Director of School Operations

Position Summary

The Director of School Operations – School Policy, Safety, and Systems Alignment provides district-level leadership for operational strategy, safety systems, policy alignment, and business continuity practices across Tulsa Public Schools. This role leads the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of operational frameworks that support safe, compliant, and high-functioning school environments. The Director ensures alignment across safety initiatives, operational policies, accreditation standards, attendance systems, scheduling structures, and related compliance functions. The Director collaborates closely with district leadership, school leaders, and operational teams to strengthen systems that support safe schools, operational continuity, and effective implementation of district policies and procedures.

Key Functions

• Lead the design and coordination of districtwide operational frameworks supporting safety, compliance, and effective school environments
• Oversee safety and prevention initiatives aligned with district standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage operational vendor contracts and budgets to ensure effective service delivery and fiscal accountability
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for operational effectiveness and system performance
• Advises district leadership on operational risk, compliance considerations, and system performance
• Collaborate with school leaders and district departments to ensure consistent implementation of operational systems

Education

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
• Experience: Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in school operations, district operations, or large-scale program management
• Experience: Leading complex, multi-site operational initiatives
• Experience: Managing vendor relationships and operational budgets
• Experience: Supporting operational systems in large organizations or school districts

Knowledge & Skills

• Strategic systems thinking and operational planning skills
• Strong financial management and vendor oversight capability
• Effective cross-functional leadership and stakeholder collaboration
• Ability to translate policy and regulatory requirements into workable operational systems
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex operational environments
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities simultaneously
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with district leaders, school leaders, and operational staff

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.