Founded in 2008 with 50 students in 5th grade, KIPP Columbus currently serves over  2,000 students in grades kindergarten through twelfth. The mission of KIPP Columbus is to create a system of schools where students develop the intellectual, academic, and social skills needed to understand and take action on issues they encounter in everyday life. 

KIPP Columbus continues to rank as one of the top five schools for the academic growth of any school in Ohio and is a top-performing urban school in the state for academic growth. In Spring 2021, KIPP Columbus graduated its second class of high school seniors. 100% of graduates were accepted to college, with over $20 million in merit scholarships from colleges and universities awarded.

In addition to academic excellence, KIPP Columbus also partners with more than 100 community organizations to provide extracurricular activities, programming, health and wellness services, meals, and more to KIPP students, families, and the broader community. KIPP is also an Ohio High School Athletic Association member, offering more than ten varsity sports. 

The KIPP Columbus learning campus will continue to advance student learning, expand partnerships, enable superior programming, and serve as a teaching and leadership lab for schools nationwide, reimagining education through a deeper lens of antiracism and excellence and joy.  

To learn more, visit: https://www.kippcolumbus.org/

The Opportunity

At KIPP Columbus, we are committed to providing an excellent and equitable education to all students. As we continue to grow and strengthen our impact, we are seeking a strategic and results-driven leader to serve as the Regional Director of Campus Operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial and mission-focused individual to drive the next phase of growth at KIPP Columbus, leading the development and execution of systems to support over 3,000+ students. The Regional Director will set the strategic vision and lead the student recruitment and enrollment strategy to meet ambitious growth goals while ensuring all reporting systems are accurate, compliant, and aligned with best practices. This role will hold vendors to high standards for operational services, including transportation, child nutrition, custodial services, ensuring they meet the needs of students and staff with excellence and reliability. A key focus will be designing and implementing efficient and safe operational systems across all KIPP Columbus schools and providing training and support to Directors of School Operations to maintain consistent execution of processes system-wide. 

Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and serving as a key member of both the KIPP Columbus Operations Leadership Team and the School Support Team, the Regional Director will play a critical role in enhancing and scaling operational systems in a thriving organization. As KIPP Columbus continues to expand, the scope and impact of this position will grow, including building and managing a high-performing team to support long-term success.

Key responsibilities for the Regional Director of Campus Operations, include, but are not limited to, the following:

Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Collaborate with the Operations Leadership Team to define and execute organizational goals, objectives, and strategic plans.

• Collaborate with the Chief Operating Officer to create and implement best practices that ensure operational excellence campuswide. 

Campus Vendor Management

Transportation

• Ensure 80% of students are routed to a bus and that buses are on time 95% of the time.

• Develop systems and processes for efficient routing and vendor management.

Child Nutrition

• Oversee the Food Service Management Company to ensure high-quality meal service and compliance with contractual agreements.

• Monitor budget performance and drive increased meal participation by creating appealing, compliant menus.

• Conduct regular audits and meetings to ensure operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.

Custodial Services

• Manage custodial services agreements and budgets to maintain high standards of cleanliness and maintenance.

• Meet with vendors bi-weekly to review expectations, track progress, and address any issues.

Student Recruitment & Enrollment

• Develop and execute the strategic plan for student recruitment and enrollment.

• Directly manage the Student Recruitment and Enrollment Manager to:

  • Lead the annual lottery process for new students.

  • Oversee student registration and re-enrollment processes.

  • Manage community outreach to meet enrollment targets.

  • Ensure compliance with all withdrawal and registration requirements.

Compliance & Data Reporting

• Oversee Education Management Information Systems (EMIS) and PowerSchool by managing the Senior Associate of EMIS and PowerSchool to:

  • Ensure data accuracy and compliance with Ohio Department of Education reporting requirements.

  • Manage student information systems, data extraction, and reporting.

  • Ensure adherence to all student and charter reporting requirements.

  • Keep all stakeholders updated on compliance processes and procedures.

Operational Support & Guidance

• Provide guidance and training to Directors of School Operations and Operations Coordinators on:

  • Student re-enrollment processes

  • Child nutrition compliance

  • Student transportation

  • Data reporting

• Develop systems and workflows to improve operational efficiency and evaluate team performance.

Financial Oversight & Vendor Management

• Collaborate with the Finance Team to ensure accurate reporting on program grants.

• Secure contracts and manage relationships with consultants and vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced certification preferred

• 5+ years of business and/or operations experience, including 2+ years in senior management within a high-growth, entrepreneurial charter school or similar environment

• Passion for supporting high-performing schools strongly preferred

• Proven success in financial oversight and budget management to drive strategic growth

• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and drive change effectively

• Commitment to equity and improving outcomes for all students

• Trusted leadership experience with a record of delivering results

• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of an organization

• Strategic, analytical, and critical thinking skills

• Belief in the potential of school leaders, staff, and teachers to achieve excellence for all students

• Resilient and solution-oriented with a growth mindset and problem-solving skills

• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, start-up environment

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit to handle high responsibility and multiple priorities

• Alignment with KIPP Columbus values: Imagine, Navigate, Seek, Persevere, Integrity, Responsibility, and Empathy

Compensation and Benefits

KIPP Columbus offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit plan including medical and dental insurance, as well as group term life insurance, retirement plan and paid time off. 

Statement of Non-Disclosure

KIPP Columbus is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying to the school for consideration of any position (admission, employment, etc.). KIPP Columbus does not discriminate on the basis of disability, gender, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that is contained in the definition of hate crimes set forth in Section 4112.02 of the Ohio Revised Code.