Regional Director of Operations

Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application as soon as possible. Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Regional Director who is responsible for overseeing the daily business performance of 4 early childhood education schools across Central Georgia . Focused on operational execution, staffing, compliance, and enrollment growth, the RD ensures that each school delivers consistent, high-quality service while meeting financial, regulatory, and performance goals. The RD directly supports school Principals, visiting campuses regularly and driving accountability across all aspects of operations. This is a Direct Hire position with the school Monday - Friday; year-round employment Compensation Base Salary: $80,000-$90,000/year (commensurate with education, credentials, and multi-site experience) Bonus: Performance-based bonus tied to metrics 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Professional Development Opportunities Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple school sites, ensuring consistent execution of company standards. Support school Principals in managing staffing levels, scheduling, parent communication, and daily business operations. Monitor and drive key operational KPIs, including enrollment, re-enrollment, tour conversion, staffing ratios, compliance outcomes, and parent satisfaction. Serve as the first point of contact for urgent operational issues, partnering with HR, Facilities, Compliance, and Enrollment teams to resolve problems quickly. Lead compliance efforts in coordination with central teams, ensuring schools meet or exceed all regulatory, health, and safety standards in Georgia. Coach and develop school leaders through regular site visits, performance reviews, and operational audits. Guide schools in executing company initiatives such as seasonal programs, re-enrollment campaigns, and operational playbooks. Review and approve supply purchases, CapEx needs, staffing plans, and operational expenses in alignment with budget targets. Qualifications REQUIRED Education: Bachelors Degree or higher. Location: Must reside in Georgia and be available to work onsite across the territory daily. Multi-Site Experience: 3-5+ years of multi-unit operations leadership experience (healthcare, retail, hospitality, childcare, or similar service industries preferred). Leadership Track Record: Demonstrated ability to lead frontline managers, align teams, and deliver business results. Business Acumen: Comfort using data and KPIs to drive decisions and hold teams accountable Compliance Knowledge: Experience overseeing audits or managing regulated, compliance-driven environments. Background Check: Must successfully pass a background check. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr