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isolved Talent Acquisition (formerly ApplicantPro)

Director of Operations

isolved Talent Acquisition (formerly ApplicantPro), Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Why Work for Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day? Play isn’t just fun; it’s fundamental. Children need playtime, which is crucial for healthy development. They learn about the world by exploring ideas, manipulating objects, investigating creative materials, and problem‑solving with others. Using imagination and creativity, children take on new roles and test new concepts. Wonders teachers use observation and planning to create intentional learning experiences that provide meaningful context for children to practice skills and express ideas.

Join the Wonders family of caring, dedicated, and fun educators!

About Wonders Our Mission – To create and advance high‑quality, diverse educational communities that teach children the foundations of lifelong learning and social responsibility.

Since our inception in 1976, our goal has been to provide non‑profit, quality childcare to working families. Over the years we have grown from a single center in the basement of All Saint’s Church in Chevy Chase, Maryland to multiple accredited early‑learning, extended‑day, and summer camp programs across the DC Metropolitan Region.

Our programs support today’s workforce while growing the workforce of tomorrow.

Benefits & Compensation

Paid time off, holidays, winter break

Medical with HRA, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, critical illness, accident insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Wonders tuition discounts

Professional development training

Paid pre‑employment background checks, fingerprinting, medical exams, and drug screens

Paid New Hire Orientation

Job Summary The Director of Operations is responsible for managing the daily operations of the organization and executing the implementation of Wonders’ strategic plan. Reporting to the Executive Director and working closely with the Wonders administrative team, the Director of Operations will provide leadership, strong fiscal management, and active oversight in aligning the goals of the organization. The Director of Operations is responsible for ensuring compliance with all regulatory agencies, risk management, compliance requirements, and facilities management for multiple locations. The Director of Operations will also manage and oversee the Wonders Professional Development Consortium.

Essential Functions Compliance and reporting

Lead and oversee all compliance and reporting activities to ensure proper state licensing, maintenance of certain business account records; adherence to federal, state, and local regulatory laws and reporting; compliance with insurance requirements, and otherwise manage all professional and contractual relationships, as appropriate.

Organizational Leadership

Serve on the administrative leadership team, collaborating thoughtfully and enthusiastically in support of Wonders’ mission and strategic priorities.

Ensure that Wonders is current and conforms to federal, state, and local legal requirements, as well as best practices in nonprofit management.

Oversee all program emergency preparedness protocols.

Facilities And Vendor Relationships

Provide administrative leadership and oversee the relationships with Wonders’ facilities management.

Discern appropriateness of Wonders’ contractual relationships with vendors, actively managing these relationships to ensure mutual understanding of responsibilities, accountability, fiscal responsibility and open, clear communications.

Assess program needs and risks through management reports and regular site visits.

Provide strategic leadership to ensure a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency.

Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Core Competencies

Effective team leader with a strong record of driving strategic initiatives.

Solid grasp of nonprofit operations, budgeting, and business functions.

Skilled in planning, organizing, and executing complex projects.

Resourceful, data‑driven problem‑solver with strong analytical abilities.

Clear, adaptable communicator skilled at engaging diverse stakeholders.

Committed to advancing equity through policy, practice, and program design.

Qualifications

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in operations, business, or related field.

Minimum 5 years of nonprofit management, educational leadership, or related experience.

Exceptional track record of leadership.

Superior project management skills.

Resourceful and analytical with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Understanding of all facets of business operations and budget management.

Knowledge of IT infrastructure and computer skills.

Aptitude in problem‑solving and decision‑making.

Understanding of analytics and performance metrics to support a cycle of continuous improvement.

Aptitude in strategic thinking and implementation of strategic initiatives.

A firm commitment to advancing equity through program delivery, policies and practice.

EEO Statement Wonders provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, citizenship, current or future military status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

ADA Compliance Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Wonders to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Additional Information

Job Type: Full-time/Exempt

Program Length: Indefinite

Work Schedule: 8:00 a to 5:00 p (Onsite)

Work Location: 5272 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20816

Salary: $95,000 - $105,000 per year

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Human Resources Services

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