Duties
Director of Operations
The Director of Operations is a senior administrative leader responsible for the planning, direction, and management of the district's operational functions to ensure safe, efficient, and fiscally responsible support of teaching and learning. Reporting to the Superintendent, the Director oversees school finance, transportation, food service, facilities, and district-wide safety. This role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
DEPARTMENT: District Office Administration
CLASSIFICATION: Certified
FLSA CLASS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
EVALUATION: Evaluated by the superintendent. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education's policy on the Evaluation of Professional Personnel, developed pursuant to State law.
School Finance (CSBO)
- Serve as the district’s chief financial operations leader in collaboration with the Superintendent
- Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating and capital budgets; ensure fiscal integrity and transparency
- Oversee accounting, payroll, purchasing, and internal controls consistent with Illinois School Code and ISBE requirements
- Prepare and present financial reports to the Superintendent and Board of Education, including budget status, projections, and long-range financial planning
- Lead levy preparation, audit coordination, grant fiscal compliance, and financial forecasting
- Ensure compliance with GASB standards, state and federal reporting, and audit requirements
Transportation
- Plan, supervise, and evaluate student transportation services to ensure safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance
- Oversee routing, scheduling, fleet management, maintenance, and driver staffing
- Administer transportation contracts and/or in-house operations; manage RFP processes as needed
- Ensure compliance with Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and ISBE transportation regulations
- Address parent and community concerns related to transportation in a timely and professional manner
Food Service
- Oversee the district’s food service program to ensure compliance with USDA, ISBE, and Illinois Department of Public Health regulations
- Ensure fiscal sustainability of the food service program, including budgeting, meal pricing, and participation analysis
- Supervise food service vendors or in-house operations, including contract management and performance monitoring
- Promote nutrition education, student participation, and equitable access to meal programs
Safety and Risk Management
- Lead district-wide safety, security, and emergency preparedness initiatives
- Coordinate crisis response planning, drills, and training in collaboration with administrators and local first responders
- Oversee risk management, insurance programs, claims, and loss prevention strategies
- Ensure compliance with life-safety, environmental, and workplace safety regulations
Facility Management
- Oversee the financial management of Building and Grounds
- Oversee capital improvement projects in consultation with the Director of Buildings and Grounds
- Ensure all procedures are followed with bidding, RFPs, RFIs, and all vendor contracts
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans, capital improvement schedules, and long-range facilities plans
Additional Responsibilities
- Serve as a member of the district administrative team and participate in strategic planning
- Support collective bargaining processes as related to operations departments
- Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations for the Board of Education
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
Salary/Benefits
Full-Time, 12-month administrative
Salary and benefits commensurate with education and experience, in alignment with district administrative guidelines and Board of Education policy.
Salary range: $120,000-$140,000
Additional Notes
Manhattan School District 114 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws
How to Apply
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