Principal Administrative Officer (26-27 SY) - IMMEDIATE VACANCY

JEFFERSON RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Harvey, Louisiana | Grades 6-12 | 2026-2027 School Year School Overview Founded in 2014, Jefferson RISE is a tuition-free public charter school serving nearly 800 students in grades 6-12 in Harvey, Louisiana. At Jefferson RISE, we believe every student deserves a real path forward. Whether that means a four-year university, a skilled trade, the military, entrepreneurship, or something else entirely, our job is to make sure every student graduates prepared and ready. We get there through rigorous academics, strong relationships, consistent accountability, and a genuine commitment to each student's individual success. Our Student Body Reflects The Diversity Of The Westbank We have a diverse population of students based on race and ethnicity:61% Black/African American16% Hispanic14% Middle Eastern6% White (Non-Middle Eastern)2% Asian1% Other87% qualify as economically disadvantaged13% Students with Disabilities4% English Learners Recent Achievements Top Gains Award - Louisiana Department of Education (2023-24 SY)Average graduation rate of 98% since our first graduating class in 2022#6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana - High School: B rating, Middle School: C rating (2022-23 SY)Continued SPS growth: 72.5 in 2023-24 and 73.9 in 2024-25 Schedule And Calendar As a charter school, Jefferson RISE sets its own academic calendar and daily schedule based on the needs of its students. Teachers generally work from mid-July (beginning with professional development before students arrive) through late May. Workdays are generally 7:10 AM - 3:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Mondays extend to 4:30 PM and include mandatory Professional Development time. Anticipated school hours and days vary annually based on changes to the school calendar. Position Title: Principal Administrative Officer Position Information Department: Executive LeadershipReports to: Executive DirectorWork Schedule: 12-monthEmployment Type: Full time, ExemptLocation: Harvey, LAStart Date: Immediate Position Summary Jefferson RISE Charter School is seeking a highly effective Principal Administrative Officer who is committed to ensuring students, families, and staff receive timely, professional, and responsive support. The Principal Administrative Officer serves as a representative of the Principal’s Office and is responsible for managing stakeholder concerns, facilitating communication, supporting accountability conversations, and ensuring issues are routed and followed through to resolution. This role plays a critical part in maintaining trust, strengthening relationships, and ensuring concerns are addressed efficiently and professionally. The Principal Administrative Officer serves as the Principal’s designee for designated stakeholder concerns, administrative issue resolution, and staff accountability conversations. Key Responsibilities Parent and Community Relations Serve as a representative of the Principal’s Office for parent and community concernsMeet with families to gather information and understand concernsExplain school processes, expectations, and next steps clearlyRespond to parent inquiries in a timely, professional mannerCoordinate meetings between families and school personnelEnsure consistent follow-up and communication with stakeholdersBuild strong relationships while maintaining school expectations Administrative Issue Resolution Serve as a primary intake point for administrative concernsGather and document information related to complaints, concerns, and appealsMaintain clear, organized records of meetings and follow-up actionsRoute issues to appropriate administrators for decision-makingMonitor open issues and ensure timely follow-throughResolve routine concerns while escalating more complex situations Staff Accountability and Professionalism Support school leaders in addressing lower-level accountability concernsParticipate in meetings related to attendance, deadlines, and professionalismDocument conversations and maintain appropriate recordsMonitor follow-up actions and communicate progress to leadershipServe as the Principal’s designee in designated staff conversationsReinforce expectations related to professionalism and accountability Administrative Coordination Support leadership with administrative projects and initiativesPrepare correspondence, reports, and meeting materialsCoordinate logistics for meetings, events, and stakeholder interactionsSupport communication systems that improve responsiveness and clarityMaintain confidentiality in all matters School Representation Represent the Principal’s Office in designated meetings and conversationsCommunicate expectations, processes, and decisions clearly and professionallyServe as a professional ambassador for Jefferson RISEBuild trust with families and staff while maintaining alignment with leadership CANDIDATE PROFILE Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred3+ years of experience in education, administration, customer service, HR, or a related fieldStrong interpersonal and relationship-building skillsDemonstrated ability to navigate difficult or sensitive conversations professionallyStrong conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgmentProficiency in Google Workspace Culture and Fit Builds trust quickly with students, families, and staffRemains calm, professional, and solutions-oriented under pressureCommunicates clearly, directly, and respectfullyBalances empathy with firm expectations and accountabilityFollows through consistently and ensures issues are resolvedComfortable representing school leadership in designated situationsValues responsiveness, professionalism, and strong relationshipsBelieves every student has a path worth investing inCollaborative, dependable, and committed to a positive school culture Compensation Jefferson RISE offers competitive compensation tied to performance and qualifications. We do not follow a traditional salary schedule — annual salaries reflect the value employees bring to students and the school. Annual Salary Range: $50,000 – $65,000 depending on qualifications, skills, and experienceAdditional Stipends Available: Employees may be eligible for supplemental compensation for approved responsibilities beyond their roleRaises and Bonuses: Performance-based raises and bonuses may be awarded based on results, contributions, and organizational prioritiesPaid twice monthly on the 15th and last day of each month Benefits All full-time employees receive the following employee-only coverage: Medical: RISE covers 85% of employee-only premiums; employee covers 15% (spouse and dependent costs are the employee's responsibility)Dental and Vision: 100% of employee-only premiums coveredShort and Long-Term Disability: 100% of premiums covered401(k): 100% employer match on first 3% deferred; 50% match on contributions from 3% to 5%; no vesting period Jefferson RISE reserves the right to offer different or additional benefits at any time.