School Operations Manager Jobs
School Operations Manager jobs are open across K-12 schools, charter networks, higher education, and nonprofit education organizations, at levels from coordinator to director, with specializations in facilities management, compliance and policy, and student services operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The BU Law Communications, Marketing & Graduate Admissions Office seeks an Events and Operations Specialist to support the planning and facilitation of a growing number of events organized within the School of Law. This position will support the Assistant Director of Events and Conferences with the management of high profile events including annual lectures, symposia, and conferences, coordinating room reservations, catering, and technical logistics, and providing day-of support. The Specialist will also manage a portfolio of smaller events independently as assigned by the Assistant Director and will manage the law school room reservation system for event space for internal and external parties. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator who excels at project management, organization, and attention to detail.
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree required, 1-3 years of experience, strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with Excel, budget management, and Wordpress website management preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
In accordance with the Local 2324 collective bargaining agreement, this job will be open to internal applicants only for the first week of posting. Current L2324 represented employees, click here for information on how to apply for this position.
The BU Law Communications, Marketing & Graduate Admissions Office seeks an Events and Operations Specialist to support the planning and facilitation of a growing number of events organized within the School of Law. This position will support the Assistant Director of Events and Conferences with the management of high profile events including annual lectures, symposia, and conferences, coordinating room reservations, catering, and technical logistics, and providing day-of support. The Specialist will also manage a portfolio of smaller events independently as assigned by the Assistant Director and will manage the law school room reservation system for event space for internal and external parties. The ideal candidate is a confident communicator who excels at project management, organization, and attention to detail.
Required Skills
Bachelor's degree required, 1-3 years of experience, strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with Excel, budget management, and Wordpress website management preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
In accordance with the Local 2324 collective bargaining agreement, this job will be open to internal applicants only for the first week of posting. Current L2324 represented employees, click here for information on how to apply for this position.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Non-Profit & Social Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school operations manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in education administration, business, or a related field
- Experience managing school or nonprofit operations, facilities, or compliance programs
- Proficiency with student information systems and operations management software
- Demonstrated budget management and financial reporting skills
- Knowledge of federal and state education regulations and reporting requirements
- Strong project management skills with experience coordinating cross-functional teams
Tips for Your School Operations Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to each sector
K-12 district roles prioritize budget management and state compliance experience, while charter networks emphasize scaling systems across sites. Reframe your bullet points to match the operational language of each posting before you apply.
Highlight your data and reporting tools
School operations managers are expected to pull and present data from student information systems and operations dashboards. Name the specific platforms you've used in your resume, even if the job posting doesn't ask for them by name.
Pursue a relevant certification before applying
Earning a Certified School Business Official credential or completing a state-specific school operations training program signals readiness to hiring committees, especially in districts that require demonstrated compliance knowledge before onboarding.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school operations manager 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 answer about crisis operations
Interviewers for school operations roles consistently ask how you've handled a facility emergency, enrollment surge, or compliance deadline under pressure. Prepare a specific example that shows cross-functional coordination and a measurable outcome.
Negotiate start dates around the academic calendar
School operations roles are budget-cycle and enrollment-deadline driven. If you're negotiating your offer, propose a start date that lands before the next planning cycle opens, which shows calendar awareness and signals you understand operational rhythm.
School Operations Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school operations managers?
The companies hiring the most school operations managers right now include Mastery Schools, Boston University, and Georgetown University, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban school districts tend to post the most volume consistently throughout the year.
How many school operations manager jobs are remote?
About 29% of school operations manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most school-based roles. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include regional compliance coordination, district-level data reporting, and multi-site network operations roles that don't require daily on-campus presence.
How do you become a school operations manager?
Start by building experience in school administration, facilities coordination, or nonprofit operations. Earn a bachelor's degree in education administration, business administration, or public policy. Pursue certifications in school business management or operations leadership. Move into an operations coordinator or assistant principal of operations role to build direct school management experience, then apply for manager-level positions at growing charter networks or district offices.
Can you get a school operations manager job with little experience?
Yes, but you'll need to position adjacent experience carefully. District office coordinators, AmeriCorps school operations fellows, and education nonprofit program staff regularly transition into school operations manager roles by emphasizing budget exposure, compliance work, and cross-functional project coordination. Smaller charter schools and new campus launches are more likely to hire candidates building toward the full role than established district offices with deep applicant pools.
What does the school operations manager interview process look like?
Most school operations manager interviews include a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the principal, district operations director, or chief of staff. Candidates are typically asked to complete a written scenario exercise or operations case study. Final-round interviews often involve a school visit or a presentation to senior leadership on how you'd approach a specific operational challenge at that school or network.
Where can I find and apply to school operations manager jobs?
You can find and apply to school operations manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The openings are updated regularly, so check back often if you don't find the right match immediately.
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