Manager/Associate Director of Strategic Impact

Job Description

Job Description

Follow your passion

Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens . We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children.

Our Network office is located at 401 W. 218th St., New York, NY 10034. Our Network team follows a hybrid work schedule: we work in-person from our office on Tuesdays and Thursdays with optional remote days on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, if your team's scope of work permits.

To achieve our vision, we are searching for a Manager or Associate Director of Strategic Impact with a Bachelor's Degree and 4-7 years of work experience in management consulting, supporting the scale-up of growing organizations, or serving in strategic roles within high-performance organizations with a proven record of owning work end-to-end, driving results in ambiguity, and taking initiative to solve complex, high-priority problems.

An MBA is highly preferred, and candidates with additional experience in schools or education will be strongly considered.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CEO, COO, and Managing Director of Strategic Impact to identify, design, and execute high-impact projects across the Strategic Impact team and broader organization to enable Zeta's rapid growth
• Build and codify systems, processes, and structures that improve how teams operate and enable Zeta to scale effectively
• Serve as a strategic partner to teams across the organization, starting with the Family Outreach & Enrollment team, diagnosing challenges, designing solutions, and driving initiatives that strengthen outcomes
• Drive cross-functional work across teams with extreme ownership, ensuring alignment and strong execution on initiatives that cut across multiple parts of the organization
• Take on new and evolving priorities as the organization grows, stepping into critical work and ensuring it is executed at a high level
• Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed

Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together. Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta:

• We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
• We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
• We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them
• We are humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment
• We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details
• We are caring and put team over individual at all times

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis, and offering an immediate start date. The salary range is between $90,000 and $120,000. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary at or near the start of the range, depending on relevant experience and internal equity. This position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary, merit-based performance bonus. The position title will be commensurate with candidate experience.

We offer great benefits:

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
• Competitive compensation

We provide awesome perks:

• Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts – it's up to you!)
• Live therapy sessions through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription
• MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone
• Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
• Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats
• Books for professional development

We care deeply about your personal and professional growth:

• Clear pathway to professional growth
• Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
• Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
• Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming

Equity is at the heart of our mission. We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity. Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.).