Dean of Operations Classical Charter School in Brighton
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver
Essential Functions:
Building Cleanliness and Appearance
Maintain the cleanliness and orderly appearance of the school
Daily inspections to hold himself and staff accountable for meeting the expectations of a clean and orderly school
Work with contracted service providers and custodial employees to ensure that they have what they need to complete the work expectations and discuss priorities and timeliness of their work
Ensure that Purchase requests are filled out and submitted in a timely fashion to ensure we have the Custodial supplies the team requires
Collaborate with New Hills Church staff in maintaining high standards for cleanliness and functionality of school/church space
Building Maintenance
Track regular maintenance of all of the facilities and systems within the school
Resolve issues that have a major impact on the daily work being done in the school, and communicates plans for the resolution of non-critical issues
Ensure that vendors are held accountable to promised timelines and communicates to the rest of the team issues about timelines
Facility Use and Events
Coordinate and schedule building and room use between faculty, staff, and New Hills Church events
Set clear expectations for setup and tear down of classroom spaces
Safety and Security
Develop and supervise Medical Response Team plans, in conjunction with School Nurse and other office staff
Reviews school security plans yearly to ensure updates to state guidelines
Maintain camera, security, and access control systems in working order
Perform frequent checks of building safety throughout the school day
Schedule security/safety drills (fire, tornado, lockdown, secure) once per month in conjunction with New Hills Church and Hills Academy leadership
Provide clear, consistent, and brief security directions to teachers and staff
Supervise and train with the school security team, to the extent practicable.
Engage and communicate regularly with local law enforcement to enhance building security
Traffic
Organize, train, and supervise a morning drop-off carline team
Design and implement pick-up procedures for the end of each day
Communicate with relevant parties (staff and/or parents) about any adjustments to pick-up or drop-off schedule
Lunch/Recess Oversight
Build plans for Recess and Lunch oversight before the start of training
Organize staff for lunch and recess supervision, ensuring that staffing does not conflict with other school priorities
Provide clear expectations for student behavior at recess and lunch for staff, including volunteers, to enforce.
Supervise lunch meal quality and communicate with the meal provider about any problems or concerns
Health/Nurse and Front Office Oversight
Supervise the health office and ensure compliance with Colorado law and CSI policies
Ensure that the Health Tech is supported in working with the contracted Nurse
Review, submit or approve purchase requests for health office supplies as necessary
Oversee and manage Purchasing Specialist and Inventory Specialist
Supervise front office receptionist and front desk team
Manage and oversee PTO activities and communications
Information Technology Systems and Maintenance
Oversee functionality and operability of all technology systems including printers, computer, phones, radios, etc.
Work with IT vendor to ensure they are meeting school needs
Support staff needs with IT problems as they arise
Membership on the Executive Team
Provide non-academic leadership for the school as a member of the school leadership team
Track high-priority initiatives for the headmaster to predict and solve potential obstacles in the non-academic areas of the school
Offer feedback on other initiatives of the school, and problem-solving issues as they arise
Support members of the school leadership team as needed
Requirements
Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
Experience in management and operations.
Familiarity with school/organizational security not required but preferred
Experience with IT infrastructure and usage.
Record of achievement in operations leadership preferred.
Exceptional organizational skills and experienced management skills.
Management experience in facilities and auxiliary departments.
Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer
Must be able to supervise outdoor duties
Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:
Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.
Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.
Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.
Our company participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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