MANAGER III - OPERATIONS

Manages and assists principals and other school staff in the day-to-day operations of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) buildings. Problem-solves and supports school related issues and concerns to ensure the safety and well-being of staff and students.

Salary: $104,881 - 151,429

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, June 1, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required master's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

• A minimum of five (5) years of successful, fully-licensed teaching experience within Milwaukee Public Schools.
• Masters degree in administrative leadership or an education-related field from an accredited college/university is required.
• A minimum of five years as a licensed principal is required.
• A car and a valid drivers license required.

• Manages and assists with daily operations and monitors individual school budgets.
• Provides fiscal management guidance to principals/school leaders.
• Oversees day-to-day school safety and promotes effective school culture/climate and systems.
• Provides support and resources to schools in emergency situations.
• Handles elevated transportation concerns.
• Collaborates with all support services, i.e. transportation, nutrition services, and facilities.
• Ensures school compliance with operational timelines and requirements, i.e., the budget process and the spring and fall reassignments.
• Responds to and addresses constituent complaints and builds community relationships.
• Monitors data including student enrollment, staff, student attendance and suspensions.
• Monitors school compliance with federal and state regulations and requirements.
• Performs responsibilities as assigned by Academic Superintendent or the Chief of Schools.
• Participates in school walk-throughs (SQR-Walkthroughs, Instructional rounds, Building Cleanliness) etc.
• Provides assistance to and participates in the grievance, non-renewal and misconduct process.
• Collaborates with Labor Relations to assist with school level investigations.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan.

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.