Organization Overview

KIPP is a national network of free, open‐enrollment, college‐preparatory public schools in under‐resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 200 locally‐run KIPP schools in 20 states and Washington, DC, and nationally KIPP serves approximately 80,000 students. More than 80 percent of KIPP students come from low‐income households, and more than 95 percent are African American or Hispanic/Latino.  Through high expectations for students and staff, world‐class teachers and principals, more time in school, autonomy over budget and curriculum, and a focus on results, KIPP schools prepare traditionally underserved students for success in college and in life. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for their success in doing so, and today nearly 85% of KIPP alumni nationally have matriculated to college. 

All KIPP schools share a core set of operating principles, known as the Five Pillars, that KIPP believes help to lay the foundation for students to perform at the highest academic levels: High Expectations, Choice & Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and a Focus on Results.

KIPP Minnesota Overview

Who we are: KIPP Minnesota Schools is a network of high-performing college-preparatory public charter schools. Next year, we will serve over 700 students in grades K through 2 and grades 5 through 8 at two co-located schools (primary and middle) in north Minneapolis. KIPP Minnesota Schools is a fast-growing, entrepreneurial organization with significant growth plans in the coming years.

What we do: We do whatever it takes to help our students develop knowledge, skills, and strong character. We work relentlessly so that every one of our students has the opportunity to attend college and has access to the life of choice and opportunity that college provides. The KIPP Minnesota Regional Team supports our schools, school leaders/ principals, and staff through organizational and academic alignment, business management, strategic planning, and back office functions.

How we do it: There are no shortcuts to success. Outstanding educators, rigorous lessons, more time in school, and strong school culture support our students as they climb the mountain to college. We work as a team, use data, and constantly reflect to improve our practice. We believe all of our KIPPsters can make it to and through college and we stay with them every step of the way.

Why it matters: In our communities, approximately 1 in 10 students earn a college degree. We believe that this is unjust and unacceptable and, most importantly, can be changed. Nationwide, over 85% of KIPP middle school alums matriculate to college.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Regional Director of Operations is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations necessary to ensure that the organization achieves its objectives. This includes staff management, student relations, and facilities management to ensure smooth daily operations and a high level of customer care.
 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing site management  and development of multiple campuses.

• Ensuring that the campus sites are maintained as a safe and clean environment

• Recruiting, hiring, and training administrative & operations personnel along with providing annual performance evaluation of administrative & operations personnel.

• Developing and maintaining the school’s operational plan.

• Establishing strong systems for data management (e.g. enrollment and admissions procedures and records; attendance procedures and records).

• Supervising and supporting all compliance-related reporting.

• Overseeing operations in a manner consistent with all applicable local, State and Federal statutes and in compliance with the organization’s by-laws, policies and procedures.

• Manage the school’s food and transportation services by coordinating with service providers and overseeing deliveries.

• Overseeing and implementing with the support of the contracted financial consultant and school-based operations manager, office managers, administrative assistants, the school’s procurement process.

• Supporting the Principal in developing, modifying and implementing the school’s student recruitment/outreach plan with a strong focus on enrolling a diverse student population including requirements around targets for low income families and students eligible for free or reduced lunch program as well as students with disabilities.

• Leading efforts to ensure effective communication with the parents and the community – including maintaining email lists/groups, an up-to-date web site and newsletters.

• Coordinating and supporting parent/family education and community.

• Attending all leadership meetings and working with the leadership team to implement policies.

• ​​Overseeing the performance of contracted service providers: administrative and janitorial services; food services; technology services

• Performing other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Organizational Management, Business or related field.

• At least three years of demonstrated and successful record of prior employment in an operational capacity preferably in an educational environment, charter school experience a plus.

• Understanding of and commitment to the mission, goals, educational philosophy and activities of the school, as described in the school’s charter.

• Demonstrated record of leadership, charter school operations management and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of and experience with school facilities and relevant technologies.

• Demonstrated willingness to be held accountable for student results.

• Prior experience as an assistant principal overseeing school operations or school director of operations.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning through professional development.

Highly Preferred 

• Master’s degree

• Experience working in historically educationally underserved communities and communities of color 

• Demonstrated willingness to be held accountable for student results.

• Prior experience as an assistant principal overseeing school operations or school director of operations.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and learning through professional development.

COMPENSATION: $78,000-85,000

*In order to establish equitable salary practices; the compensation package is derived from the Regional KIPP Minnesota pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long-term disability and retirement benefits as well as an annual salary review and revision.

How to Apply 

We are committed to hiring a diverse and multicultural leadership team and encourage applications from traditionally under-represented backgrounds. Please apply on-line here. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

KIPP:MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: KIPP:MN is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all candidates and  employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on our business need, job requirements and required qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by ​​protected by federal, state or local laws. KIPP:MN will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.”

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training.