Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Shape the Future. Lead with Purpose.

Are you ready to do the most meaningful work of your career? At Scheck Hillel Community School, you’ll have the rare opportunity to lead in a values-driven, mission-centered environment while making a tangible impact on future generations.

Located in North Miami Beach, Florida, Scheck Hillel is a large private Jewish day school serving over 1,300 students from 18 months through 12th grade. Recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we are known for educational rigor, a warm community, and a commitment to Jewish values. With planned expansion and innovation on the horizon, we are seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help lead us into our next chapter.

About the Role

The COO reports directly to the Head of School and serves as a key member of the senior leadership team. This is a high-impact position responsible for ensuring that all non-academic functions of the school operate with excellence and efficiency. From long-range planning to day-to-day execution, you will drive innovation, manage complex systems, and lead cross-departmental teams to support a thriving learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Provide strategic oversight and daily leadership for school operations, fostering a campus culture of safety, service, and excellence.
  
  
• Departmental Management: Oversee Facilities, Security, IT, Events, Health Services, Food Service, Janitorial, and Risk Management.
  
  
• Systems & Processes: Develop, implement, and refine operational systems to improve effectiveness and accountability.
  
  
• Strategic Initiatives: Lead major projects such as campus construction and technology upgrades from planning through execution.
  
  
• Collaboration: Partner with school leadership and department heads to align operations with mission, educational goals, and long-term strategic vision.
  
  
• Risk Management: Ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulatory requirements; proactively mitigate institutional risk.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
  
• Retirement plan options
  
  
• Generous paid time off and holidays
  
  
• Support for professional development
  
  
• An inspiring and mission-aligned workplace
  
  

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume/CV for immediate consideration. To learn more about our school, visit www.ehillel.org.

Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and diverse workplace.