in the areas of school nutrition, transportation, custodial services, and energy management.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree required

Special Knowledge Skills:

• Strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills and extensive experience in conflict resolution.
• Ability to interpret policy, procedures, building codes and laws as related to divisional responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of the principles of energy management and related systems.
• Understanding of ECISD demographics, school attendance zones, and related data and processes.
• Ability to disaggregate data as required in order to make recommendations in the operations of the district.

Experience:

• Three years’ experience in managing/supervising personnel
• Two years’ experience in school district operations

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure that each Operations department is supportive of the instructional goals of the district.
• Establish and recommend priorities for school nutrition, transportation, custodial services, and energy management.
• Ensure all departments and programs are cost effective and funds are managed prudently.
• Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program needs.
• Examine school district facilities on a regular basis to assess the need for improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Assist in the supervision of Operations staff with specific oversight responsibilities in the areas of school nutrition, transportation, custodial services, and energy management.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; small hand tools; ladder; mechanical and electrical testing equipment; small truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work around moving objects or vehicles; work alone; may work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress