Emboss Design
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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr
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Director of Operations Newport, KY | Full-time | In-office leadership role
Please note: We will only review candidates who complete all items listed in the “How to Apply” section.
Who You Are You are a calm, confident operator who can hold people accountable without drama. You see the whole system, not just the task in front of you. You are comfortable managing many moving parts at once and making order out of complexity.
You enjoy being a strong, visible leadership presence inside a fast-moving firm. You can make decisions, set expectations, follow up, and close loops. You are not afraid to say, “This is the plan,” and ensure it actually happens.
You are AI-fluent and systems-minded. You understand how tools, workflows, and automation support people, not replace them. You think strategically about how information flows, how work gets tracked, and how leadership gains visibility.
You are excited by the idea of working closely with a visionary, high-performing founder who has a lot of ideas and moves quickly — and you see your role as translating vision into clear systems, priorities, and execution.
Position Overview Emboss Design is a mission-driven architecture and interior design studio known for thoughtful, high-impact work across education, hospitality, housing, bourbon, and community projects.
We are seeking a Director of Operations to lead the operational side of the firm. This role does not require architectural licensure. The Director of Operations ensures the business runs smoothly day-to-day so the design team can focus on design and the CEO can focus on strategy, clients, and growth.
All Emboss roles are in-person to support collaboration, leadership visibility, and studio culture.
What You’ll Do (In a Nutshell)
Be a strong in-person leadership presence with firmwide operational oversight
Keep all operational systems running smoothly (workflows, SOPs, tools, communication)
Manage firmwide scheduling and weekly 60‑day staffing maps
Draft and oversee proposals, scopes of work, contracts, and project timelines
Oversee billing cycles and maintain a monthly estimated income forecast
Track invoicing progress and identify issues early
Help keep projects on track through clear communication and follow‑through
Lead the first round of interviews for all roles and support hiring pipelines
Run weekly operations meetings with clear agendas and accountability
Integrate AI, automation, and systems improvements that increase clarity and efficiency
What You Bring
5+ years of experience in operations within architecture, interiors, engineering, construction, or a similar professional services environment
Proven ability to hold people accountable and manage across teams
Strong systems thinking and operational judgment
Comfort supporting operational finance, forecasting, and tracking
Clear, direct communication style with strong emotional intelligence
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Ajera is a plus
Ability and desire to work in person in our Newport, KY office
Highly Competitive Base Salary
Health insurance, HSA, PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
401(k) with company match + profit sharing
Leadership growth and career development opportunities
A collaborative, mission‑driven culture with a supportive team
A leadership seat where your impact is visible daily
How to Apply
Complete our Culture Index survey: https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/kLFZgUEdJm/112873
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management
Industries Architecture and Planning, Interior Design
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Base pay range $150,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr
Direct message the job poster from Emboss Design
Director of Operations Newport, KY | Full-time | In-office leadership role
Please note: We will only review candidates who complete all items listed in the “How to Apply” section.
Who You Are You are a calm, confident operator who can hold people accountable without drama. You see the whole system, not just the task in front of you. You are comfortable managing many moving parts at once and making order out of complexity.
You enjoy being a strong, visible leadership presence inside a fast-moving firm. You can make decisions, set expectations, follow up, and close loops. You are not afraid to say, “This is the plan,” and ensure it actually happens.
You are AI-fluent and systems-minded. You understand how tools, workflows, and automation support people, not replace them. You think strategically about how information flows, how work gets tracked, and how leadership gains visibility.
You are excited by the idea of working closely with a visionary, high-performing founder who has a lot of ideas and moves quickly — and you see your role as translating vision into clear systems, priorities, and execution.
Position Overview Emboss Design is a mission-driven architecture and interior design studio known for thoughtful, high-impact work across education, hospitality, housing, bourbon, and community projects.
We are seeking a Director of Operations to lead the operational side of the firm. This role does not require architectural licensure. The Director of Operations ensures the business runs smoothly day-to-day so the design team can focus on design and the CEO can focus on strategy, clients, and growth.
All Emboss roles are in-person to support collaboration, leadership visibility, and studio culture.
What You’ll Do (In a Nutshell)
Be a strong in-person leadership presence with firmwide operational oversight
Keep all operational systems running smoothly (workflows, SOPs, tools, communication)
Manage firmwide scheduling and weekly 60‑day staffing maps
Draft and oversee proposals, scopes of work, contracts, and project timelines
Oversee billing cycles and maintain a monthly estimated income forecast
Track invoicing progress and identify issues early
Help keep projects on track through clear communication and follow‑through
Lead the first round of interviews for all roles and support hiring pipelines
Run weekly operations meetings with clear agendas and accountability
Integrate AI, automation, and systems improvements that increase clarity and efficiency
What You Bring
5+ years of experience in operations within architecture, interiors, engineering, construction, or a similar professional services environment
Proven ability to hold people accountable and manage across teams
Strong systems thinking and operational judgment
Comfort supporting operational finance, forecasting, and tracking
Clear, direct communication style with strong emotional intelligence
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Ajera is a plus
Ability and desire to work in person in our Newport, KY office
Highly Competitive Base Salary
Health insurance, HSA, PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
401(k) with company match + profit sharing
Leadership growth and career development opportunities
A collaborative, mission‑driven culture with a supportive team
A leadership seat where your impact is visible daily
How to Apply
Complete our Culture Index survey: https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/kLFZgUEdJm/112873
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Management
Industries Architecture and Planning, Interior Design
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