Executive Director, Facilities & Operations en Sequoia Schools

Facilities and Maintenance

• Manage all aspects of facilities, including maintenance, repairs, janitorial services, landscaping, and utility systems.
• Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and vendor contracts.
• Lead short- and long-term facility planning, including space utilization and capital improvements.
• Respond to facility emergencies and ensure minimal disruption to school operations.

School Operations & Logistics

• Develop and manage systems and procedures for daily school operations, including arrival/dismissal, meal service, and custodial schedules.
• Support leadership with logistics for events, testing, and emergency drills.
• Serve as a point of contact for all third-party vendors and service providers.
• Supervision and oversight, Food Service.

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Implement and oversee safety and security procedures, emergency response protocols, and drills.
• Ensure school facilities meet all local, state, and federal health and safety standards, including ADA and OSHA compliance.
• Maintain facility documentation, inspection records, permits, and authorizer reports.
• Coordinate risk management plans, including insurance and incident reporting.

Transportation

• Manage or oversee student transportation services, including contracts, routing, scheduling, and vehicle safety compliance.

Procurement & Budget Management

• Develop and manage the annual operations and facilities budget in alignment with school priorities.
• Oversee procurement of equipment, furniture, supplies, and services in compliance with school financial policies.
• Track and report spending, savings opportunities, and cost-control strategies.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise operations and custodial team members; develop performance goals and provide training and support.
• Serve on the school leadership team and contribute to strategic planning and campus development initiatives.
• Partner with instructional leaders, finance, HR, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless school operations.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Facilities Management, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of operations, facilities, or project management experience—preferably in a school, nonprofit, or charter network.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements, safety standards, and facilities systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors, facilities projects, or capital improvements.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a charter or K–12 public school setting.
• Familiarity with charter school authorizer compliance and reporting requirements.
• Working knowledge of [what software or platforms should the candidate have?]….

Key Skills:

• High level of initiative and accountability
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Solutions-oriented and adaptable under pressure

Working Conditions

• Requires occasional evening/weekend hours and on-call availability for emergencies.
• May involve physical activity including lifting, climbing ladders, or extended walking on school grounds.