Operations Manager - Michigan Educator Workforce Initiative

Michigan Educator Workforce Initiative – Operations Manager 

(Remote, in-person, or hybrid – with some in-person meetings and events required) 

Who We Are 

Michigan Educator Workforce Initiative (MEWI) is non-profit that serves as a hub for educator talent. MEWI adopts a “systems-adjacent” approach, working closely with K-12 districts and higher education institutions to design and support innovative approaches to recruiting and developing teachers and school leaders. We are committed to hiring a team that represents the diversity our state offers. 

What We Do 

MEWI is an adaptive organization that plays the roles necessary to foster innovation and long-term, systematic capacity-building in the educator talent space. Depending on the context and project needs, MEWI acts as a “doer”, funder, supporter, or convener. MEWI designs, implements, funds, and supports innovative programs to recruit, develop, retain, and elevate new and veteran teachers and school leaders. MEWI captures insights and learnings from our work to share with systems leaders, policy makers, parents, and community leaders and convenes educators to share best practices, collaborate, and problem-solve. 

What You’ll Do 

As Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the MEWI team to achieve its ambitious goals. You will work closely with other members of the MEWI team, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure MEWI’s operations are efficient and effective. 

Who You Are 

The ideal candidate for this role: 

• Has an entrepreneurial spirit. This person enjoys working in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment and does not get overwhelmed easily when managing multiple stakeholder relationships. 

• Is self-directed and independent. This person will work independently to build systems from the ground up which requires discipline and focus. 

• Has excellent communication skills. This person is skilled at both written and verbal communication and can adapt communications for different audiences. 

• Is detail-oriented and a creative problem solver. This person anticipates challenges in advance and provides proactive solutions to complex problems.  

• Is a critical and analytical thinker. This person likes to get in the weeds and enjoys analyzing data and translating this data for different stakeholders.  

• Has strong project management skills. This person can manage large, cross-functional projects and programs and is skilled at connecting the dots across functions and teams.  

• Is a team player. This person has strong relationship-building skills and is always willing to jump in and support team members and partners as needed to meet a goal.  

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university 

• 3-5 years of work in a similar role that includes operations, data entry/analysis, and systems management 

• Experience working with multiple vendors to ensure coherent, consistent service to the organization 

• Proficient with software and technology including Google Suite and/or Canva 

• (Preferred) Experience working with social media, including posting in professional settings 

• Experience developing, using, and maintaining data collection and management tools and systems 

• Experience and comfort conducting meetings and facilitating or supporting virtual presentations 

• Proficient with software and technology including Zoom, Microsoft and/or Google suite 

• (Preferred) Experience with project management software and learning managements systems 

Responsibilities  

1. Provide administrative and logistical support for the planning and execution of various MEWI workstreams 

1. Manage contract processing, invoicing, and payments with MEWI contractors and vendors 

1. Manage MEWI’s technology platforms, including supporting staff with technology troubleshooting and needs 

1. Collaborate with Program Directors to conduct regular cycles of data entry, clean up, and reconciliation 

1. Managing survey distribution, analysis, and reporting for different stakeholder groups 

1. Execute various administrative duties including 

1. Organizing digital files and maintaining digital and physical records 

1. Coordinating internal and external meetings by scheduling, sending invitations, and booking necessary resources 

1. Coordinating logistics for in person team and stakeholder events 

1. Assisting with general program operations, including organizing and inventory of supplies and collateral 

1. Supporting MEWI Partners with meeting scheduling and travel arrangements 

1. Supporting team members with meeting and stakeholder material preparation 

1. Provide excellent customer service to a number of stakeholders in a wide variety of roles 

1. Perform other duties as assigned by MEWI leadership and direct supervisor 

Compensation 

This is a full-time role.  The salary range for this position is $62,100 – $77,335. Excellent health, vision, dental, and retirement benefits are also provided. 

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