Regional Operations Manager

At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. Be the one who makes a difference—with us. The Regional Operations Manager oversees facilities, food services, and IT service delivery across multiple K–12 school campuses. This mid-level leadership role ensures safe, compliant, and efficient operations that directly support teaching and learning. The position provides training, guidance, and consultative support to campus leaders and managers while driving consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement across operational domains. The Regional Operations Manager partners closely with principals, director of school operations, campus-based managers, and central office teams to maintain high operational standards, meet regulatory requirements, and execute short- and long-term improvement plans. Essential Functions Facilities Management Conduct regular campus audits to ensure compliance with safety, cleanliness, quality, and operational standards. Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on schedule for all major building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire, security, and grounds. Support campus facility managers with planning, scheduling, and execution of facility-related capital projects and operating repairs. Provide timely solutions for facility-related emergencies and urgent capital needs. Assist principals and campus leaders with CAPEX and operating budget development, monitoring, and forecasting. Partner with campus leadership on long-term facility planning, including major repairs, system replacements, and facility improvements. Food Service Operations Oversee food service operations across campuses to ensure high-quality meal service and compliance with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and all state and federal regulations. Ensure proper execution of breakfast and lunch programs, including recipe adherence, menu compliance, and production standards. Conduct regular kitchen audits focused on food safety, sanitation, inventory management, and production record accuracy. Review required food service documentation to ensure accurate state claiming and meal pattern compliance. Serve as a point of contact for food service concerns, collaborating with school administrators and families as needed. IT Service & Operations Oversight Provide regional oversight of campus IT service delivery to ensure reliable, consistent, and timely technology support. Partner with IT leadership and field technicians to ensure campus execution aligns with enterprise standards and service expectations. Monitor service performance metrics (e.g., response times, resolution times, recurring issues) and escalate risks as needed. Support incident and problem management efforts by identifying trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities impacting campuses. Ensure campuses follow established IT processes, documentation, and continuity plans. Staffing, Training & Development Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and development of campus-based facilities, food service, and IT-related managers. Provide onboarding and ongoing training in safety, maintenance, cleanliness, regulatory compliance, food service standards, customer service, and operational best practices. Coach campus managers to build effective teams and promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Support principals in staffing decisions for custodial, grounds, kitchen, and related operational roles. Compliance, Auditing & Safety Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA, workplace safety, food service, and operational regulations. Conduct regular audits and inspections across facilities, food service, and IT operations. Maintain accurate documentation and follow-up on corrective actions. Facilitate regular manager meetings to share updates, training, and best practices. Process Improvement & Strategic Support Collaborate with campus and Central leadership to identify operational inefficiencies and implement practical, cost-effective solutions. Promote standardized processes and consistent service delivery across campuses. Support data-informed decision-making related to staffing, budgeting, maintenance, food service, and technology operations. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Facilities Management, Operations, Business, Information Technology, or similar), or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience 5+ years of experience in facilities management, food service operations, IT service delivery, or a combination of these areas, preferably in a multi-site or K–12 environment. Demonstrated experience supervising, training, and supporting operational teams. Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety). Experience with food service compliance and NSLP requirements strongly preferred. Experience supporting or coordinating IT service delivery in a distributed environment preferred. Certifications (Preferred or Required) ServSafe Manager Certification (required or obtainable upon hire). ITIL or other service management training preferred. Lean Six Sigma, Project Management Professional, Certified Facility Manager or other operational certification preferred Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. Ability to influence without direct authority and partner effectively with campus leadership. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities. Data-informed problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; familiarity with IT service management tools a plus. Physical & Travel Requirements Regular travel between campuses; some regional or out-of-state travel will be required. Ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and lift up to approximately 40–50 pounds as needed. Ability to sit for extended periods and use a computer and other standard office equipment. Successful completion of a criminal history background check. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card, as required. Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us! Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 258,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives. Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for over 226 schools that we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services. Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education. Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up. Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed. Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education. Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances. Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance. Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions. Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes. Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer. Be the one who makes a difference! With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let’s make a difference together. Apply Today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Vertex Education