Fast Facts

The Operations Manager will oversee the implementation and quality of Elevo’s regional programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while leading staff development and maintaining strong district partnerships.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include managing program implementation, providing staff leadership and development, and maintaining partnerships with district staff to align services with school needs.

Skills: Required skills include strong operational management, stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with various educators and staff.

Qualifications: Candidates should have 4+ years in program operations or education leadership, and a degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related fields. Experience in K-12 systems is preferred.

Location: This is a remote/hybrid position with most responsibilities based in Sacramento, CA and requires occasional travel to program sites.

Compensation: $75000 - $82500 / Annually

Operations Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Remote/Hybrid (80% on-site, 20% WFH)

Location: Sacramento, CA

Pay: $75,000 - $82,500

Benefits:

• Health
• Dental & Vision
• No Cost, Short-Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance
• 401k Plan (4% Employer Match)
• Generous PTO

About Us

Elevo’s mission is to transform the well-being of students so they look forward to coming to school. Our WASC-accredited curriculum engages students and fosters social-emotional learning through fun, physically active games, sports, and enrichment activities focused on arts, humanities, and STEM. The services we provide include the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, Before & After School Programs, Summer & Intersession Programs, and so much more. Our programs offer opportunities to learn, move, and thrive together beyond classroom walls while developing essential life skills. We continue to build our capacity as we expand our programs to more districts.

The Role

The Elevo Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful implementation and quality of Elevo’s regional programs. This role ensures fidelity of program implementation, operational excellence, and strong district partnerships while developing and supporting Regional Program Training Managers (RPTMs) and wellness coaching staff. 

This role serves as the primary operational and strategic lead for programming and works cross-functionally with internal departments and district partners to ensure services meet contractual, compliance, and student support expectations. The Operations Manager will report to the Director of Operations.

Responsibilities

Program Implementation & Site Success

• Oversee the fidelity of implementation of services across assigned districts and sites
• Design and oversee rotational schedules to ensure adequate service coverage and compliance with district agreements
• Ensure operational processes are executed effectively, including attendance tracking, data collection, and billing documentation
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor program quality, coach performance, and student engagement
• Occasionally fill in on-site to support the site team and work directly with students
• Perform quality assurance reviews and implement corrective action plans when needed
• Oversee curriculum integration and implementation aligned with district wellness goals and Elevo standards

Staff Development & Leadership

• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to Regional Program Training Manager(s) (RPTMs) and Certified Wellness Coach staff
• Support onboarding, training, and backfill training for new and existing staff
• Participate in and support recruitment, interviewing, and hiring processes for Elevo coaches
• Support performance management, growth planning, and upskilling of staff

District & Site Partnership Management

• Serve as the primary day-to-day district point of contact for programming
• Build and maintain strong relationships with district leadership, principals, assistant principals, counselors, after-school staff, and other partner agencies.
• Lead site-level planning conversations to align wellness services with school needs and priorities
• Identify emerging site or district concerns and develop proactive solutions and action plans

Operational Strategy & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams, including Talent, Curriculum, and Marketing, to support program implementation
• Communicate talent needs, program updates, and resource gaps to appropriate internal stakeholders
• Ensure program compliance with contractual, state, and organizational standards

Position Qualifications

Required:

• 4+ years of experience in program operations, staff management, or education-based program leadership
• Ability to travel to sites regularly (4-5 times per week or as needed)
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service experience
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Addiction Studies ,or Psychology.
• Experience supporting student wellness, behavioral health, counseling, or student intervention programs
• Will be required to register with the California Department of Health Care Access and Information. Elevo will help with completing the registration process.

Preferred:

• Experience working within K–12 school systems or student support services
• Experience overseeing data tracking, compliance reporting, or student service documentation
• Experience leading multidisciplinary or specialized service teams

Skills, Knowledge & Traits

• Strong operational and program quality management
• Ability to lead specialized service programs with attention to compliance and fidelity
• Relationship-driven leadership style with strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and data analysis skills
• Comfortable facilitating trainings and presenting to school and district stakeholders

This position's target annual base pay range is $75,000 - $82,500. Final pay determinations may depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education, geographical location, knowledge, and skills. Elevo also offers a full range of health insurance benefits, 401(k) company match, and paid time off benefits. Elevo is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Elevo is an e-verify employer. Read Elevo's Privacy Policy HERE.