Operations Director

Job Description

Job Description

Follow your passion

Are you looking to make a BIG impact? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

Currently, we operate multiple elementary and middle schools in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, and are opening three new elementary schools in Queens for the 2025-26 school year. We plan to grow and open 1-2 schools each year because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. Join our growing team today, and be a change agent for children.

Deliver powerful results

To achieve our vision, we are searching for an Operations Director with a Bachelor's degree and 2-3+ years of high pressure operations leadership experience along with a proven record of leadership abilities and a relentlessly high excellence bar.

Responsibilities :

• Lead a 2-6 person team to ensure key operational outcomes by creating a culture of high expectations, candid feedback, and continuous improvement
• Develop systems for ensuring a world-class facility that meets Zeta's high expectations
• Create a safe and welcoming school environment for all students, staff, and families
• Continually strengthen relationships with Zeta community members, while proactively creating and disseminating essential school communications with a people-first mindset
• Uphold your team's compliance with Zeta's financial expectations, Department of Education expectations, and any alternative compliance expectations across the school
• Engage in short-term and long-term thinking on best operational systems, using data to shape every aspect of our school systems

Join our purpose-driven community

Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together. Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta :

We are hiring for a July 7th start date. The salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $145,000. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary at or near the start of the range, depending on relevant experience in operations and internal equity. Compensation is based on our salary scales. This position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary, merit-based performance bonus.

How does Zeta invest in you?

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Equity is at the heart of our mission. We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity. Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.).