Senior Director of Western NY Operations
Bricknewark, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Position Summary
The Senior Director of Western New York Operations will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation of BRICK’s school and regional office functions in the Western New York region. This individual will serve as the backbone of day‑to‑day logistics, compliance, and administrative systems, enabling school and program staff to focus on instruction and student success. Reporting to the Chief Administration Officer, the Senior Director of Western New York Operations will partner closely with school leadership and central BRICK teams to build and maintain efficient, mission‑aligned systems that support sustainable growth.
Regional Facility Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for regional facilities issues, liaising with property managers, contractors, and IT support personnel
Design and implement a long‑term facility plan for Western New York
Plan for long‑term capital improvements and life‑cycle management of assets
Oversee expansion, renovation, and relocation projects in the region
Oversee compliance and reporting related to state and local regulations, health and safety, and school governance
Coordinate with school leadership and gather their input to inform facility management decisions
Regional Board Leadership
Recruit, onboard, and cultivate a diverse, mission‑aligned regional board; foster meaningful board engagement and stewardship
Support effective board operations and ensure alignment between regional board activities and organizational strategy and priorities
Mobilize board members as ambassadors to advance organizational visibility, partnerships, and recruitment goals
Maintain records and serve as the Board Secretary
Authorizer Relationships
Build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with charter authorizers, serving as the primary point of contact to foster trust and collaboration
Ensure timely and accurate submission of all authorizer‑required reports, data, and compliance documentation; proactively communicate progress and address concerns
Lead preparations for charter renewals, site visits, and performance reviews; align internal stakeholders to meet or exceed authorizer standards and expectations
District Relationships
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with district leaders and key stakeholders to advance shared goals
Facilitate effective communication and coordination on operational matters (enrollment, facilities, health, transportation, special education, accountability), ensuring compliance with all relevant district and state policies
Submission similar to the NY state request
Other duties
Travel between sites in Buffalo and Rochester as needed to fulfill the above responsibilities
Attend any network‑wide meetings, events, or other relevant engagements in New Jersey as requested
Support with regional student recruitment
Qualifications
5+ years of operations, administration, or project management experience, ideally in a school, nonprofit, or mission‑driven setting
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with a track record of managing multiple priorities
Proactive, resourceful, and detail‑oriented with excellent follow‑through
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Comfort with data systems, spreadsheets, and operational tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Excel, Trello, etc.)
Commitment to BRICK’s mission and core values
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in or with schools, particularly in charter or public education
Familiarity with New York State education regulations and compliance requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
$80,750 - $123,250 a year
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Regional Facility Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for regional facilities issues, liaising with property managers, contractors, and IT support personnel
Design and implement a long‑term facility plan for Western New York
Plan for long‑term capital improvements and life‑cycle management of assets
Oversee expansion, renovation, and relocation projects in the region
Oversee compliance and reporting related to state and local regulations, health and safety, and school governance
Coordinate with school leadership and gather their input to inform facility management decisions
Regional Board Leadership
Recruit, onboard, and cultivate a diverse, mission‑aligned regional board; foster meaningful board engagement and stewardship
Support effective board operations and ensure alignment between regional board activities and organizational strategy and priorities
Mobilize board members as ambassadors to advance organizational visibility, partnerships, and recruitment goals
Maintain records and serve as the Board Secretary
Authorizer Relationships
Build and maintain strong, transparent relationships with charter authorizers, serving as the primary point of contact to foster trust and collaboration
Ensure timely and accurate submission of all authorizer‑required reports, data, and compliance documentation; proactively communicate progress and address concerns
Lead preparations for charter renewals, site visits, and performance reviews; align internal stakeholders to meet or exceed authorizer standards and expectations
District Relationships
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with district leaders and key stakeholders to advance shared goals
Facilitate effective communication and coordination on operational matters (enrollment, facilities, health, transportation, special education, accountability), ensuring compliance with all relevant district and state policies
Submission similar to the NY state request
Other duties
Travel between sites in Buffalo and Rochester as needed to fulfill the above responsibilities
Attend any network‑wide meetings, events, or other relevant engagements in New Jersey as requested
Support with regional student recruitment
Qualifications
5+ years of operations, administration, or project management experience, ideally in a school, nonprofit, or mission‑driven setting
Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with a track record of managing multiple priorities
Proactive, resourceful, and detail‑oriented with excellent follow‑through
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
Comfort with data systems, spreadsheets, and operational tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Excel, Trello, etc.)
Commitment to BRICK’s mission and core values
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in or with schools, particularly in charter or public education
Familiarity with New York State education regulations and compliance requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
$80,750 - $123,250 a year
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