Operations & Project Manager

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!

Posting Information: We are currently hiring for a Operations & Project Manager at the Central Office. Individual interested in growing their leadership and technical skills for career advancement in Human Resources are encouraged to apply.

Interview Process: If selected for an interview, you will be invited to complete an Asynchronous Virtual Interview, which should be completed within 48 hours of the invitation for best consideration. Candidates chosen for a second round interview will participate in an in-person interview at a date to be determined. For best consideration, qualified candidates should apply no later than September 13, 2026.

Schedule: 260 days per year (inclusive of holidays), 8 hours per day, M-F

Location: Central Office

Salary
: $120,398 - $143,027 annually, depending on experience.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefits: 13 paid holidays; 12 sick leave days, 5 days bereavement leave per occurrence; 25 days of vacation per year; ability to cash out up to 5 unused vacation days per year; health insurance benefits through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employee and eligible dependents. Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS);

other fringe benefits as allowed under the School Board Policies and Procedures.

Job Summary: This position is responsible for independently leading complex, cross-functional work that affects district operations and teaching and learning initiatives. The position is expected to exercise substantial independent judgment, develop recommendations for executive consideration, make decisions within delegated authority, and assume ownership of projects and operational outcomes. Assignments are generally provided in terms of desired objectives rather than detailed methods or procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, education, organizational leadership, project management, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to pass a Federal criminal background check.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in project management, organizational operations, process improvement, public administration, or a related field, preferred (not required).
• Experience independently managing complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Experience analyzing operational issues, using data to evaluate options, and making recommendations to leadership.
• Experience developing or improving organizational processes, procedures, or systems.
• Experience in handling confidential or sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, spreadsheets, project-tracking systems, and document-management tools.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop and draft exceptional communications to a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently under broad direction and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to analyze information, assess risks, make timely decisions, and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to take calculated risks and accept accountability for decisions and results.
• Ability to lead cross-functional work and achieve results without relying on formal authority.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and other complex information.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees, administrators, executive leaders, and community members.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise…