Director, Strategy
4 weeks ago
Position Overview
The Director, Strategy & Logistics (DSL) is charged with ensuring that all aspects of Strategy & Logistics are high-functioning so that school leaders and teachers can focus exclusively on student achievement and classroom instruction. The Director will serve in schools with a student enrollment greater than 500 and will lead in the following areas of operations: managing operations team (front office and custodians), enrollment, budget and procurement oversight, facilities, security, food & nutrition, logistics and scheduling, custodial/office/technology inventory & supply management, human resources, POC to Central Office operational teams (food, warehouse, business ops, etc.), school emergency preparedness and response, and data systems management. The Director will manage a staff of seven or more and will be responsible for four or more of the following operation add-ons: technology, external partnerships, health, school-based operational systems, attendance compliance team management, school policies/procedures, payroll, substitute management, field trips, and modernizations. The DSL will participate in the outstanding professional development and cohort-based support, including regular coaching and opportunities to shadow excellent operations teams in other schools. This position is a safety-sensitive position. As a result, throughout employment, this position will be subject to the Employee Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.
The Director, Strategy & Logistics will report to the Principal.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position.
This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.
Supervising Operations Staff Directly supervises and conducts IMPACT evaluations for front office (Assistants and Coordinators of Strategy & Logistics, registrars, clerks, business managers) and custodial staff. Finance and Purchasing Shows an awareness and understanding of the budgeting and procurement process for the local school as established by DCPS Central Office. Monitors accounting procedures. Oversees school-based purchasing and looks for cost-savings. Facilities and Logistics Serves as the point of contact for the School Operations Specialist from DCPS Central Office. Monitors the building for cleanliness, physical condition, and safety matters. Monitors and ensures that work orders have been submitted through the Salesforce work order system. Ensures books, materials, furniture, and equipment are properly stored and accessible when needed, in collaboration with relevant school staff. Manages the Building Use Agreements and ensures established protocols are met. Manages logistics of student field trips, ensuring transportation services and food are provided. Student Information Systems Ensures there are clear procedures for the managing of student information, generating of reports, and monitoring of distribution of progress reports and report cards. Ensures the school maintains accurate student records, including attendance and enrollment. Monitors student transcript requests, teacher recommendations, and other records requests. Manages the attendance compliance team. Ensures that student attendance compliance documents (such as SST and Court Referral documents) are accurate and up to date. Human Resources Management Monitors timekeeping and payroll process for all school staff, including the request and use of substitute teachers. Collaborates with administrative team to ensure proper coverage of school staff and hiring of new staff; and ensures that the main office is fully functional and staffed. Ensures everyone has a clear understanding of DCPS-wide and school-specific policies and procedures. Liaises with DCPS Central Office to establish clear communication and operations. Student Recruitment & Enrollment Organizes student recruitment plan and mailings for all grade levels (including open houses and neighborhood canvasing with fliers and brochures). Supports the student enrollment and audit processes. Ensures that the student enrollment binders and materials are in compliance, through mock audits. Health and Safety Collaborates with school security to ensure student safety through school security guard post-orders and position rotations. Ensures that documentation for all drills and safety tests are maintained (specifically on the Emergency and Safety Alliance website). Collaborates with administrative staff to establish emergency response teams, review protocols, and ensure the plan is updated as needed. Collaborates with custodial staff to ensure all emergency equipment (e.g., fire extinguisher, smoke detectors, etc.) is in place and operational. Ensures that the annual school response plan is regularly updated and reviewed, and the school’s Emergency Response Team is aware of their responsibilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. Three or more years of managerial experience. Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus. Entrepreneurial , extremely organized, creative and solutions-oriented, systematic, and committed to building a high-performing, high-functioning school. DCPS Values
STUDENTS FIRST : We recognize students as whole children and put their needs first in everything we do. COURAGE : We have the audacity to learn from our successes and failures, to try new things, and to lead the nation as a proof point of PK-12 success. EQUITY : We work proactively to eliminate opportunity gaps by interrupting institutional bias and investing in effective strategies to ensure every student succeeds. EXCELLENCE : We work with integrity and hold ourselves accountable for exemplary outcomes, service, and interactions. TEAMWORK : We recognize that our greatest asset is our collective vision and ability to work collaboratively and authentically. JOY : We enjoy our collective work and will enthusiastically celebrate our success and each other.
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