Operations Manager Jobs in Passaic, NJ (NOW HIRING)

 OPERATIONS MANAGER

• Lead all daily school operations to support efficient, compliant, and scholar-centered school functions.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the Operations Team, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.
• Build a positive team culture that emphasizes accountability, professionalism, responsiveness, and operational excellence.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by making sound decisions, managing competing priorities, and remaining calm under pressure.
• Identify operational challenges proactively and develop practical, innovative solutions that improve school efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee school compliance with federal, state, and network policies while maintaining accurate documentation and timely reporting.
• Manage student enrollment, attendance, recordkeeping, transportation, food service, and health and safety procedures.
• Oversee procurement, inventory management, vendor relationships, invoice processing, and budget monitoring.
• Coordinate school-wide logistics, including testing, field trips, graduation, family events, staff events, emergency drills, and special programs.
• Manage facilities operations by coordinating maintenance requests, building readiness, security procedures, and emergency preparedness.
• Oversee technology systems and operational platforms, including ATS, SchoolMint, Galaxy, FAMIS, and other school-based systems.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.
• Build positive relationships with scholars, families, staff, vendors, and external partners.
• Respond to unexpected operational issues with urgency, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Lead operational projects from planning through execution while meeting deadlines, maintaining compliance, and delivering high-quality results.
• Partner with the School Director on operational planning, strategic initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience working with children.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in school operations, office administration, or educational leadership.
• Previous experience working in a charter school, K-12 school, higher education, or nonprofit organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate others, provide coaching, and build high-performing teams.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Positive, adaptable, and resilient attitude with the ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
• Experience managing budgets, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from planning through implementation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
• Alignment with Classical Charter Schools' mission and educational philosophy.

• Believe deeply in the Classical Charter Schools mission and commitment to educational excellence.
• Lead with integrity, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Inspire, coach, and develop team members while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills and confidently make decisions in complex situations.
• Remain calm, composed, and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Take initiative, anticipate operational needs, and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.
• Build trusting relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and consistently follow through on commitments.
• Exhibit our core values of Accountability, Innovation, Professionalism, Rigor, Tenacity, Transparency, and Urgency.
• Embrace a "whatever it takes" mindset in supporting student success and school excellence.

• A generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverages.
• Student Loan Counseling
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Gym/Fitness Reimbursement
• Calm Subscription
• Wellness benefits
• 401k