Director of Operations

Director Of Operations

The Director of Operations plays a key leadership role in overseeing the planning, development, and daily management of the school's physical plant, campus operations, safety initiatives, technology infrastructure, and coordinates with the Board's Campus Development Committee and the Audit Risk Committee to maintain a campus environment that supports the school's mission, values, and long-term goals. The Director works collaboratively with school leadership, faculty, and staff to align operational priorities with the academic calendar and the evolving needs of the school community. A forward-thinking mindset and commitment to long-term sustainability are essential, with responsibilities that include strategic planning, capital project oversight, regulatory compliance, vendor coordination, and the supervision of key personnel members. The ideal candidate brings both hands-on expertise and a systems-level view, ensuring that all campus operations reflect the school's commitment to environmental stewardship, safety, and excellence. The Director of Operations position is an exempt, full-time, 12-month in person position reporting to the Head of School. The start date is flexible with a date as early as January 1, 2026 through July 1 2026.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Facilities Management

Oversee the maintenance, repair, and improvement of all school buildings, grounds, and infrastructure

Lead and supervise the facilities and custodial teams, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation

Serve as the primary liaison for campus security, safety, and emergency preparedness

Ensure a fair, transparent, and competitive bid process for facilities projects by preparing clear scopes of work, obtaining multiple bids when appropriate, and selecting vendors based on cost, quality, and alignment with school values

Work closely with the Technology Coordinator to ensure the technology vision aligns with the school's mission, values, and strategic priorities

Work closely with the Chair of the Campus Development Committee and Task Force to set meeting agenda and plan strategic initiatives

Monitor the cleanliness and organization of the campus on a daily basis

Qualifications :

Compensation and Benefits :

The full-time salary range for this position is $130,000-160,000. The starting salary depends on factors that include background, years of experience, education level, and skill level. PBS offers an employee benefit package that includes fully paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance plans, long-term disability insurance, flexible spending account and a generous retirement plan match. Eligibility rules apply.

To Apply :

Qualified, interested candidates may apply for the position through the online Phillips Brooks Employment Website. Please submit your application information - letter of interest, a CV / resume with your relevant experience and expertise, and contact information for three professional references (include supervisors).

Phillips Brooks School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All aspects of employment at PBS are governed on the basis of competence, merit, and qualifications. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences including those with professional experience outside the field of education who share our commitment to fostering a vibrant, inclusive school community.

About Phillips Brooks School :

Phillips Brooks School is a vibrant and innovative Early Learning Center (ELC