Operations Manager

Operations Manager – School

Location: Kalyan / Dombivli, Maharashtra
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience: 5–8 years in School Administration / Operations / Education Sector

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and responsible Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day administrative and operational activities of the school. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring smooth functioning of school operations, effective coordination among departments, staff management, compliance, infrastructure, transport, vendor coordination, and parent/student services.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations and administration of the school.
• Coordinate with the Principal, Heads, Coordinators, teaching staff, administrative staff, students, and parents.
• Ensure smooth functioning of all administrative and support departments.
• Monitor attendance, punctuality, staff discipline, and daily operational activities.
• Supervise and coordinate with administrative, housekeeping, security, transport, maintenance, and support staff.
• Manage school transport operations, including bus routes, drivers, attendants, safety, and related records.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, service providers, and maintenance agencies.
• Monitor school infrastructure, facilities, cleanliness, safety, and maintenance requirements.
• Ensure timely completion of school records, reports, documentation, and administrative requirements.
• Support management in implementing school policies, procedures, and operational systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable school regulations, statutory requirements, and government portals/documentation.
• Coordinate with relevant departments for student records, admissions, fee-related administrative matters, ID cards, certificates, and other school documentation.
• Assist in planning and execution of school events, functions, examinations, meetings, activities, and special programmes.
• Handle parent/student concerns professionally and coordinate with the concerned department for resolution.
• Maintain proper records of assets, inventory, equipment, stationery, and other school resources.
• Monitor procurement requirements and coordinate with vendors for timely supplies and services.
• Identify operational issues and take timely corrective action.
• Prepare regular MIS reports, operational updates, trackers, and management reports.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between different departments.
• Support the school management in improving processes, efficiency, discipline, safety, and overall operational standards.
• Handle any other administrative and operational responsibilities assigned by the School Management.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Google Workspace, and school management software/apps.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with staff, parents, vendors, and management.
• Professional, disciplined, proactive, and responsible approach.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of school and student-related information.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's degree in any relevant discipline is required.
A qualification in Business Administration, Management, Education, or related fields will be an advantage.

Experience

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in school administration, school operations, education management, or a similar role.
• Candidates with experience in handling school operations and multiple administrative departments will be preferred.

Key Performance Areas

• Smooth and efficient daily school operations
• Staff coordination and discipline
• Parent/student service and issue resolution
• Transport and facility management
• Vendor and maintenance management
• Compliance and documentation
• Event and activity coordination
• Timely MIS and management reporting
• Process improvement and operational efficiency

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be mature, well-organized, confident, approachable, and capable of independently handling school operations while maintaining professional coordination with the School Management and all stakeholders.

Salary: As per experience and suitability
Job Type: Full-time

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements may contact:

Contact Person: Ms. Deepa
Phone: 8652050777

Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person