Associate / Manager of Specialty Operations

Zeta Charter Schools

• $70K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
  • Background working in schools
  • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems
  • Familiarity with AI or automation tools for operational efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of specialty programming including enrollment and logistics
  • Design systems for scalability across schools
  • Track data on enrollment and outcomes to enhance programming
  • Collaborate with school operations teams to ensure smooth program execution
  • Serve as the primary operational contact for schools
  • Coordinate with vendors to deliver quality programming
  • Represent specialty programming with confidence in various settings
  • Support team members and adapt to new projects as opportunities arise

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical and commuter expenses
  • 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Monthly wellness stipend for lifestyle expenses
  • Live therapy sessions and mental health support through Talkspace
  • MacBook Air and monthly mobile phone reimbursement
  • Fully stocked teacher workrooms
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Community building practices and mindfulness programming
Full Job Description
Deliver powerful results

To achieve our vision, we are searching for a talented Associate or Manager of Specialty Operations with a Bachelor's degree, and at least 2 years of experience, with a proven track record of designing and executing efficient systems and ensuring programs run seamlessly at scale. The ideal candidate will be passionate about equitable access to world-class learning opportunities for specialty programming and will have a service-oriented mindset to support our growing network of schools with day-to-day operations. We are open to hiring at the Associate or Manager level; title and compensation will be determined after assessment of experience, skills, and competencies.

Zeta's specialty program is a cornerstone of our next-generation school design that engages students in whole child learning through participation in specialty programs such as Music, Taekwondo, Soccer, Chess, Art, Dance, Orchestra, Performing Arts, Athletics, Basketball, Pre-K Specialty, and more.

Specialty activities are the mechanism for students to come to know and challenge themselves. Through specialty activities, students express their sense of self long before they can articulate this sense with words. It is where work is play, where students are willing to put in more work than they might otherwise in pursuit of their goals and of excellence. Big obstacles become fun to tackle; students then learn to think critically about problems, to be creative, to innovate, to problem-solve, to stop at nothing to reach their aims. They learn and practice grit over and over again. Their identity begins to form around these efforts and resultant accomplishments, and they develop character and confidence.

The ideal candidate will bring:
  • Background working in schools
  • Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems
  • Experience using AI or automation tools to improve operational efficiency

Responsibilities:
  • Own the day-to-day operations of Zeta's specialty programming, managing enrollment, schedules, procurement, inventorying, logistics, and communications with precision
  • Design and refine systems and structures that make specialty programming consistent and scalable across all schools
  • Manage data effectively by tracking enrollment, usage, and outcomes in spreadsheets and dashboards, and surfacing insights to continuously improve programming
  • Collaborate closely with school-based operations teams (SBOT), Operations Directors, and school leaders to ensure programming runs smoothly at every school
  • Serve as the first point of contact for schools on operational questions regarding our specialty programs, and surface feedback to address across the organization
  • Coordinate with external vendors and partners to deliver excellent programming that expands opportunities for students
  • Represent specialty programming with clarity and confidence, bringing strong organizational presence when interfacing with leaders, staff, and vendors
  • Wear multiple hats as a part of a lean scale-up team, supporting the work of others on the team and taking on new projects and tasks as needed
Join our purpose-driven community

Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together. Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta:
  • We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
  • We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
  • We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them
  • We are humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment
  • We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details
  • We are caring and put team over individual at all times

We are hiring for an immediate opening and onboarding on a rolling basis. The salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $100,000. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary at or near the start of the range, depending on relevant educational leadership experience and internal equity. This position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary, merit-based performance bonus.
How does Zeta invest in you?

We offer great benefits:
  • Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
  • 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings
  • Competitive compensation

We provide awesome perks:
  • Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses (Gym memberships, salon appointments, concerts - it's up to you!)
  • 4 live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace, and a free Headspace subscription
  • MacBook Air, and specified monthly reimbursement for use of mobile phone
  • Fully stocked teacher workrooms with favorite snacks and Nespresso machine
  • Zeta swag, team outings, and NYC's finest sweet treats
  • Books for professional development

We care deeply about your personal and professional growth:
  • Clear pathway to professional growth
  • Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates
  • Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
  • Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming
Apply Now!

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