Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.
The Operations and Facilities Coordinator is responsible for playing a critical role, working closely with the Director Operations and senior management staff. The coordinator is the first point of contact for all external vendors, maintenance, janitorial staff and delegate employees seeking assistance/or support in the areas of facilities management. This role manages office functions and provides administrative support to the operations department and its Director.
Why Acelero?
Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve.
Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities.
What You’ll Do:
- Works in concert with the Director of Operations and Departmental Managers to develop and uphold operational procedures, implement strategic initiatives and complete projects that impact the Company’s business objectives.
- Supports Director of Operations and Operations Department in meeting all programs or companywide goals.
- Serves as the initial point of contact for all submitted service tickets, emails, and general facility requests regardless of location, which includes troubleshooting problems.
- Establishes and prioritizes work orders in the ticketing system.
- Communicates and assigns work orders to technicians.
- Provides reports on open and closed work orders and checks status with the appropriate Technician.
- Liaises with contractors to assure stated work is completed properly.
- Maintains the plans for fire evacuation and disaster response. Serves as the facility emergency response coordinator.
- Responds to all emergencies. Emergency Liaison with Municipal departments.
- Coordinates with our Learning and Development team to communicate emergency plans.
- Fields urgent issues and communicates with building engineers in the event of emergencies.
- Supports and facilitates communication and action between departments.
- Ensures timely and quality service delivery to clients, which includes following-up with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Provides administrative support to the Operations team.
- Maintains and updates administrative policies and processes.
- Maintains contracts for all utilities, communications, storage, cleaning services, and trash removal.
- Establishes and maintains listing of all lease required services, i.e.. Preventative Maintenance Agreement, etc.
- Maintains up-to-date records, including vendor/contractor lists and files, in all formats.
- Purchases technology, janitorial and building supplies.
- Issues company supplies to personnel, while maintaining an inventory of equipment.
- Prepares internal billbacks and documents for all spending related activities.
- Maintains and manages purchase orders and expense reporting.
- Maintains inventories for and ensures responsible use of supplies and equipment (including maintaining proper control and procedures with corporate purchasing and credit cards), mail handling, processing letters/correspondence, events/meeting planning, staff meeting coordination and minutes, report generation, invoice/expense reporting and contact database management.
- Maintains all technology equipment and software, including printers, copiers, desktop computers, laptops, AV, etc.
- Performs computer maintenance, updates and images, loads approved software and troubleshoots computer issues in concert with contracted IT vendor.
- Maintains the transportation fleet, obtains insurance cards and vehicle registrations. Ensure motor vehicle inspections are conducted.
What You’ll Bring:
1. A high school diploma, GED, or HSED required; associate degree preferred.
2. Minimum of three (3) years of customer service experience required; in a large office environment, or supporting multiple locations, or in a school is a plus.
3. Experience using databases required; use of a ticketing portal or scheduling software preferred.
4. Project management experience preferred.
5. Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) preferred but not required.
6. Physical exam and background checks are required for this position.
7. Travel required locally or long-distance up to 10% of the time for work-related meetings and
functions.
8. Must have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation.
How Much: This position pays $66,327 annually.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us:
A meaningful mission that drives real change in the lives of children and families
A collaborative, inclusive team that values your growth and well-being
Robust benefits that support your total wellbeing, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $800 annually
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support
Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks
If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead growth in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join our team. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!
Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?
- Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
- Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.
We envision a world where children become champions of their own making; where nothing stands in the way of their infinite promise.
Acelero Learning was founded in 2001 by a former Head Start teacher and Children Defense Fund staffer, with a clear mission -- to work with local communities to improve the quality of Head Start programs. In 2005, Acelero Learning began to directly administer Early Head Start and Head Start programs through delegate agencies -- locally managed affiliates with their own local boards of directors that received dedicated support from the Acelero Learning Support Center in New York.
Today, Acelero Learning affiliates operate a network of Head Start and other early childhood programs serving nearly 5,000 young children and families across the country. Our affiliates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Camden, Monmouth and Middlesex Counties in New Jersey, Clark County, Nevada, Aiken and Barnwell Counties in South Carolina and Racine and Milwaukee counties in Wisconsin have each improved the delivery of early childhood education in their communities -- increasing enrollment, improving teacher salaries and dramatically expanding the number of hours of programming for children and families.
