School Operations Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Administrative Management

• Oversee and coordinate all school administrative operations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and national education policies and regulations.
• Manage the school calendar, including holidays, parent-teacher conferences, exams, and other key events.
• Maintain student and staff records, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
• Oversee admissions, enrollment, and student registration processes.

2. Facility and Resource Management

• Ensure the school building, classrooms, and grounds are well-maintained, clean, and safe.
• Work with maintenance teams for the upkeep of facilities (e.g., repairs, renovations, security measures).
• Oversee inventory management for school supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Coordinate logistics for events such as sports, cultural programs, and examinations.

3. Financial Management

• Prepare and manage the school’s operational budget, ensuring that expenses stay within approved limits.
• Manage school contracts with vendors, including catering, transportation, and security services.
• Monitor cash flow, process invoices, and manage billing for extracurricular activities, school trips, etc.
• Work closely with the finance department on payroll, financial planning, and purchasing.

4. Human Resources and Staffing

• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and training of non-academic staff.
• Manage the performance appraisal process for administrative and support staff.
• Develop and implement policies for staff leave, attendance, and disciplinary procedures.
• Ensure staff compliance with school policies and regulations.
• Foster a positive working environment and handle conflict resolution between staff members.

5. Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure the school is compliant with health and safety regulations, such as fire safety, first aid, and sanitation.
• Organize safety drills and ensure the readiness of safety equipment.
• Develop policies for student welfare and ensure the implementation of health and safety programs.
• Monitor security measures to safeguard students and staff.

6. Communication and Coordination

• Serve as a liaison between the school and external parties, including parents, vendors, and government authorities.
• Facilitate effective communication between academic and non-academic departments.
• Coordinate meetings, including administrative meetings, staff meetings, and parent-teacher meetings.
• Handle escalations from parents or staff and provide resolutions.

7. Strategic Planning and Improvement

• Collaborate with the school leadership team to develop strategic goals and objectives.
• Identify areas for improvement in operational efficiency and implement solutions.
• Prepare regular reports on school operations and performance metrics for school leadership.
• Support in the long-term planning of resources, facilities, and staff development.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Education Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an administrative or operations role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of educational regulations and compliance.
• Proficiency in financial management and budgeting.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹17,065.66 - ₹62,228.63 per month

Work Location: In person