Director, Operations & Transportation
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Join Acelero Learning as a Director of Operations & Transportation, where you'll lead all site-level operations to create safe and effective environments for children and families. This pivotal role involves overseeing logistics, compliance, and management of facilities and transportation across our Head Start programs.
Responsibilities: You will manage operations across multiple sites, ensure compliance with regulations, oversee transportation logistics, and develop contracts for capital improvements.
Skills: Strong leadership in operations, knowledge of childcare regulations, multi-site management, and project-based work are essential.
Qualifications: Preferred Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles related to operations, transportation, or facilities.
Location: Delaware - HQ, United States of America
Compensation: $87500 - $87500 / Annually
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.
Keep our centers running and our children moving—safely, efficiently, and with care.
We’re seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Director of Operations and Transportation to oversee the infrastructure, logistics, and safety systems that power our Head Start programs. From managing facilities and transportation to ensuring compliance and operational excellence, this leadership role is critical to creating the safe, healthy, and effective environments where our children and staff thrive.
What You’ll Do
As Director, you will:
- Lead all site-level operations, including IT, facilities, food services, and transportation across centers, storage sites, and offices.
- Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local licensing regulations, health codes, and Head Start Performance Standards.
- Oversee the transportation fleet—vehicle maintenance, insurance, inspections, and driver clearances.
- Manage emergency preparedness, weather-related closures, and operational risk protocols.
- Supervise contractors and internal teams handling utilities, janitorial services, safety inspections, equipment, and technology.
- Develop scopes of work, contracts, and project plans for capital improvements and maintenance.
- Monitor operational budgets and vendor contracts to ensure cost-efficiency and compliance.
- Provide operational support for licensing, food handler permits, and site-based needs.
- Collaborate with the Delegate Vice President and leadership team on strategic priorities and organizational initiatives.
Who You Are
You are a highly organized, hands-on operations leader who thrives in dynamic, mission-driven environments. You understand how strong infrastructure fuels impact—and you care deeply about creating safe, well-run spaces for children, families, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, transportation, or facilities management.
- Prior experience managing multi-site operations and project-based work.
- Knowledge of local and federal regulations governing childcare facilities, food service, and transportation.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally (up to 10%).
- Physical exam and background check required.
This position earns up to 87,500.00 Annually
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.
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