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Director of School-Based Services & Operations
Backpack Healthcare | Hybrid
About Backpack Healthcare
Backpack Healthcare is a clinician-led, Medicaid-first behavioral health organization dedicated to making high-quality mental health services accessible to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Through innovative telehealth and community-based programming, we are committed to meeting individuals where they are and helping lighten the emotional load they carry.
We are seeking a strategic, highly organized, and results-driven Director of School-Based Services & Operations to lead the day-to-day operations and continued growth of our school-based behavioral health programs.
Position Overview
The Director of School-Based Services & Operations will oversee the end-to-end operations of Backpack Healthcare's school-based behavioral health programming. This individual will ensure school partnerships are appropriately staffed, programs operate efficiently, grant-funded initiatives meet all reporting and compliance obligations, and program outcomes are effectively measured and evaluated.
Reporting to the VP of Clinical Operations, this position will serve as the primary operational leader for all school-based service sites, working closely with internal leadership, school district partners, grant funders, and cross-functional teams to ensure program effectiveness, sustainability, and impact.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in behavioral health operations, school-based programming, grant management, workforce planning, and data-driven program evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
Program Operations & Strategic Oversight
Oversee the daily operations of all school-based behavioral health programs, ensuring consistent service delivery and operational effectiveness across locations.
Develop, implement, and monitor operational procedures, performance metrics, and KPIs related to staffing coverage, service utilization, and program deliverables.
Manage school-based program budgets in partnership with Finance, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
Build and maintain strong relationships with school district partners, ensuring contractual obligations and operational needs are consistently met.
Identify opportunities to improve program efficiency, service delivery, and long-term sustainability.
Staffing & Workforce Management
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and workforce planning for clinicians and support staff assigned to school-based programs.
Monitor caseloads, staffing ratios, and coverage across school partnerships to maintain appropriate service capacity.
Partner with Human Resources to proactively address staffing shortages, turnover, leaves of absence, and other workforce needs.
Develop and maintain staffing models and projections aligned with school contracts, program needs, and grant requirements.
Grant Management, Reporting & Compliance
Serve as the primary operational contact for grant funders, ensuring timely and accurate submission of programmatic and outcome reports.
Track grant deliverables, milestones, reporting deadlines, and compliance requirements across active funding sources.
Collaborate with Finance and Grants/Development teams on renewal applications, budget reporting, and funder audits.
Establish and maintain documentation and reporting systems that support grant compliance, funder requirements, and program site visits.
Ensure adherence to applicable HIPAA, FERPA, state regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
Program Research, Evaluation & Outcomes
Lead and coordinate research and evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness and impact of school-based behavioral health services.
Partner with clinical leadership to establish, monitor, and analyze program outcome measures.
Translate program data into meaningful reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership, funders, and school partners.
Stay informed on current research, industry trends, and evidence-based practices in school-based behavioral health to support ongoing program development.
Team & Cross-Functional Leadership
Provide direct leadership, guidance, and operational oversight to school-based program staff and coordinators.
Collaborate with Clinical Operations, HR, Finance, Compliance, and other departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards.
Represent school-based services in executive leadership discussions, strategic planning, and organizational initiatives.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-quality service delivery.
Qualifications & Experience
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field preferred.
Active clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMHC, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral health program operations, with at least 3 years in school-based services or comparable community-based programming preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing grant-funded programs, including funder reporting, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
Experience overseeing staffing, workforce planning, and operational functions across multiple sites.
Working knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, and state regulations governing school-based behavioral health services.
Familiarity with grant reporting platforms, outcome measurement tools, and workforce scheduling systems.
Strong financial and budget management skills, including the ability to monitor program expenses and resource allocation.
Ability to interpret program data, establish measurable outcomes, and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent relationship management, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience:
Previous leadership experience within a school-based mental health program, grant-funded nonprofit organization, or multi-site behavioral health operation.
Experience working directly with school districts, community partners, and external funding organizations.
Work Environment & Travel Requirements
This is a hybrid position requiring regular travel to school partner locations to provide operational oversight, support staffing needs, and maintain relationships with school district partners.
Regular local travel to school-based program sites is expected.
Occasional travel for funder meetings, site visits, conferences, or organizational initiatives may be required.
Work will take place across office, school-based, and remote environments.
Standard business hours are generally expected, with occasional flexibility to accommodate school schedules, program needs, and funder deadlines.
Must be comfortable using standard office technology and communicating effectively through in-person meetings, video conferencing, phone, and written correspondence.
Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods and perform standard computer-based responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Why Join Backpack Healthcare?
At Backpack Healthcare, we believe every child, adolescent, and family deserves access to meaningful, compassionate behavioral healthcare. Our work extends beyond the therapy room, and our school-based programs play an important role in bringing services directly into the communities where they are needed most.
As our Director of School-Based Services & Operations, you will have the opportunity to shape and strengthen programs that create measurable community impact, build meaningful school partnerships, and expand access to behavioral healthcare.
If you are a collaborative and strategic leader who is passionate about operational excellence and improving access to mental health services, we would love to hear from you.
Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and wellbeing of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.
Director of School-Based Services & Operations
Backpack Healthcare | Hybrid
About Backpack Healthcare
Backpack Healthcare is a clinician-led, Medicaid-first behavioral health organization dedicated to making high-quality mental health services accessible to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Through innovative telehealth and community-based programming, we are committed to meeting individuals where they are and helping lighten the emotional load they carry.
We are seeking a strategic, highly organized, and results-driven Director of School-Based Services & Operations to lead the day-to-day operations and continued growth of our school-based behavioral health programs.
Position Overview
The Director of School-Based Services & Operations will oversee the end-to-end operations of Backpack Healthcare's school-based behavioral health programming. This individual will ensure school partnerships are appropriately staffed, programs operate efficiently, grant-funded initiatives meet all reporting and compliance obligations, and program outcomes are effectively measured and evaluated.
Reporting to the VP of Clinical Operations, this position will serve as the primary operational leader for all school-based service sites, working closely with internal leadership, school district partners, grant funders, and cross-functional teams to ensure program effectiveness, sustainability, and impact.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in behavioral health operations, school-based programming, grant management, workforce planning, and data-driven program evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
Program Operations & Strategic Oversight
Oversee the daily operations of all school-based behavioral health programs, ensuring consistent service delivery and operational effectiveness across locations.
Develop, implement, and monitor operational procedures, performance metrics, and KPIs related to staffing coverage, service utilization, and program deliverables.
Manage school-based program budgets in partnership with Finance, ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
Build and maintain strong relationships with school district partners, ensuring contractual obligations and operational needs are consistently met.
Identify opportunities to improve program efficiency, service delivery, and long-term sustainability.
Staffing & Workforce Management
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and workforce planning for clinicians and support staff assigned to school-based programs.
Monitor caseloads, staffing ratios, and coverage across school partnerships to maintain appropriate service capacity.
Partner with Human Resources to proactively address staffing shortages, turnover, leaves of absence, and other workforce needs.
Develop and maintain staffing models and projections aligned with school contracts, program needs, and grant requirements.
Grant Management, Reporting & Compliance
Serve as the primary operational contact for grant funders, ensuring timely and accurate submission of programmatic and outcome reports.
Track grant deliverables, milestones, reporting deadlines, and compliance requirements across active funding sources.
Collaborate with Finance and Grants/Development teams on renewal applications, budget reporting, and funder audits.
Establish and maintain documentation and reporting systems that support grant compliance, funder requirements, and program site visits.
Ensure adherence to applicable HIPAA, FERPA, state regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.
Program Research, Evaluation & Outcomes
Lead and coordinate research and evaluation efforts to assess the effectiveness and impact of school-based behavioral health services.
Partner with clinical leadership to establish, monitor, and analyze program outcome measures.
Translate program data into meaningful reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership, funders, and school partners.
Stay informed on current research, industry trends, and evidence-based practices in school-based behavioral health to support ongoing program development.
Team & Cross-Functional Leadership
Provide direct leadership, guidance, and operational oversight to school-based program staff and coordinators.
Collaborate with Clinical Operations, HR, Finance, Compliance, and other departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards.
Represent school-based services in executive leadership discussions, strategic planning, and organizational initiatives.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-quality service delivery.
Qualifications & Experience
Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field preferred.
Active clinical licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMHC, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in behavioral health program operations, with at least 3 years in school-based services or comparable community-based programming preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing grant-funded programs, including funder reporting, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
Experience overseeing staffing, workforce planning, and operational functions across multiple sites.
Working knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, and state regulations governing school-based behavioral health services.
Familiarity with grant reporting platforms, outcome measurement tools, and workforce scheduling systems.
Strong financial and budget management skills, including the ability to monitor program expenses and resource allocation.
Ability to interpret program data, establish measurable outcomes, and communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
Excellent relationship management, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational execution in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience:
Previous leadership experience within a school-based mental health program, grant-funded nonprofit organization, or multi-site behavioral health operation.
