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Northwest Yeshiva High School is a vibrant learning community grounded in Jewish values, tradition, and a deep commitment to academic and personal excellence. Our students are challenged to think critically, grow ethically, and graduate prepared to meet life’s opportunities and responsibilities with confidence and purpose. Our faculty and staff are the heart of this mission. Educators and professionals at NYHS are respected, supported, and genuinely valued by a close-knit community of students, families, and colleagues. Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment where relationships matter, voices are heard, and contributions make a lasting impact. We invest in our people by offering ongoing professional development, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package—reflecting our belief that a strong culture begins with caring for those who serve our students every day. At Northwest Yeshiva High School, employment is more than a job—it is an opportunity to belong, to grow, and to help shape the future. Join us and be part of a community where tradition, purpose, and excellence come together.

Director of Operations  (Full-Time Year Round)

Department: Administration

Reports To: Head of School (HOS)

Travel Requirements: Occasional local offsite meetings (during business hours)

About the Company

Northwest Yeshiva High School (NYHS), a coeducational, accredited Jewish high school serving grades 9–12, seeks a full-time Director of Operations. Located on Mercer Island, NYHS offers a rigorous dual curriculum in a close-knit, mission-driven community where students are known, challenged, and supported.

We seek an experienced hands on leader with a strong foundation in operations. The ideal candidate brings demonstrated success building and scaling systems and processes that support effective, sustainable operations in a school, nonprofit, or corporate environment. This leader has a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams and is comfortable operating at the governance level, with experience reporting to and partnering closely with a board of trustees or directors. A background in business, finance, or a related discipline is valued, though equivalent professional experience and demonstrated financial acumen are equally important.

As Director of Operations, we anticipate that you will partner with the head of school to lead four areas of the institution: compliance, fleet/facilities, technology, and safety/security. In each area, you will identify key performance metrics in alignment with the school’s strategic plan. You will lead the measurement of performance in those areas and reporting progress regularly to the head of school and the board. Your work will make a difference in the lives of our students, faculty, and staff.

Compliance

• Responsible for all state accreditations and registrations.
• Manage Registrar and Admin Roles to ensure record compliance with state and federal regulations.

Facilities and Operations

• You will ensure that we steward our resources including our physical plant, monitoring policies and procedures.
• Serve as primary contact for neighbors concerning the school grounds.
• You will promote safety, security, and effective emergency planning.
• You will maintain accreditation and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and standards.
• You will manage a team consisting of  Admissions, Administrative, Security, Maintenance, Janitorial, and Technical roles both employed and contracted.
• You will also be responsible for managing, organizing and ordering, on an ongoing basis, our school/building supplies.
• Oversee Fleet Operations for School owned vehicles.
• Support emergent maintenance needs.
• Conduct facility safety walks.
• Manage Facility Shut-down, and emergency communications protocol.
• Ensure Generator operation and maintenance.

Technology

• Own technology execution for the school
• Direct support and improvement efforts
• Responsible for core systems and management

Events and Athletics

• You will manage logistics, safety, and security relating to athletics,field trips, and events.
• You will lead planning discussions for annual calendars and key events such as: Graduation, Memorial Tournaments, and key trips.

Compensation:

Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical and vision coverage
• Voluntary dental and FSA plans
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off, including school breaks and holidays

Safety-Sensitive Positions and Pre-Employment Requirements

All positions at Northwest Yeshiva High School are designated as safety-sensitive due to regular interaction with students and responsibility for maintaining a safe school environment. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and any other screening required by law. Certain positions may also require pre-employment drug screening in accordance with applicable federal, state, and Washington State laws and regulations. Failure to satisfactorily complete required screenings may result in withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment.

Northwest Yeshiva High School is an equal opportunity employer.