Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools; Passionate commitment to improve the minds, characters, and lives of students both in and out of school; Strong critical thinking skills; Demonstrated grit and personal responsibility; Ability to think strategically and innovatively, in order to continuously improve school operations; High-quality written and verbal communication skills with multiple partners including teachers, students, families, vendors, and colleagues; Ability to have difficult conversations in a respectful manner; Dedication to continual professional growth; Strong organizational skills; careful attention to detail and follow-through; Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; flexible, able to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed; Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Access; Strong time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines; Ability to maintain a calm, professional attitude in the face of challenging demands and external pressures; School-based or other educational experience preferred; Experience managing others preferred; Required experience: 4 or more years of work experience; Project planning experience, with proven ability to see large projects through to completion; A Bachelor’s degree. The Associate Director of Operations (ADOO) is a member of the High School Leadership Team who leads the day-to-day operations of the school and reports directly to the High School Director of Operations.