The Marcy Lab School, Director of Operations

ORGANIZATION

At The Marcy Lab School, we provide a rigorous yet affordable college alternative that propels underestimated young people into the financially-rewarding, purpose-driven tech careers of their dreams. We build the engineering expertise, critical thinking skills, leadership qualities, and the network that our fellows need to become their best selves, serve their communities, and thrive within an evolving tech sector.

As a member of the Marcy Lab team, you are integral to this mission, as outlined in more depth below. This “Roles and Responsibilities” document aims to clearly define your role and prioritize your responsibilities, while also articulating the goals you’ll work towards this year to best support Marcy Lab’s mission, your team’s collective efforts, and your own individual growth. In addition to the responsibilities and goals outlined below, we also expect that all members of the Marcy Lab team will approach their work staff, fellows, and partners in alignment with our Pillars of Character:

• Ingenious Curiosity
• We are wildly talented, yet also have a world of brilliance and potential to unlock. Our passion for thinking and figuring it out will always guide us in the right direction, and we will leave no stone unturned to solve problems and build solutions. When we get lost, curiosity can bring us home;
• Collective Responsibility 
• We care deeply for each other and are beholden to our networks and communities. We are responsible to them as much as to ourselves, in our daily work, in our future aspirations, and in our ultimate solutions. We are in this together, and we carry this value with us wherever we go;
• Bold Ambition
• Our goals are audacious because we refuse to sell ourselves short. While we will experience failure, doubt, and fatigue, we will persist because we see where we want to go and are 100% committed to getting there. There is no turning back;
• Tough Love
• No matter the circumstances, we are worthy of love and hard work, and will push ourselves to do the wholehearted labor of stepping into our own power. We deserve every opportunity to realize success, wealth, and solutions for ourselves and our communities;
• Unwavering Discipline
• We hold ourselves accountable to a relentlessly high bar day in and day out, in ways big and small.

To learn more about The Marcy Lab School, please visit https://www.marcylabschool.org/. 

OPPORTUNITY

The Director of Operations is instrumental in weaving the operational fabric of Marcy Lab School, ensuring our systems, facilities, resources, and culture coalesce to foster an environment where education thrives and community bonds strengthen. This role demands a blend of strategic oversight, meticulous planning, and a heartfelt commitment to our school's mission and values.

This role will manage two part-time Operations Associates. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Director of Operations, your key responsibilities include:

• Manage School-Wide Systems and Data to Drive Academic Outcomes (40%)
• Develop and maintain robust systems for tracking attendance, course scheduling, and academic performance, ensuring the seamless operation of our educational programs;
• Oversee the management of a comprehensive schoolwide grade book and graduation requirements, making data accessible to relevant teams to inform teaching and interventions;
• Champion the use of data analytics to provide actionable insights that drive continuous improvement in academic and operational effectiveness.
• Lead Facilities Management and Operations to Ensure a Safe, Productive, and Inclusive Campus and Office Environment (30%)
• Manage a dedicated team of part-time associates responsible for the daily upkeep and maintenance of our campus, ensuring all spaces are conducive to learning and collaboration;
• Negotiate and manage contracts with external vendors to maintain the cleanliness and supply of our facilities while upholding safety and compliance standards;
• Implement training programs for students and staff to promote the responsible use of our facilities, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.
• Foster School Culture and Community Engagement Through Meaningful Events and Initiatives (20%)
• Design and execute landmark school-wide events such as Graduation, Demo Day, and New Student Orientation, creating memorable experiences that celebrate our community's achievements.
• Design and lead events for our student community that promote wellness and celebrate the diverse identities reflected in our student body.
• Coordinate staff community-building events, nurturing a team culture that values togetherness, collaboration, and mutual support.
• Lead School-Wide Resource Management and Strategic Budgeting (10%)
• Manage the overall budget for the Fellowship Team, working closely with the Finance Team to ensure resources are allocated efficiently and aligned with strategic priorities;
• Lead procurement processes, overseeing the acquisition of essential materials and resources required for the smooth operation of school programs;
• Regularly review financial allocations and expenditures, adjusting plans as necessary to maximize the impact of resources on student success and operational efficiency.

Requirements

PRIORITIES

A successful first year in the Director of Operations role will require an audit of Marcy Lab’s key facilities and Fellowship program systems (e.g. facilities maintenance, tech equipment, classroom supplies, weekly schedule and academic calendar, student arrival and dismissal, attendance, gradebook, and data analysis), a prioritization based on strengths and needs, and then updating, revising, and maintaining the key systems to support our Fellowship's key priorities for this year.

You can learn more about Marcy Lab’s current program here.

Benefits

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This role is scoped at Marcy Lab’s Director level. Year One Directors make $118,168. 

You can learn more about our compensation system and how this salary grows over time here: 

In addition, all full time roles at Marcy receive the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Employer-Sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans;
• 20 Days for Paid Vacation;
• Company-Wide Closures for 14 Days per Year (during Winter Break and Summer Break);
• Initial Home Office Setup Budget of $1,000;
• Annual Professional Development Allowance of $1,000;
• Observance of Federal Holidays with Paid Leave

More details can be provided upon request.

The Marcy Lab School is an equal-opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications to perform the work required. #ZH-LI1