Manager of Operations
Applicants for this job must demonstrate fluency in oral and written English and Spanish.
We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.
But we are so much more than this.
During the 2024-2025 school year, RMP is driving after five big goals:
- 85% Staff Retention
- 100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading
- 100% of seniors accepted into college
- 40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goal
- RMP meets its network enrollment goal
Role Mission
The Manager of Operations (MOO) will lead the execution of operational systems at the campus and network level to ensure smooth day-to-day school functioning. The MOO will report to the Managing Director of Network and School Operations, but will parter closely with members of the network operations team and school leadership. Responsibilities include project management, compliance, data management, student recruitment, school scheduling, supporting school front office vacancies, and other duties as assigned.
The MOO will serve as the bridge between school-based staff and central support teams (HR, finance, IT, facilities), directly supporting goals related to student persistence, attendance, enrollment, and campus safety.
In this role, you will…
Operational Leadership & Project Management- Support and develop network-wide initiatives around Operational Excellence
- Partner with school leaders and regional director of operations to support campus leadership teams and Campus Operations Associates
- Design and facilitate projects as assigned by the Managing Director of Operations
- Directly support Campus Operations Associates in development and coaching.
- Create and lead professional development for operations personnel across all campuses.
- Collaborate with Regional Director of Operations for coverage support
- Own onboarding of new operations staff
- Supports Emergency Management response and procedures
- Manages health/safety compliance and state/city education regulations in partnership with the Manager of Operational Partnership
- Supports and develops systems of procedures for network and school-based operations
- Provide logistical support for campus events, family conferences, and school celebrations.
- Support student recruitment efforts and enrollment strategy execution.
- Partner with district and charter networks to ensure compliance with funding metrics (e.g., October Count).
- Collaborate with school leadership on vision execution, operational priority-setting, and cultural systems.
- Other duties as assigned by the Managing Director of Operations
Competencies
- An unwavering customer service mindset and the ability to project it authentically.
- A proven track record of results in achieving organizational goals and in using data to do so
- Broad subject matter expertise in charter school operations, including emergency procedures, student attendance, recruitment/enrollment, school budgeting, district and vendor relations and management, and more.
- High level of competence in the basics of project management
- Maintain a calm and even-keeled disposition when faced with multiple competing priorities and emotional stakeholders
- An intuitive understanding of the “Ops role” in service to the academic program and to our communities.
- Ability to manage “up, down, and around,” leveraging influence and not titular authority to get things done.
- Able to receive data-driven coaching, observations, and implementing feedback to improve outcomes
- Understanding that good operations people find ways to say yes instead of reasons to say no.
- Ability to balance reactiveness to emergent circumstances against the maintenance of a laser focus on goals and outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- three+ years in charter school operations
- 2-3 years of direct managerial experience (preferred)
- Ability to travel to and work in different sites across the Denver metro area each week
- Spanish (required)
- Excel Proficient
All Network Support Team Staff at Rocky Mountain Prep will:
- Own their outcomes and demonstrate high personal responsibility by setting high expectations, using data to guide their daily actions, maximizing time in service of our students, families, and staff, and demonstrating a commitment to helping us achieve our Big Five goals.
- Take ownership of your professional growth by actively engaging in regular coaching, being open to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Resist the urge to make excuses when things do not go well and take accountability, particularly regarding our students, families, and staff.
- Be punctual and prepared for all meetings, presentations, coaching sessions, and other professional obligations, being the model of applying rigor and love to everything we do.
- Build your schedule around the needs of our schools, keeping in mind that NST supports the transformative work happening in our schools daily. Demonstrate an openness to responding and serving the work in our schools, regardless of what team you are on.
- Be able to consistently demonstrate how the work you do daily improves the quality of our schools and classrooms for all of our scholars, staff, and families.
- Model and embody RMP’s PEAK values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness) in all interactions with scholars, families, and staff.
- Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the organization to accomplish the work and build a positive and inclusive culture.
- Operate with a level of urgency that reflects our ambitious goals as an organization, ensuring that every resource is being used to bring us closer to achieving our Concept Essence.
- Participate in and contribute to network-wide initiatives, professional development, and student and staff recruitment efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- three+ years in charter school operations
- 2-3 years of direct managerial experience (preferred)
- Ability to travel to and work in different sites across the Denver metro area each week
- Spanish (required)
- Excel Proficient
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: Full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, and paid time off.
Why RMP?
You are joining a movement at Rocky Mountain Prep, not just a school. Here, you’ll benefit from impactful development and coaching in a community that embraces feedback and prioritizes continuous growth. At RMP, love and high expectations work in tandem, with every staff member dedicated to ensuring our students receive the opportunities they deserve.
RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply Today!
Be a part of this transformative movement in public education in Colorado. Join us in our mission to prepare every student for college and beyond.
