Director of Operations 2026-27

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS. 

The Director of Operations (DOO) will work closely with the Chief of Staff and the School Leadership Team to achieve operational success at Ambition Prep. The Director of Operations is a member of the organization’s business leadership team, and is responsible for operational quality, strategic quality focused on innovation efficiency, and implementation of best practices. Operational quality is a determinant of the success of Ambition Prep and our students. The DOO ensures that all school staff are using their limited time and resources in the most efficient manner possible; that the physical space and environment facilitate and enhance excellent teaching and learning; that obstacles to academic achievement are anticipated and avoided; and that staff, students, and families are able to maintain focus on learning and growth in every moment. The DOO manages other operations team members to support Ambition Prep in fulfilling its mission.

Management:

• →Manage various members and leaders of the Ambition Prep operations and administrative teams, including but not limited to the Deans of Academic Operations, Office Managers, Facility Manager, and Family Coordinator, Graphic Designer.
• →Build the capacity of the Ambition Prep team through consistent delegation and coaching. 
• →Manage external vendors, including but not limited to nursing, security, maintenance, digital technology, technology, landscaping, assessment, community organizations, and others. 

• →Bachelor's degree required, (Master’s degree preferred)
• →Background check passed, required
• →Strong computer skills, including Google Suite, Excel, required
• →Experience supervising individuals and teams, required
• →Experience in working with teams and individuals to meet specific and strategic outcomes

• →Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job
• →Alignment with Ambition Prep’s mission;  demonstrated belief in the ability of low-income children to excel academically and the ability of schools to be the drivers of that success.