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- Position Type: Administrator - Division-Level/ Division Administrator
- Date Posted: 4/1/2026
- Location: School Board Office
- Closing Date: 04/19/2026

Job Description

TITLE

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER (COO)

POSITION TYPE

Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Chief Operations Officer plans, organizes, directs and gives strategic direction to the staff that manages the assets allocated to supporting the delivery of instruction in the school division.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Ph.D., Ed.D., MBA, JD, or CPA Certificate preferred
- Have at least five years' experience in administration
- Experience as a school principal preferred
- Have demonstrated qualified and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with school personnel and members of the community
- Possess high moral standards and integrity

NECESSARY AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to meet minimum, necessary and special qualifications and perform each essential performance responsibility satisfactorily.
- The essential performance responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

- Supervise and coordinate all matters relating to the daily operations of schools through oversight of the following departments: Capital Projects and Planning, Facilities and Maintenance, Information Technology, Student Services and Transportation.
- Represents division concerns in York County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as needed.
- Direct the development and management of safety and security protocols and procedures.




- Oversight of staff response to inclement weather including making recommendations for school day closure or modification to the Superintendent.
- Oversee matters related to student attendance.
- Represents and acts on behalf of the Superintendent as assigned.
- Measuring and reporting operational performance using KPIs.
- Crisis communication responsibilities.
- Manage the planning process for building and maintaining facilities, including custodial, needed to deliver the program of instruction.
- Facilitate the preparation of the Facilities Master Plan (FMP).
- Contribute to the preparation of the capital improvement program (CIP) for submission to the Superintendent.
- Supervise the corrective and preventive maintenance programs for the school division's physical plant and the motor vehicle fleet.
- Coordinate procurement of contractors' services for maintenance and construction projects funded by the budget and supervise all approved capital construction projects.
- Coordinate procurement of materials, goods and services needed to operate the school division.
- Supervise athletic programs for middle and high schools.
- Supervise the food service contract and program.
- Oversight of school nursing personnel and procedures.
- Oversee matters related to the procurement of athletic training services; before and after school childcare; and vending.
- Supervise the management and operation of the School Board Office building.
- Advise the Superintendent of matters requiring the services of the School Board Attorney.
- Review and regulate lease agreements,



including those for cellular telephones located on school board property.
- Attend all School Board meetings and prepare reports, recommendations and memoranda as required by the Superintendent.
- Interpret and communicate school division's policies, practices, and procedures to the public at large.
- Assist the Superintendent in providing leadership in developing, achieving and maintaining exceptional educational services and support programs.
- Follow established YCSD policies and procedures at all times.
- Facilitate negotiation of next Bethel Manor land lease due in 2053.
- All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Duties require the ability to sit or stand for extended periods; use a computer and other office equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Movement throughout office and school environments may be required.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.

EVALUATION

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of administrative personnel.

The York County School Division does not discriminate on the basis of race (Title VI), color, religion, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender (Title IX), age or disability (Section 504), or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities or employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

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