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Job Description KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Albany and Troy, NY, KIPP Capital Region serves 2,500+ students in grades K-12 across seven schools. We believe every individual walks through the doors of schools bearing gifts. Talent. Perspective. Drive. Inspiration. So at KIPP Capital Region, we support every student and educator to see those gifts, and then build the skills and confidence they need to thrive. We are committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all of our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students, together. Position Overview The Director of Operations leads the implementation and maintenance of clear operational systems that allow the school leaders and teachers to focus on students, families, and academics, enabling a supportive school environment. Duties/Responsibilities • Embraces innovation and continuous improvement, gets their hands dirty, and relishes the challenge of finding ways to work smarter and cost-efficiently., • Manages relationships with outside vendors regarding technology and facilities management., • Responsible for creating and revising structures and systems to support and improve existing routines., • Oversees the operations and finance at the school and acts as the primary interface with the KIPP Capital Region School Support Team, independently addressing challenges and coordinating across schools when necessary., • Acts as a critical member of the school leadership team, along with the Principal and Assistant Principal, to ensure effective operational support of school strategy and manage school operations, including correspondence with the KIPP Capital Region Regional Team., • Supervises the Office Manager, Operations Coordinator, Operations Manager, and Custodian., • Manages relationships with outside vendors, helps address general office and administrative needs, and ensures the smooth operation of the administrative office, including mailings, and attendance reporting, office machine maintenance, etc., • Creates and oversees the school’s budget and finances; oversees school-based purchasing and applies a culture of thrift to all purchasing. Ensures adherence to the school’s fiscal policy and procedures., • Manages student information system, generates report cards, progress reports, and schedules, and coordinates with KIPP Capital Region Regional Team about data analysis and reporting., • Plans and coordinates logistics for school events and activities as needed, including Saturday school, parent meetings, concerts, and field trips., • Runs and oversees the school’s facilities and physical condition via Head Custodian and outside vendors when necessary., • Oversees the purchasing and maintenance of technology equipment, wireless networks, and implementation of technology training., • With the assistance of the KIPP Capital Region Regional Team, school-wide compliance with health and safety laws, teacher certification, fingerprinting, city and state education mandates, onboarding, and all federal and state workplace regulations is ensured., • Coordinates with School Leaders and KIPP Capital Region Regional Team to ensure that school-based employees receive timely and accurate payroll and benefits., • Monitor performance metrics and mechanisms to track needs, trends, the effectiveness of operational programs, and progress toward accomplishing objectives., • Manages student recruitment, admissions applications, registration, and waitlist via the Student Recruitment and Enrollment Systems., • Establishes operational systems with the long-term sustainability of the organization in mind., • Evaluate qualitative feedback, quantitative data, and observations on a regular basis to inform strategy, decision-making, and accountability., • Acts as point person in hosting visitors and managing relationships with vendors., • Builds a joyful and rigorous school culture. Partners with the Principal in fostering consistency in academic and behavioral expectations., • Ensures that traditions and rituals that support the KIPP Capital Region mission, vision, and values are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year., • Communicates regularly with families about their children's performance, school policies, trips, and events., • Builds and fosters relationships with community leaders and organizations, including maintaining a robust database of community organizations. KIPP Capital Region • Perform other duties as outlined by the Principal, Regional Director of Special Education and MD of Schools Principal Manager., • Committed to furthering anti-racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students together., • Complies with all charter, federal, state, and local laws, and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services, • Adheres to organization policies and procedures; promotes and supports mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.Qualifications Education and Experience • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University is required., • 3 to 5 years of experience is required, with at least 2 years managing a small team or multiple large projects, preferably in a charter or public school environment., • Understanding of working directly with students, preferably required in the charter, private, or public school environment., • Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required., • Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours., • Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. • Prolonged periods were sitting at a desk and working on a computer., • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed., • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus., • The employee needs to read, write, and speak English fluently., • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use fingers to type, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance; stoop/bend and reach, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear., • Dexterity requires writing and operating standard office machines such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, phones, and calculators., • Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds.Additional Information Work Perks When you join KIPP Capital Region, you are joining in on our promise to families that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop a passion for learning and the drive necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in the Capital Region. And while the biggest perk to working at KIPP Capital Region is doing work that makes a lifelong difference in the lives of our students, you'll find that's not the only benefit we offer: • Generous time-off, • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage, • Aggressive employer 403(b) contribution match, • Childcare benefits, • Unparalleled work/life integration, • Casual dress code, • Relocation stipend (conditions apply), • And so much more! For more information on the benefits of joining KIPP Capital Region, please view our Employee Benefits Summary. Learn More: KIPP Capital Region offers a competitive salary ranging from $114,000 - $126,000. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP Capital Region will evaluate and determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale at point of hire. All staff and educators at KIPP Capital Region are committed to anti-racism and inclusion, are part of a close-knit diverse community, and are encouraged to show up authentically, inspiring our children to do the same. Learn more about what it’s like to work at KIPP Capital Region: kippcapital.org/join-our-team/ This role is located at KIPP Capital Region schools in Albany, NY.

