Director of Operations

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Education, or a related field
• Five years of operations experience in a school or district setting, including at least three years in a leadership role
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with district partners and cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel regularly to district locations throughout Western Pennsylvania
• Ability to support emergency response activities, including crisis intervention and facility safety when needed

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations across multiple In-District Services sites, including staffing, scheduling, logistics, facilities, transportation, and resource allocation
• Ensure compliance with district policies, regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures while driving continuous improvement
• Supervise and develop operational staff through onboarding, coaching, training, and performance management
• Parenthesize with district leaders and internal teams to align operational priorities with instructional and program goals
• Monitor operational performance through site visits, reporting, and data analysis while supporting emergency preparedness and additional responsibilities as assigned

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

About the Role

River Rock Academy provides specialized education and counseling for students facing behavioral and academic challenges. We guide students toward growth, resilience, and empowerment to achieve their full potential.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer: River Rock Academy is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.