Base Operations Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
BASE/Nutrition Leadership/Admin/BASE Operations Manager
Date Posted:
3/1/2026
Location:
Educational Support Center
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
FULL SALARY RANGE: Level 12 (minimum: $78,956- mid-point: $97,477 - maximum: $115,998)
The maximum placement for new hires is based upon experience and typically does not exceed the mid-point of the range
FTE: 1.0
MONTHS PER YEAR: 12
JOB CODE: 3002
POSITION TYPE: Regular/Temporary
LOCATION: Thornton, CO
Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
This role is a high-level balancing act between regulatory compliance and program support, serving as the primary bridge between school-based enrichment programs, district leadership, and state licensing bodies. As the Manager of BASE Operations, you do far more than manage schedules; you are the driving force behind program quality. You will spend significant time conducting on-site observations and navigating the complexities of CDHS and health department regulations.
Your daily focus will shift from technical priorities, such as managing site licenses, training, future planning, and grant funding, to deeply human ones, including collaborating with support services to develop IEP or 504 accommodations. This position requires a decisive leader who can navigate the 'gray areas' of policy, remain calm under the pressure of on-call responsibilities, and ensure that every before, after, and summer program is not only safe and compliant with Adams 12 goals but is also an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
SUMMARY: Responsible for ensuring Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) programs observe and comply with state, federal, local and district regulations. Develop, evaluate and monitor BASE operations, including management of program violations, corrective actions, legal appeals and the implementation of programmatic changes. Develop and promote good community relations among various district, community and stakeholder groups.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB TASK DESCRIPTIONS:
1. Responsible for managing and overseeing BASE program operational and regulatory operations. Accountable for managing, obtaining, and maintaining BASE site license, knowing and understanding department, district, school-age childcare licensing (CDHS), and local health department regulations and guidelines. Develop and perform on-site audits and observations to monitor program quality, operations and identify areas of risk for non-compliance and safety concerns. Identify and resolve discrepancies in standards, practices, policies, regulations, practices and procedures. Maintain record of compliance activities, including violations, complaints and responses. Provide research and reports for the department as requested. Primary contact to state licensing and health department representatives.
2. Develop, identify, and administer ongoing training and process improvement to BASE staff due to changes in policy or procedures. Offer on-site coaching and training for BASE staff and provide operational recommendations when necessary. Participate in professional growth activities and attend state and local sponsored training when applicable.
3. Collaborate to identify necessary student supports needed in BASE for students with special needs. Collaborate to develop necessary accommodations (504, IEP, or behavioral) support plans for students when necessary. Coordinate placement with student support services team, BASE supervisors, directors and BASE program employees and parents.
4. Responsible for the resolution of staff and operational complaints including enlisting the assistance of the district legal counsel and communication departments when necessary. Apply, manage, and oversee grants and grant funds, if necessary.
5. Manage BASE operations for special programs and coordinate alternative sites and movement of existing BASE break programs due to construction, complying with federal, state, and district regulations. Communicate and work with affected schools and departments when relocation is necessary.
6. Lead, plan, and attend department meetings, parent meetings, school functions as needed. On call for BASE situations which need immediate attention.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in elementary or early childhood education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience in childcare.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Must successfully complete current district training for supervision of Classified Staff within one (1) year of entering position.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal (CBI), Federal (FBI) k, and TRAILS background checks required for hire.
• Ability to consistently travel among district facility locations.
• Current CPR, First Aid and Standard Precaution certifications must obtain one within 6 weeks of entering the position

APPLICATION INFORMATION:
All applicants (current district employees and external applicants) should list any and all work experience, including current district experience, when completing the employment application. Please include job titles and duties that you held while doing that job. Since the Human Resource department uses the application to screen for minimum qualifications required for each job, it is important to have a complete application so you will be considered for the position you are applying for.
SALARY INFORMATION:
The salary listed is for full time positions (1.0 FTE). This salary will be adjusted, as needed, based upon the FTE. Administrative employees' salary will be commensurate on the employees' education and/or work experience. For additional information, please review our Administrative Compensation Program or review our Administrative Salary Schedule.
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
To learn more about our benefits, including paid time off, please see our Benefits Overview.
THIS POSTING IS NOT INCLUSIVE OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION.
Rev 11/25