The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare you for a Store Management role in 18-24 months. With Sherwin-Williams’ promote-from-within philosophy, you will have the opportunity to progress into an Assistant Store Manager position upon successful completion of the initial 8-week training. This position’s typical schedule is 44 hours per week, which may include evenings and/or weekends. During the program, you will collaborate with store management to oversee a million-dollar business, providing leadership and insight into the development and strategy of that store. Through the course of the program, you will learn all operations, clients, and internal strategy, allowing you to understand the significant part you’ll play in the team’s success. You will grow the company’s market share by selling to large, commercial users such as painting contractors, purchasing agents, manufacturers, and other commercial users who need large volumes of our high-quality products. Our training experience provides you with all the skills necessary for a successful career in management and professional sales. After you complete the training program, you can count on a career trajectory with a clear beginning and an open end – meaning you shape your future! What you will gain: Limitless Career Opportunities This structured program provides the support you need, including formal discussions to review your objectives & development Leadership Development You’ll develop the foundation for what it takes to become a successful leader in our organization We’ll teach you how to excel at customer service, sales, and marketing, finance, and operations Professional Networking You will also get out into the community and establish relationships essential to growing our business - and your success. Job duties involve contact with customers, which may include minors; and access to cash and other payment methods, electronic equipment, personal information, store merchandise and other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s customers, staff, employees, vendors, contractors, and the general public. At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at _. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. • Complete training consistent with established program, • Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability, • Ensure high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent service, • Build and maintain knowledge of all products to ensure effective customer recommendations, • Build positive relationships with wholesale and retail customers, • Complete store administration, • Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security, • Maintain outstanding store condition and visual merchandising standards, including promotional packages and sales floor displays, • Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action, • Respond to and resolve any customer and/or employee complaints, • Partner with Store Manager to make outside sales calls to increase market shareMinimum Requirements:, • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age, • Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future, • Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License, • Must have at least a bachelor's degree by the start of this development program, • Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion Preferred Qualifications: • Have at least one (1) year experience working in a retail, sales, or customer service position, • Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams, • Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc., • Have previous work experience selling paint and paint related products, • Have work experience using timekeeping and/or customer relationship management ("CRM") systems, • Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities, • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in more than one language, • Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate in Spanish #SHWEarlyTalent

Job Description Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Management Department: Project Management Reports to: Project Executive Supervisory Duties: Yes Salary Range: $116,000 - $150,000 The Project Manager (PM) will serve as a main point of contact and corporate representative for all project stakeholders, including Owners, OPMs, Developers, Architects, Engineers and Subcontractors. The PM is responsible for oversight of the entire project’s life cycle including budget, cost, schedule, risk, resource management and safety while providing exceptional customer service. The PM will oversee the implementation of a Raving Fans action plan and play a key role in business development including networking events, marketing initiatives, proposal preparation and interviews. Responsibilities / Essential Functions • Involvement and support throughout the proposal and preconstruction processes., • Work closely with estimating and purchasing during the procurement/buy-out phase of the project., • Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates, as necessary., • Review and management of project team and staffing requirements., • Attend and run weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) project and subcontractor meetings; manage preparation and distribution of meeting minutes., • Continuously coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget and schedule., • Overall management of project financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, review and approval of invoices, ensure timely completion, management of the requisition process to maintain cash flow throughout the project and address/communicate issues proactively and promptly., • Budget forecasting., • Change Management (including negotiation of disputes as necessary)., • Represent Consigli with Owner, Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors., • Main point of contact for Owner communication and reporting., • Mentor staff: manage multiple team members on large complex or multiple projects., • Provide evaluation(s) of team members on performance and identify training needs. Conduct training and development of others., • Provide oversight and management of project controls including RFIs, submittals and material delivery tracking with support from APM and PE., • Oversight of Material Delivery tracking and reporting., • Oversight of meeting agenda, the development of minutes and reporting., • Maintain close relations with subcontractors, including early notification of submittal & material delivery schedule expectations., • Assist the Project Superintendent and other team members in the resolution of all critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule. Provide documentation as necessary., • Monitor executed subcontracts and insurance certificates; verify contracts and insurance are in place prior to commencing work., • Work closely with Project Scheduler to update and distribute project master schedule with input from Superintendent and project teams., • Complete and implement project closeout checklist., • Manage the timely close out documentation process for assembly and submission to the Design Team and Owner., • Provide oversight and coordination of the work; manage issuance and completion of punch list to Subcontractors; drive project to completion., • Observations and Field Reports: work with project team to conduct field walks as necessary and compile any corresponding documentation accordingly. Review Design Team field reports and work with required parties to resolve open items and drive resolution., • Perform regular safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations., • Assist in preparation and present at interviews for project pursuits., • Take lead in the development and management of optimal project profit opportunities including self-perform trades. Key Skills • Strong communication skills., • Ability to review, understand and support all change management processes., • Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize., • Motivated and driven., • Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration., • Excellent written and verbal presentation skills. Required Experience • A Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or Architecture preferred., • 5+ years of experience within the construction industry in project management or similar role., • OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 preferred., • Additional proficiencies may include cost management software (Timberline, Sage preferred), scheduling software (Primavera P6 preferred) and construction management software (Procore preferred).

