Senior Director of Operations (Managerial E) [Eliot K-8] (SY26-27)

Senior Director of Operations (Managerial E) [Eliot K-8] (SY26-27) Boston Public Schools Eliot K-8 - Boston, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5795391 Application Deadline: Sep 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jun 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026 Job Description The Eliot School Senior Director of Operations (SDO) will be responsible for all non-instructional and financial functions for the Eliot School and the Friends of the Eliot, a related 501(c)3 organization. Alongside the Eliot’s Executive Director, the SDO will be a senior leader at the school, responsible for the Eliot’s day-to-day operations and organizational viability. Key Responsibilities Include: Strategic Planning In collaboration with Executive Director, develop, communicate, and track progress for annual and multi-year goals and initiatives Governance Serve as the primary contact and liaison to the Eliot School Innovation Board and the Friends of the Eliot Support all governance functions including, but not limited to, adherence to by-laws, production of all necessary documentation and reporting, developing an annual calendar, developing Board meeting agendas, scheduling, attending, and supporting Board meetings Finance In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and adhere to a multi-year financial model aligned with academic programs and initiatives and student enrollment Serve as liaison to Friends of the Eliot, overseeing and implementing fiscal policies and procedures, annual audit, budgeting, accounting, and deposits and invoices Facilities Ensure all school campuses are functional, clean, and visually representative of the culture of the Eliot School Coordinate planning and execution of capital improvement projects, including project-specific budget development and management, and ensure compliance with state-mandated procurement procedures and BPS systems School Systems and Events Oversee, monitor, and continuously improve all daily school systems, special events, and scheduling (e.g., arrival, master class schedule, coverages, transitions, dismissal, academic data, field trips, family events, etc.) Coaching and Development of School-Based Operations Staff Meet regularly with, coach, and coordinate professional development of the Operations Director and secretaries Develop systems and standard operating procedures for school-based operations staff in areas including, but not limited to, finance, facilities, school systems and events, human resources, information technology, and compliance and reporting Human Resources Manage human resource processes (e.g., recruitment, hiring, and documentation of arrival and absences) and coordinate all HR requirements with BPS Office of Human Capital. Transportation Oversee transportation and ensure compliance with BPS, state, and federal transportation guidelines, including the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act Information Technology Oversee IT and telecommunications procurement and service provision and ensure high quality IT customer service delivery to staff Compliance and Reporting Manage Innovation School renewals and DESE and BPS school visits Oversee the school nutrition program, ensuring compliance with state and federal food service program regulations, and supporting school-based operations and their teams to ensure high-quality food service delivery Maintain and update the Student & Family Handbook and Staff Handbook Qualifications: 5-10 years of work experience, preferably in education or non-profit management Management/team leader experience Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred Detail-oriented, analytical, and poised Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, project management, and time-management skills Proficiency in MS Office skills, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; capacity to learn relevant software and database applications Terms and Conditions: Please refer to (under "Employee Benefits and Policies") for more information on salary and compensation. Salaries are listed by Unions and Grade/Step. NOTE: School-based managerial employees will work 223 days between July 1st and June 30th each year. The 223 day work-year will include the 180 days in which school is in session, and the additional days will be determined by the employee and the principal or headmaster of the school. This position subject to the City of Boston residency requirement. School-based managerial employees are not eligible for vacation time or compensatory time. In the event of school cancellation due to snow or inclement weather, school-based managerial employees need not report to work. Position Type: Innovation Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Please do NOT contact this employer regarding job postings that have closed. The Eliot Innovation School and Boston Public Schools in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work. The Eliot is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education