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Head of Operations - Bangkok

The Head of Operations is charged with the comprehensive responsibility for all of the operations functions of the school and ensuring success with the Head of School to meet and realize the end goal of high performance. Reporting to the Head of School, the Head of Operations is accountable for helping to build and maintain a culture of teamwork and support among the staff and enabling the faculty to deliver outstanding classroom instruction. He or she manages the school facilities, information technology infrastructure, and oversees all outside services and procurement. The Head of Operations also works closely with the academic team to ensure high standards of customer service for our parents.

This is a unique opportunity for an exceptional operations leader to join at the ground floor of a growing, dynamic school that is tied to one of the highest performing school networks in the world. You will have a voice and impact in creating a school site and community that is the best in Bangkok, that is specifically designed and built around the world-recognized BASIS Curriculum to bring exceptional learning opportunities to students in Bangkok. You will realize considerable accomplishments through each step of establishing the school facilities and seeing the results of your hard work.

Job Responsibilities

Acts as the business leader of the school, responsible for day-to-day operation of its facility and services, its culture and sense of community, and its customer service centered approach.

Facility & IT Management

Oversees the physical operation of the school facility including maintenance, repairs and renovations; safety and security; waste management and janitorial; supply procurement
Oversees the technology infrastructure and systems (with the help of on- and off-site support at all levels) including the school?s data network, laptop and tablet devices, phone systems, access controls, photocopiers and classroom display technologies
Develop, maintain and report all required environmental, health, safety and maintenance standards required by law
Oversees overall school maintenance, furniture purchase & placement
Manage and maintain overall school cleanliness

Summer Programs

Negotiate and manage summer facility rentals
Oversees the summer programs events
Negotiate vendor contracts

Staff Leadership

Manages the day-to-day activities and job duties of all contracted workers and meets regularly with them to ensure quality of infrastructure and services
Provide strong leadership and direction and maintain high morale

School & Workplace Community

Ensures an environment in which a world-class academic program can be through a school climate that is supportive and high morale

Contracted Services Management

Transportation
- Coordinate bussing program - routes, prices, procedures and billing
- Handle difficult parent complaints
- Ensure efficiency of the routes and make changes when necessary
- Expedite bus departure during dismissal when needed
Lunch Program - ensure contract execution
- Liaison with service provider
- Work out staffing, scheduling, and cleaning issues
Security Services - ensure contract execution
- Oversee security procedures (camera systems, access control, building alarm systems, etc.)
- Plans and executes fire drills and other safety protocols
Housekeeping and landscape maintenance - ensure contract execution after bidding process
- Negotiate extra services when required

Posted: September 2018

This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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Location	Bangkok, Thailand
Start Date	February 2019
Contract Length	2 years
Eligible Candidates	Director/Principal, Office/Administration Staff
Student Level	All Levels
Monthly Salary	USD 3300
Number of Vacancies	1

Qualifications and Requirements

Education Required	Bachelor
Work Visa Eligibility	Thailand
Major	Engineering, Construction Management
Additional School Requirements
Demonstrated knowledge of management principles and practices with ability to act analytically and strategically to solve problems on the fly Sound understanding of basic accounting practices Ability to promote teamwork, and a proven record of strong leadership Excellent negotiating skills Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills and a collaborative management style Exemplary organizational skills; ability to establish and manage multiple priorities; ability to work under pressure Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication skills, both oral and written Desire to work in a role and environment serving children Ability to exercise excellent judgment and decision making Ability to work independently with diverse constituents while maintain high professional standards Patience, flexibility and a sense of humor Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and creative Master's degree preferred 5-7 years experience in facilities, operations, hospitality management or similar industry Experience with significant vendor management including services negotiation, contract execution management and quality assurance Significant experience with building and facility management including HVAC, electrical, landscaping, etc. Ability to speak, read and write Thai fluently Fluent in English Sound financial understanding Ability to effectively negotiate and manage vendor contracts

About the School

Our nine BASIS International Schools campuses in China and Thailand continue the BASIS Curriculum Schools vision of delivering the gold standard of education by combining the BASIS Curriculum with highly qualified teachers who are sought after, and hired for, their deep subject matter knowledge. Our first international school, BASIS International School Shenzhen, opened in 2015 and is the flagship of a network that has seen quick expansion with its second school, BASIS International School Guangzhou, launched in 2017, and campuses in Hangzhou and Park Lane Harbour launched in 2018. In 2019, new BASIS International Schools opened in Nanjing, China, and Bangkok, Thailand. Our first bilingual school, BASIS Bilingual School Shenzhen, opened in September 2020. In the fall of 2022, BASIS International & Bilingual School Chengdu opened--becoming the first school in our network to house both international and bilingual programs. BASIS International & Bilingual School Wuhan opened in 2023, continuing this vision. 2024 will bring two more schools to our network: BASIS Bilingual School Guangming Shenzhen and BASIS Bilingual Kindergarten Nanshan.