Job Description Employment Type: Full-Time FSLA: Salary/Exempt Division: Project Management Department: Project Management Reports to: Project Executive Supervisory Duties: Yes Salary Range: $132,000 - $159,000 The Project Manager (PM) will serve as a main point of contact and corporate representative for all project stakeholders, including Owners, OPMs, Developers, Architects, Engineers and Subcontractors. The PM is responsible for oversight of the entire project’s life cycle including budget, cost, schedule, risk, resource management and safety while providing exceptional customer service. The PM will oversee the implementation of a Raving Fans action plan and play a key role in business development including networking events, marketing initiatives, proposal preparation and interviews. Responsibilities / Essential Functions • Willing to travel nationwide., • Involvement and support throughout the proposal and preconstruction processes., • Work closely with estimating and purchasing during the procurement/buy-out phase of the project., • Provide constructability reviews of drawings and budget updates, as necessary., • Review and management of project team and staffing requirements., • Attend and run weekly owner/architect/contractor (OAC) project and subcontractor meetings; manage preparation and distribution of meeting minutes., • Continuously coordinate with field staff (General Superintendent, Project Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, Safety Manager, etc.) on project goals, budget and schedule., • Overall management of project financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, review and approval of invoices, ensure timely completion, management of the requisition process to maintain cash flow throughout the project and address/communicate issues proactively and promptly., • Budget forecasting., • Change Management (including negotiation of disputes as necessary)., • Represent Consigli with Owner, Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors., • Main point of contact for Owner communication and reporting., • Mentor staff: manage multiple team members on large complex or multiple projects., • Provide evaluation(s) of team members on performance and identify training needs. Conduct training and development of others., • Provide oversight and management of project controls including RFIs, submittals and material delivery tracking with support from APM and PE., • Oversight of Material Delivery tracking and reporting., • Oversight of meeting agenda, the development of minutes and reporting., • Maintain close relations with subcontractors, including early notification of submittal & material delivery schedule expectations., • Assist the Project Superintendent and other team members in the resolution of all critical issues with a focus on quality, cost, and schedule. Provide documentation as necessary., • Monitor executed subcontracts and insurance certificates; verify contracts and insurance are in place prior to commencing work., • Work closely with Project Scheduler to update and distribute project master schedule with input from Superintendent and project teams., • Complete and implement project closeout checklist., • Manage the timely close out documentation process for assembly and submission to the Design Team and Owner., • Provide oversight and coordination of the work; manage issuance and completion of punch list to Subcontractors; drive project to completion., • Observations and Field Reports: work with project team to conduct field walks as necessary and compile any corresponding documentation accordingly. Review Design Team field reports and work with required parties to resolve open items and drive resolution., • Perform regular safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations., • Assist in preparation and present at interviews for project pursuits., • Take lead in the development and management of optimal project profit opportunities including self-perform trades. Key Skills • Strong communication skills., • Ability to review, understand and support all change management processes., • Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize., • Motivated and driven., • Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration., • Excellent written and verbal presentation skills. Required Experience • Has acted as a traveling project manager previously, preferred., • A Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management or Architecture preferred., • 5+ years of experience within the construction industry in project management or similar role., • OSHA-10 and OSHA-30 preferred., • Additional proficiencies may include cost management software (Timberline, Sage preferred), scheduling software (Primavera P6 preferred) and construction management software (Procore preferred).