Applicants for this job must demonstrate fluency in oral and written English and Spanish.
We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.
But we are so much more than this.
During the 2024-2025 school year, RMP is driving after five big goals:
- 85% Staff Retention
- 100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading
- 100% of seniors accepted into college
- 40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goal
- RMP meets its network enrollment goal
Role Mission
The Manager of Operations (MOO) will lead the execution of operational systems at the campus and network level to ensure smooth day-to-day school functioning. The MOO will report to the Managing Director of Network and School Operations, but will parter closely with members of the network operations team and school leadership. Responsibilities include project management, compliance, data management, student recruitment, school scheduling, supporting school front office vacancies, and other duties as assigned.
The MOO will serve as the bridge between school-based staff and central support teams (HR, finance, IT, facilities), directly supporting goals related to student persistence, attendance, enrollment, and campus safety.
In this role, you will…
Operational Leadership & Project Management- Support and develop network-wide initiatives around Operational Excellence
- Partner with school leaders and regional director of operations to support campus leadership teams and Campus Operations Associates
- Design and facilitate projects as assigned by the Managing Director of Operations
- Directly support Campus Operations Associates in development and coaching.
- Create and lead professional development for operations personnel across all campuses.
- Collaborate with Regional Director of Operations for coverage support
- Own onboarding of new operations staff
- Supports Emergency Management response and procedures
- Manages health/safety compliance and state/city education regulations in partnership with the Manager of Operational Partnership
- Supports and develops systems of procedures for network and school-based operations
- Provide logistical support for campus events, family conferences, and school celebrations.
- Support student recruitment efforts and enrollment strategy execution.
- Partner with district and charter networks to ensure compliance with funding metrics (e.g., October Count).
- Collaborate with school leadership on vision execution, operational priority-setting, and cultural systems.
- Other duties as assigned by the Managing Director of Operations
Competencies
- An unwavering customer service mindset and the ability to project it authentically.
- A proven track record of results in achieving organizational goals and in using data to do so
- Broad subject matter expertise in charter school operations, including emergency procedures, student attendance, recruitment/enrollment, school budgeting, district and vendor relations and management, and more.
- High level of competence in the basics of project management
- Maintain a calm and even-keeled disposition when faced with multiple competing priorities and emotional stakeholders
- An intuitive understanding of the “Ops role” in service to the academic program and to our communities.
- Ability to manage “up, down, and around,” leveraging influence and not titular authority to get things done.
- Able to receive data-driven coaching, observations, and implementing feedback to improve outcomes
- Understanding that good operations people find ways to say yes instead of reasons to say no.
- Ability to balance reactiveness to emergent circumstances against the maintenance of a laser focus on goals and outcomes.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- three+ years in charter school operations
- 2-3 years of direct managerial experience (preferred)
- Ability to travel to and work in different sites across the Denver metro area each week
- Spanish (required)
- Excel Proficient
All Network Support Team Staff at Rocky Mountain Prep will:
- Own their outcomes and demonstrate high personal responsibility by setting high expectations, using data to guide their daily actions, maximizing time in service of our students, families, and staff, and demonstrating a commitment to helping us achieve our Big Five goals.
- Take ownership of your professional growth by actively engaging in regular coaching, being open to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Resist the urge to make excuses when things do not go well and take accountability, particularly regarding our students, families, and staff.
- Be punctual and prepared for all meetings, presentations, coaching sessions, and other professional obligations, being the model of applying rigor and love to everything we do.
- Build your schedule around the needs of our schools, keeping in mind that NST supports the transformative work happening in our schools daily. Demonstrate an openness to responding and serving the work in our schools, regardless of what team you are on.
- Be able to consistently demonstrate how the work you do daily improves the quality of our schools and classrooms for all of our scholars, staff, and families.
- Model and embody RMP’s PEAK values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness) in all interactions with scholars, families, and staff.
- Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the organization to accomplish the work and build a positive and inclusive culture.
- Operate with a level of urgency that reflects our ambitious goals as an organization, ensuring that every resource is being used to bring us closer to achieving our Concept Essence.
- Participate in and contribute to network-wide initiatives, professional development, and student and staff recruitment efforts.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- three+ years in charter school operations
- 2-3 years of direct managerial experience (preferred)
- Ability to travel to and work in different sites across the Denver metro area each week
- Spanish (required)
- Excel Proficient
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: Full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, and paid time off.
Why RMP?
You are joining a movement at Rocky Mountain Prep, not just a school. Here, you’ll benefit from impactful development and coaching in a community that embraces feedback and prioritizes continuous growth. At RMP, love and high expectations work in tandem, with every staff member dedicated to ensuring our students receive the opportunities they deserve.
RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Apply Today!
Be a part of this transformative movement in public education in Colorado. Join us in our mission to prepare every student for college and beyond.