Director of School Operations

Job Title: Director of School Operations Department: School Operations Reports To: Assistant Superintendent of School Operations Compensation: BG-11 Number of Days: 12 Months Security Access: District FLSA: Exempt Oklahoma Teacher’s Retirement: Mandatory Participation Bargaining Unit: N/A Funding Source: District Paid Last Revised Date: March 5, 2026 Mission: Our students lead through literacy, are empowered through experience, and contribute to their community. Vision: Tulsa Public Schools honors the diversity, creativity, and passion of our students, elevating every student to be designers of their destiny. Core Values: Our core values guide how we work and interact with each other at every level of the organization. We embrace and embody these values every day: ● Equity: We know that our diversity is a community treasure, and we are committed to dismantling practices and systems that perpetuate inequalities, being actively anti-bias, anti-racist, and working toward justice and opportunity for all. ● Character: We are honest, trustworthy and have high standards of behavior. We make decisions based on what our students and community need, and we do the right thing even when it is hard. ● Excellence: We work together to give Tulsa the world-class schools it needs and deserves. We expect a lot from one another, and we support one another in achieving our shared, high expectations. ● Team: We care for one another and work together to celebrate success, learn from struggles, and work to help every team member be their best selves. ● Joy: Joy at school and at work makes us more productive, because when we create, innovate, and imagine, our motivation grows. Also, we love to have fun! 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 ● Advise district leadership on operational risk, compliance considerations, and system performance ● Collaborate with school leaders and district departments to ensure consistent implementation of operational systems Minimum Qualifications: Education: ● 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 preferred ● Experience supporting operational systems in large organizations or school districts preferred Licenses and Certifications: ● Valid Oklahoma driver’s license required Knowledge and Skills: ● Strong strategic systems thinking and operational planning skills ● Ability to manage complex, high-risk operational initiatives ● 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 Responsibilities and Essential Functions: The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions. ● Develop and implement districtwide operational strategies aligned with board priorities and district strategic goals ● Lead the design and coordination of operational frameworks that support safety, compliance, and effective school operations ● Ensure alignment across safety initiatives, operational policies, accreditation requirements, and related district systems ● Advise district leadership on operational risk, compliance considerations, and system performance ● Oversee safety and prevention initiatives aligned with district standards and regulatory requirements ● Manage operational vendor contracts and oversee related budgets to ensure effective service delivery and fiscal accountability ● Establish and monitor key performance indicators for operational effectiveness and system performance ● Collaborate with school leaders and district departments to ensure operational systems are implemented consistently across schools ● Serve as a liaison between operational teams, school leaders, and district leadership to coordinate operational initiatives and address systemic challenges ● Lead cross-functional teams responsible for implementing operational initiatives and district operational priorities ● Provide leadership and direction to assigned operational staff and support development of operational capacity within the department ● Analyze operational data and feedback to identify opportunities for system improvement and increased efficiency ● Support continuous improvement of operational systems to strengthen school safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness ● Perform other duties as assigned in support of district operational priorities Customer Contacts: ● Internal: District staff, school administrators, operational leaders, and support teams ● External: Community partners, vendors, and organizations supporting district operational initiatives Supervisory Responsibility: ● Directly supervises assigned School Operations staff and provides cross-functional leadership and coordination across operational teams in support of district priorities. Working and Physical Conditions: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Exposure to the following conditions may range from rare to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable.  ● Work performed in district offices, school sites, and operational environments ● Frequent travel to district school sites and operational locations ● Participation in meetings, operational planning sessions, and district leadership activities ● Occasional evening or weekend work to support operational needs or district initiatives ● Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communication systems Tulsa Public Schools is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team of individuals who contribute to the district's mission with their talents, skills, and energy. Tulsa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin , sex, sexual orientation, gender expression , gender identity, pregnancy , disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, age , or any other classification protected by applicable law. Tulsa Public Schools also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application process, please contact the district's ADA Coordinator at ada@tulsaschools.org. You can also direct your request for accommodation in writing via mail to the Tulsa Public Schools Education Service Center, Attn: ADA Coordinator, 3027 S. New Haven Ave., Tulsa, OK 74114-6131.