Regional Director of School Operations

Overview 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 to benefit many by making a memorable difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities. The Regional Director of School Operations leads high-quality operations across up to 11 Legacy campuses, drives efficiency, standardization, and continuous improvement, and mentors campus Directors of School Operations. Key Responsibilities Execution of Operational Strategy Partner with the Senior Director of School Operations to execute network-wide strategies and initiatives across up to 11 campuses. Recruit, hire and coach campus-based Directors of School Operations to lead daily operations. Monitor campus progress toward key performance metrics, proactively addressing challenges and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with campus and deputy superintendents to ensure operations support student achievement and success. Financial Management & Enrollment Growth Support the DSOs to manage campus budgets, act on insights for cost‑saving opportunities and operational efficiencies. Assist with and improve the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) planning process, ensuring alignment with long-term facility and network priorities. Improve procurement, inventory and vendor management processes to drive efficiency, cost savings, and service quality. Implement best practices with DSOs to improve the student enrollment experience and retention strategies to support network growth. Operational Excellence Implement a daily accountability system with visual boards to track metrics, identify root causes and escalations that drive action for performance improvement. Implement standard work through process documentation, training, and optimized scheduling (including all breaks) to enhance school operations. Apply Lean principles and rapid improvement events to streamline campus operations with DSOs. Assist with operational audits and quality checks, ensuring compliance with safety, facilities, and procedural standards across all schools. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Implement and enforce campus safety protocols, ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices in emergency preparedness. Support DSOs in deploying effective and compliant campus traffic flow, student safety, emergency drills and response planning. Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies to improve school operations and minimize potential liabilities. Work with campus operations teams to support PTO/PVO engagement activities aligned to school policies. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, education leadership, or a related field. Experience: 5+ years of leadership experience in site operations, facilities management, or school operations. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in business administration, education leadership, or a related field. Experience in a K‑12 charter school or educational operations. Proven experience implementing Lean principles, process standardization, and continuous improvement. Strong financial acumen with experience in budget management, CAPEX planning, and procurement. Exceptional communication, people leadership, and relationship management skills. Certifications (Preferred but not required): Continuous Improvement (Green Belt or above), Lean Six Sigma, Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), FEMA Incident Command System (ICS) Certification, OSHA 30‑Hour Certification. Background Checks & Physical & Travel Requirements Background checks: The incumbent must pass a criminal history background check and maintain a valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Physical & Travel: Travel between campuses (local, regional, and out-of-state) is required. Duties may include frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to 25lb and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to 40lb. Must be able to sit for extended periods and use a computer. Requires normal vision and hearing, and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Benefits Industry‑leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, and unlimited flexible paid time‑off for performance. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits. 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match on contributions. Mentoring and tuition assistance for training. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vertex Education