Vice President of Operations

Location: Milwaukee, WI (Multiple Campuses)

Company: Multi-Campus School in Milwaukee

Recruiter: Bloom Talent Solutions

About Us

A distinguished multi-campus school in Milwaukee serving over 750 students across three locations, they are dedicated to fostering academic excellence, operational innovation, and community transformation.

Position Overview

The Vice President of Operations ensures seamless day-to-day operations for all campuses, driving efficiency, safety, and strategic growth. This role focuses on facilities management, staff coordination, compliance, and resource optimization while partnering with leadership to align operations with the school’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Strategy: Develop and execute efficient operational systems to support the school’s growth and mission across campuses.
• Staff Coordination: Manage schedules for maintenance and support staff to ensure effective resource allocation and operational coverage.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforce safety protocols, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with regulations to maintain a secure environment for students and staff.
• Facility Oversight: Lead maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements, collaborating with vendors for cost-effective solutions.
• Budget Management: Oversee the operations budget, optimize resource use, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with leadership to implement long-term operational enhancements that support academic and administrative goals.
• Performance Reporting: Monitor KPIs and present insights on safety, budget adherence, and operational effectiveness to leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in operations management, preferably in educational or multi-site environments. Proven track record in facilities oversight and team leadership.
• Leadership: Strong ability to lead and develop teams in a dynamic environment.
• Bilingual (Preferred): Spanish proficiency is highly desirable.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of building systems, safety compliance, and operational tools (G-Suite, Microsoft Office).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Business Administration, Facilities Management, or related fields.
• Strategic Mindset: Innovative problem solver with a data-driven approach.

Why Join?

• Impact: Shape a thriving environment where students reach their full potential.
• Growth: Enjoy professional development opportunities in a collaborative setting.
• Mission-Driven: Be part of a team passionate about education, innovation, and community transformation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Salary: $80k - $100k+ salary plus bonus
• Performance Bonus: Potential for a bonus based on branch performance metrics.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k (with match), PTO, etc.