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Meeting Street Schools

Chief Operating Officer

Meeting Street Schools, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408


Who We AreMeeting Street Schools (MSS), a unique network of five schools across South Carolina, was founded in 2008 on the belief that all students can achieve at high levels and deserve the opportunity to receive a high-quality education, regardless of their socio-economic background. It is our belief that a student’s zip code should not determine a student’s access to quality educational opportunities. At Meeting Street Schools, we believe in a holistic approach to student development and work to provide the experience and resources that facilitate student success in the classroom and beyond. To provide this, we make a twenty-year commitment to students and families, from early childhood education to college access support and scholarships.Who We’re Looking ForThe Chief Operating Officer (COO) oversees the day-to-day operations of a network of five schools, ensuring efficient, effective, and high-quality educational and administrative functions. The COO will work closely with school leaders and the operations team to develop and implement strategies that support the network’s mission and goals. The COO manages school operations teams at five schools through centralized efforts. The COO will create a culture of customer obsession with a focus on our students, families, and school staff. The COO reports to the President, BEEMOK Education Portfolio.Core ResponsibilitiesEnsure schools are functioning with a high level of excellence with parent engagement, materials & supplies, facilities, safety, and technology.Create policies and practices for compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards.Collaborate with the President and operations team to develop and execute the network’s strategic plan.Identify and address operational challenges and opportunities to support the network’s growth and development.Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.Guarantee the network office is functioning with a high level of excellence when it comes to materials & supplies, facilities, safety, and technology.Work with the finance team to prepare financial reports and provide analysis for the board of directors and leadership.Oversee department leaders for facilities, technology, compliance, and school leadership.Engage with parents, community members, and external partners to build strong relationships and support for the network’s mission.Represent the network at public events, meetings, and conferences.Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential risks to the network.Manage vendor relationships and contracts for services.Other duties as assigned by management.Required Experience and EducationBachelor’s Degree.8+ years of experience in operational management (in educational setting a plus).Experience managing at scale or across multiple locations is highly desirable.Required Personal AttributesExcellent listening, written and verbal communication skills.Strong leadership and management skills.Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.Ability to develop and implement effective policies and procedures.Strategic thinker with the ability to execute plans effectively.Service-oriented, collaborative, creative, and charismatic.Strong interpersonal skills, ability to build relationships and collaborate with others.Ability to work independently in an effective manner.Flexible and adjusts well to change.Compensation for this opportunity is competitive and commensurate with experience.At Meeting Street Schools we are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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