Experience working directly with school districts, community partners, and external funding organizations.
Work Environment & Travel Requirements
This is a hybrid position requiring regular travel to school partner locations to provide operational oversight, support staffing needs, and maintain relationships with school district partners.
Regular local travel to school-based program sites is expected.
Occasional travel for funder meetings, site visits, conferences, or organizational initiatives may be required.
Work will take place across office, school-based, and remote environments.
Standard business hours are generally expected, with occasional flexibility to accommodate school schedules, program needs, and funder deadlines.
Must be comfortable using standard office technology and communicating effectively through in-person meetings, video conferencing, phone, and written correspondence.
Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods and perform standard computer-based responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Why Join Backpack Healthcare?
At Backpack Healthcare, we believe every child, adolescent, and family deserves access to meaningful, compassionate behavioral healthcare. Our work extends beyond the therapy room, and our school-based programs play an important role in bringing services directly into the communities where they are needed most.
As our Director of School-Based Services & Operations, you will have the opportunity to shape and strengthen programs that create measurable community impact, build meaningful school partnerships, and expand access to behavioral healthcare.
If you are a collaborative and strategic leader who is passionate about operational excellence and improving access to mental health services, we would love to hear from you.
Backpack Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that the strength of our care depends on the diversity and wellbeing of our team. We celebrate differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical and mental ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, and other traits that make each person unique. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply for any position for which they are qualified and to bring their unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our team.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in director of school operations jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education administration, business, or a related field required
- 3 to 5 years of operations or administrative leadership experience in a school setting
- Experience managing facilities, vendors, and campus safety protocols
- Proficiency in school information systems and operations management software
- Demonstrated ability to build and oversee multi-department school budgets
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal education compliance requirements
Tips for Your Director of School Operations Job Search
Tailor your resume to operational metrics
Hiring committees want to see numbers behind your work. Quantify budget sizes you've managed, student enrollment figures you've supported, and cost reductions you've driven. Vague claims about 'improving operations' won't stand out in a school operations applicant pool.
Highlight compliance and regulatory experience
School operations directors are accountable for health, safety, and state reporting requirements. Call out specific frameworks you've worked within, such as Title I compliance, facilities inspections, or food service regulations. This separates generalist operations candidates from education-specific ones.
Filter openings by school network type
Charter management organizations, traditional public districts, and private school networks each have distinct operational structures and priorities. Identify which environment fits your background and target those postings first so your application speaks directly to what that employer needs.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists director of school operations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a scenario-based interview story bank
School operations interviews frequently use structured behavioral questions about budget crises, facilities emergencies, or staff conflicts. Prepare at least five detailed stories in a situation-action-result format drawn from real school-year challenges, not corporate operations examples.
Negotiate start date around the academic calendar
School operations roles have hard deadlines tied to opening day, so employers often need someone in place before summer ends. If you're negotiating start date, propose a transition that lets you complete onboarding before the school year begins rather than asking to delay into fall.
Director of School Operations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most director of school operationss?
The companies hiring the most director of school operationss right now include Boston University, KIPP New Jersey | Miami, and Legacy Traditional Schools, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Arizona, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban school districts tend to post the highest volume of these roles year-round.
How many director of school operations jobs are remote?
About 50% of director of school operations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the largely on-site nature of campus and facilities oversight. Sub-functions such as district-level policy coordination or multi-site network operations are most likely to include hybrid flexibility, while single-campus roles are almost always fully in-person.
How do you become a director of school operations?
Most directors of school operations start in school administration, facilities management, or district support roles and build toward the position over several years. Earning a bachelor's degree in education administration or business provides the academic foundation, and gaining direct experience managing school budgets, vendor contracts, and compliance reporting is essential. Many candidates also pursue a master's degree or operations-focused certifications to become competitive for senior openings.
Can I get hired as a director of school operations with little experience?
Breaking in with little experience is possible if you've held operations, facilities, or administrative coordinator roles in a school or nonprofit setting, even without the director title. Emphasize any budget responsibility, compliance work, or cross-functional project leadership you've owned. Some charter networks hire candidates from adjacent fields and provide structured management training, making them more accessible entry points than traditional public districts.
What does the director of school operations interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen with a human resources contact, followed by a panel interview with school leadership, department heads, or a district operations team. Finalists are often asked to complete a written case study or operations scenario exercise before a final conversation with a principal or superintendent. Reference checks and background screenings are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to director of school operations jobs?
You can find and apply to director of school operations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target school environment, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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