Chief Operations Officer
Company: School on Wheels
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Description: School on Wheels is a nonprofit organization that
aims to enhance educational opportunities for children -
kindergarten through twelfth grade without a home. Since 1993, our
mission has been to shrink educational gaps and provide students
with the highest quality education possible. Job Summary: The Chief
Operations Officer will report to the Executive Director. This
position is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective
financial, operational, program, and regional activities of School
on Wheels (SOW). This includes management of the regional teams,
Skid Row Learning Center, coordinating with the Leadership Team in
program development and fund development, overseeing financial
management, human resources, and all office administration.
Approximately 7-10 years of experience in increasing responsibility
in business, operational, financial, and management experience in
the nonprofit sector. Applicant Must Live In Los Angeles Major
Responsibilities: As a member of the Leadership Team, provide input
to the Executive Director in the development of SOW's strategic
plans, policies and budgets. Leadership Team Work with the
Executive Director to ensure the organization's ability to
successfully fulfill its mission in the future. Interact with and
guide functional leadership team to achieve SOW's strategic plan
and goals. Work with the Leadership Team to build and lead staff to
strengthen and support School on Wheels' programmatic, financial,
funding, and operational goals. Act as Executive Director in their
absence, with assistance from the Executive Advisor. Regional
Management Work with the Executive Director and Director, Students
and Volunteers to manage all regional teams geographically assigned
in six counties in Southern California. Establish annual goals and
objectives based on the strategic plan: set the tone and motivation
to achieve those goals, evaluate results and performance, and hold
teams accountable for those achievements. Manage Director,
Students, and Volunteers overseeing all SOW regional, volunteer,
and student coordinators. Oversee and ensure the Skid Row Learning
Center (SRLC) remains a vibrant learning environment and facility
suitable for foundation and funder site visits. Work closely with
leadership team to strategically plan and facilitate engaging and
informative site visits for individuals, corporations, and
foundations. Ensure the ongoing maintenance and improvement of the
learning center facility, prioritizing its upkeep to create a
welcoming and functional environment for all stakeholders.
Financial Management & Administration Coordinate with Executive
Advisor to manage budgeting and financial reporting, compile the
organization functional budget, employ strategies to safeguard
assets, and ensure appropriate cash flow. Analyze and oversee
monthly financial reports (P&L; Balance Sheet; Operating
Expense; Revenue/Donor) for Board distribution. Maintain accurate
records of School on Wheels' operating expenses and income and
review monthly budget variance reports. Oversee bookkeeper's role
in managing payroll, accounts payables, and receivables. Work with
accountant/auditor to generate year-end financial statement and tax
returns. Oversee general operations/administration activities to
ensure efficiency and economy, including facilities and equipment
maintenance, purchasing, material donations, telecommunications,
technology, office systems. Fund Development Work with the
Executive Advisor, Chief Development Officer, and Grants Manager to
ensure adequate funding is in place to meet School on Wheels'
mission, programs, and organizational goals. Coordinate with
Executive Advisor, Grants Manager, and Grant Writer to identify and
prepare foundation grant applications, reports, and budgets.
Program Management Work with Program staff to ensure the
development, implementation and evaluation of programs and plans
that reflect organizational and program priorities. Coordinate with
Program staff to ensure programmatic excellence, rigorous program
evaluation, and consistent program quality. People Management In
coordination with the Executive Director and Leadership Team,
promote a culture that reflects School on Wheels' values and create
a positive work environment designed to attract, retain, and
motivate a diverse, talented staff. Coordinate with Executive
Advisor to update and improve the Career Path Program to encourage
continuous learning and development. Manage and enhance the human
resources function. Establish credibility throughout the
organization as an effective listener and problem solver of people
issues. Qualifications: Strong belief in the mission and culture of
School on Wheels. Interest in working for a mission-driven
nonprofit organization and exemplifying SOW's values, integrity and
ethics. Significant operational experience in evaluating,
developing, and implementing organizational policies, systems, and
structures in a nonprofit environment. Superb business acumen and
sound understanding of business strategies, financial planning,
analysis, and budgeting. Successful track record in staff
development, coaching, and mentoring. Ability to inspire teams and
work effectively with people of all levels in the organization.
Accustomed to prioritizing, executing, and achieving results in
lean environments; always ready to engage and lend a hand where
needed. Working with at-risk children and people experiencing
homelessness is a huge plus. Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills are
a definite advantage. Approximately seven to ten years of
increasing responsibility in business, operational, financial, and
management experience in the nonprofit sector. Requirements:
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Keywords: School on Wheels, Los Angeles , Chief Operations Officer, Executive , Los Angeles, California
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