Success Academy Charter Schools
Leader, Edge Office
Success Academy Charter Schools, New York, New York, us, 10261
Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through the doors of one of our 53 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a
Leader, Edge
to report to the Executive of Scalability and Project Management Office. This role will be responsible for planning, executing, and owning the work of identifying areas of improvement within processes, systems, and workflows and designing, codifying, and implementing standardized processes and systems that are optimized and digitized to the extent possible.Responsibilities:Develop mastery in Edge continuous improvement processes and tools with emphasis on Problem Solving Process, Visual and Daily Management, and Transactional Process Improvement in order to establish a culture of operational excellence across the organization.Own improving upon our in-house problem-solving (Edge) tools and support the adoption of these processes and tools within Success Academy as the enterprise’s standard continuous improvement methodology.Spearhead impactful, organization-wide improvements through targeted and innovative applications of the Edge methodologies. Report on outcomes and progress to the executive team and facilitate strategic decision-making around continuous improvement initiatives.Educate and coach employees on Edge principles, methodologies, and best practices. Empower teams to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.Manage and support the growth and development of team members by setting clear performance goals, providing regular feedback, and identifying skill development opportunities.Lead problem-solving sessions and root cause analyses to resolve issues and challenges within processes. Implement solutions that prevent recurring issues and create continuous improvement.Establish frameworks for collecting and analyzing performance data, using insights to drive strategic decisions and identify further improvement opportunities.Collect and analyze performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for potential improvement. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and measure the success of Edge initiatives.Provide informal and formal counsel to Success Academy’s teams on how best to apply Edge methodologies and think differently about the work.Ensure effective project and change management processes to manage the cultural and operational changes that Edge initiatives require and drive sustainable improvements.A successful applicant will have the following experience and qualifications:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations / Supply Chain Management education, or a related field.Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement or a related role.Experience applying Danaher Business Systems, Fortive Business Systems, and/or Lean Six Sigma.Drive to achieve excellence through display of extraordinarily high expectations for quality of work and a reflex to improve with urgency at every turn.Ability to work through, synthesize, and narrate complex issues.Influence skills to drive understanding and adoption.An ease to challenge thinking and assumptions.Nimble, proactive go-getter energized by the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where change is rapid.An eagerness to learn and take onboard feedback to grow and achieve full potential.Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: $170,000.00 - $190,000.00. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.About Us
Working at Success Academy means joining a close-knit team of talented and diverse peers who are committed to furthering social justice by delivering a life-changing education for kids. Whether you work in our schools or our central network office, you will be energized by co-workers who are hardworking, curious, trustworthy, and team-oriented in a fast-paced professional setting that is deeply collaborative, collegial, and committed to continual improvement.
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Leader, Edge
to report to the Executive of Scalability and Project Management Office. This role will be responsible for planning, executing, and owning the work of identifying areas of improvement within processes, systems, and workflows and designing, codifying, and implementing standardized processes and systems that are optimized and digitized to the extent possible.Responsibilities:Develop mastery in Edge continuous improvement processes and tools with emphasis on Problem Solving Process, Visual and Daily Management, and Transactional Process Improvement in order to establish a culture of operational excellence across the organization.Own improving upon our in-house problem-solving (Edge) tools and support the adoption of these processes and tools within Success Academy as the enterprise’s standard continuous improvement methodology.Spearhead impactful, organization-wide improvements through targeted and innovative applications of the Edge methodologies. Report on outcomes and progress to the executive team and facilitate strategic decision-making around continuous improvement initiatives.Educate and coach employees on Edge principles, methodologies, and best practices. Empower teams to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions.Manage and support the growth and development of team members by setting clear performance goals, providing regular feedback, and identifying skill development opportunities.Lead problem-solving sessions and root cause analyses to resolve issues and challenges within processes. Implement solutions that prevent recurring issues and create continuous improvement.Establish frameworks for collecting and analyzing performance data, using insights to drive strategic decisions and identify further improvement opportunities.Collect and analyze performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for potential improvement. Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and measure the success of Edge initiatives.Provide informal and formal counsel to Success Academy’s teams on how best to apply Edge methodologies and think differently about the work.Ensure effective project and change management processes to manage the cultural and operational changes that Edge initiatives require and drive sustainable improvements.A successful applicant will have the following experience and qualifications:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations / Supply Chain Management education, or a related field.Experience:
Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement or a related role.Experience applying Danaher Business Systems, Fortive Business Systems, and/or Lean Six Sigma.Drive to achieve excellence through display of extraordinarily high expectations for quality of work and a reflex to improve with urgency at every turn.Ability to work through, synthesize, and narrate complex issues.Influence skills to drive understanding and adoption.An ease to challenge thinking and assumptions.Nimble, proactive go-getter energized by the opportunity to be part of a dynamic, results-driven, entrepreneurial culture where change is rapid.An eagerness to learn and take onboard feedback to grow and achieve full potential.Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: $170,000.00 - $190,000.00. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.About Us
Working at Success Academy means joining a close-knit team of talented and diverse peers who are committed to furthering social justice by delivering a life-changing education for kids. Whether you work in our schools or our central network office, you will be energized by co-workers who are hardworking, curious, trustworthy, and team-oriented in a fast-paced professional setting that is deeply collaborative, collegial, and committed to continual improvement.
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