Operational Vision & Strategic Leadership

• Work alongside the CEO and other members of the leadership team to refine and solidify a strong operational strategic vision that demonstrates a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism
• Develop DEIA-centered systems to be used across Equitas’ network of schools, in the following areas: facilities, lottery/enrollment, attendance, reporting, vendor management, inventory, procurement, and internal controls
• Provide strategic leadership and work collaboratively with, schools, vendors, the Board of Directors and external stakeholders to strengthen and implement Equitas’ mission and vision
• Functions as a core leader of Equitas leadership team and helps to define organizational priorities and strategic direction

Sustainability, Budgeting & Fiduciary Management

• Oversee Finance staff to manage financial operations of Equitas's schools and regional office in the areas of banking, accounting, compliance, reporting, budgeting, procurement, and financial planning.
• Oversee internal financial systems for accounts payable/receivable, weekly deposits, and expense reports
• In partnership with the CEO and the Board, oversee the budget, cash flows and overall finances; and maintain sound financial practices and controls
• Works the Board of Directors and CEO on the real estate development projects in the community; partnering with individual and corporate partners to raise six and seven-figure deals, diversifying revenue streams

Systems Management & Capacity Building

• Develops consistent communication and feedback mechanisms with the Chief Schools Officer and with local leaders, organizations, authorizers and elected officials to ensure the we are bringing educational partners along at all levels of the organization
• Engages with School Directors to lead and manage operational systems and processes are sound, school-site operations teams are supported, we are operationally compliant and audit ready, while addressing operational challenges directly in order to better support the core learning and teaching functions of our schools
• Works with the CEO to lead and advocate for change in Los Angeles and the state, maintaining active relationships with local CMO leaders and community partners
• Leverages collaborative leadership, coalition-building and systems insight to mobilize innovation and action across a network of schools and identities shared characteristics and interdependencies to create economies of scale

People Management & Partner Engagement

• Hire, retain, and develop the operations team and Equitas team members, providing an optimal balance of challenge and support by ensuring individuals and/or teams have the capacity, authority and information necessary to fulfill responsibilities
• Develops consistent communication and feedback mechanisms to ensure the organization is able to identify, discuss, and address facility, management and equity issues that face the school and Pico-Union Community
• Facilitates positive, collaborative and inclusive processes and initiatives to support culture-building and employee engagement. Takes a coach-approach to build leadership capacity in others

Compliance, Facilities & Risk Management

• Oversee charter renewal, WASC accreditation, audits, compliance and yearly authorizer visits
• Oversee the ongoing maintenance of updating information systems and infrastructure, including hardware, software, and applications
• Coordinate business insurance and maintain best practices for risk management and safety

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expertise in leading high impact team around the following areas: student recruitment and enrollment, school operations, transportation, procurement, meals,facilities, student information systems, teacher certification, risk management, safety, and new school openings
• 8+ years of executive leadership experience, with demonstrated success in leading a high-performing, and growing organization
• Deep belief in equity and the Equitas mission and an unwavering commitment to the achievement of all scholars, particularly those in the Pico-Union community
• Effective at keeping key stakeholders (CEO, CSO, Board, and others) up-to-date on matters related to overall priorities or needs
• Track record of fostering a safe and welcoming organization/school community and has demonstrated success of leading with an strong operational and anti-racism lens
• Supportive coach and capacity builder, with a proven track record of working effectively with diverse individuals to drive results
• Effective at demonstrating empathy, listening for understanding, and facilitating uplifting and difficult conversations
• Represent the organization as an exceptional external ambassador for all stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and oral)
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize large bodies of information and transform them into detailed work plans and communication plans
• Bachelor's degree required may hold master’s degree in education, business, or strategy
• Experienced in working with board members, chairs, and committees and supporting C-level or equivalent leaders in executive management and goal setting
• Experienced with short- and long-term strategic planning and able to manage multiple complex projects
• Comfortable transitioning quickly from individual, detail-oriented projects to collaborative, people-oriented conversations
• Committed to Equitas’s mission of providing a structured, achievement-based community that prepares students to graduate from four-year colleges and universities