Position: Executive Director
Organization: Tulsa Legacy Charter School
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Work Model: Fully in-person
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000k
 

The Opportunity

Tulsa Legacy Charter School is a premier Pre-K through 8th-grade charter school operating two campuses in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We continue to grow and harness best practices to serve and empower our scholars each year. We are looking for an Executive Director who will be responsible for the successful leadership and management of  the organization according to the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors. The TLCS is seeking an Executive Director who will make the commitment to lead with determination, integrity and purpose and embody our CREATE values, i.e. Commitment, Rigor, Excellence, Achievement, Teamwork and Empathy.
 

Who You Are

• Passionate Educator: You possess a passion and ability to build and sustain the TLCS PK-8 model in a high need, urban environment. You’ve had successful teaching and administration experience, with a pattern of increasing responsibility in education and administration. Your past experiences and actions reflect a commitment to the TLCS mission, vision, core values.
• Great Communicator: You are reflective, self-aware and adaptable to the communication and work styles of others. A critical thinker and problem solver, you take initiative while being able to make difficult decisions.
• Collaborator and Relationship Builder: You believe in the power of collaboration and would be able to build a collaborative culture with the TLCS network, community, staff, families and students. You demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Operational Excellence: You demonstrate strong financial intelligence and long term vision for fiscal stewardship; allocate resources according to school and board goals.

 

Responsibilities

Executive Leadership & Management (50%)

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the district, as well as align on organizational priorities and key initiatives
• Develop an operational plan which meets the expectations of stakeholders, Board, and funders, and incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the district
• Supervise key operational staff and oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the district
• Provide the collaborative leadership necessary to implement the district's mission and culture with staff, scholars, families and community members focused on strong academic achievement, equity, respect and high expectations for behavior (aligned with the TLCS model) that allows scholars to take risks and strive to reach goals
• Represent the school at community activities to enhance the district's community profile
• Identify and evaluate the risks to the organization's people (teachers, staff, management and volunteers), property, finances, goodwill, and image and implement measures to control risks to be in compliance with local and state laws

Fund Development/External Relations Management (20%)

• Work with staff and the Board (Finance Committee) to prepare a comprehensive budget and to participate in securing adequate funding for the operation of the school
• Administer funds appropriately, monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization and provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organization
• Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the school and to identify changes in the community served by the organization (Tulsa Public Schools PS; OPSRC, etc.)
• Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with Tulsa Public School, states agencies, community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization

HR Management  (15%)

• Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
• Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices 
• Recruit, interview and select staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the district’s mission
• Implement a performance management process for all staff which includes performance monitoring on an on-going basis and conducting an annual performance review
• Coach and mentor staff as appropriate to improve performance

Instructional Management and Planning (15%)

• Oversee and monitor the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's curricula, programs and services
• Ensure that the curricula, programs and services offered by the school contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the Board

Qualifications

• Must have Master's Degree in Education, Education Administration, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in nonprofit, charter school, or public school administration/leadership
• Proven success in working with parents, teachers, and students to achieve educational equity in low-income, minority communities
• Experience successfully operating and managing a multi-million dollar operation 
• A track record of developing and securing resources through philanthropy and other funding opportunities and developing strategic partnerships 
• Embody the Tulsa Legacy DNA, i.e. to believe in High Expectations Equals Results, Team & Family, Today Is The Day We Make It Happen, Whatever It Takes, Everything With Integrity, and Through College & Beyond. More information here.

Compensation & Benefits

• $100,000 - $130,000k per year
• 403(b) Plan
• Benefits (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability)

Location

• Tulsa, Oklahoma. We have two campuses, Upper Academy  is located at 6001 North Peoria Avenue, Tulsa OK 74126 and Primary Academy is  located at 105 East 63rd Street, Tulsa OK 74126

Employment Status

This is a full-time, exempt, at-will position. The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors.
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Tulsa Legacy Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression), citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, military status, veteran status, genetic information or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. The Board reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.