Operations / Administration Chief Operating Officer
Job Description
SUMMARY Responsible for providing vision, strategic direction and leading teams including Transportation, Food and Nutrition Services, Facilities and Maintenance, which includes Construction Management and Capital Improvement Projects. This position will lead future growth opportunities to achieve long term operational performance, strategic initiatives and Jeffco Thrives goals. Responsible for executing the overall business plan and acting as a champion for strategic change across departments and the broader Jeffco community.
For best consideration, please apply by February 15, 2023 by 5:00 p.m.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Lead, supervise, evaluate, and support operations and department administrators in their implementation of activities directed to assure a safe environment aligned to the District’s strategic plan and goals established by the Board of Education for the District.
Report to the Superintendent and work collaboratively as a member of the Superintendent’s Leadership Team as a values-based organization
Achieve Board of Education Ends and goals through our shared commitment to Focus on Students, Excellence, Integrity, Equity, and Belonging.
Formulate actionable, measurable operational plans in order to effectively meet the goals of the District, according to the Strategic Plan and demonstrate qualitative and quantitative results of implementation of the District’s strategic objectives and goals.
Develop objectives and performance goals for each operational department to support achievement of the District’s mission and maintains accountability for meeting objectives.
Ability to attract, motivate and develop leadership talent. Promote professional development of staff, attract new leaders and develop existing leaders.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work well with people at all levels across the district and with key external organizations. Ability to recognize and resolve conflicts or potentially controversial situations through diplomacy.
Encourage diversity and mutual respect among team members and demonstrate compassion and sensitivity.
Ensure compliance with state and federal laws; Board of Education policies and regulations; and negotiated agreements.
Accountable for all facets of the Support Services Divisions budgets.
Represent the Superintendent and Board of Education with all components of the school community in areas of responsibility as designated.
Performs other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EXPERIENCE 10+ years experience in general management, with three years’ in a senior leadership role. Experience in K-12 education from a policy and/or direct work experience perspective and a passion for improving public education. Proven leadership skills with demonstrated capability ability to manage a large organization and deliver results supporting the mission of the organization.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING Master’s degree in Business Management or related field preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Valid Colorado driver’s license
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT Superior leadership, coaching and mentoring skills with the ability to effectively lead an organization. Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills and demonstrated process and project management experience. Advanced computer, word processing, and excel skills. Solid knowledge of sound business practices.
DECISION MAKING Decision making involves developing strategy, and comprehensive understanding of Board policy, District policy, and state and federal laws and regulations. Requires project and long-term planning skills, negotiation skills, analysis, and synthesis.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS Daily contact with classified staff, professional staff, and school support team to interpret policy, and with administrative leadership team to negotiate controversial matters. Daily contact with general public and vendors/contractors, and weekly contact with parents, citizen committees, public agencies, and local government to negotiate controversial matters. Weekly/Monthly contact with advisory committees to exchange information and with state legislature/congressional staff to recommend policy.
SPAN OF CONTROL Directly supervises employees in Construction Management, Facilities Management, Facilities Maintenance, Food Services, and Transportation. Positions supervised include Executive Directors. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. This position is responsible for budget development and accountability.
EDUCATIONAL DELIVERY Manage the facilities and support services for the District. Provide support services for educational resources and transportation. Provide direct services that aid in the implementation of instructional programs, evaluation of administrators, supervision and evaluation of personnel, and facilities management. The majority of time is not spent on the school site.
COMPLEXITY OF WORK Work is guided by the Board, Superintendent, and District goals and needs. Requires high degree of independent judgment to interpret and implement District policies and procedures where procedures may not exist, strategic planning to formulate priorities and goals for the division/District, and leadership to manage the operations of the Division. Decisions may establish precedent or alter programs within the District.
The physical demands, mental functions, and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to analyze, communicate, synthesize, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. The employee is frequently required to compare, instruct, and negotiate.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Desired Start Date: 04/03/2023
Chief Operations Officer
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: Year Round
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCA – Administrator – 229 days , G14, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $124,354-$158,065 Effective as of: 07-11-2022
