Team Lead, People Operations

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential. About the Role Success Academy is looking for a Team Lead, People Operations, reporting to the Lead, People Operations. In this role, you will play a critical role in running and improving high-volume operational workflows while leading and developing a team. You will ensure that core processes are executed accurately and on time, and continuously improved to meet the needs of a fast-growing organization. This role is fast-paced and requires strong ownership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. A key part of the role is identifying inefficiencies and simplifying, automating, and scaling how work gets done. You will act as a strategic operator and people leader — owning core workflows, elevating team performance, and partnering cross-functionally to improve systems, processes, and the overall employee experience. Key Responsibilities Include Lead, coach, and develop a team, setting clear expectations and driving accountability behind data-informed results. Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. Serve as a point of escalation for complex or sensitive issues, using judgment to resolve problems and drive decisions. Own and improve core workflows across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, internal movement, and offboarding. Analyze data to identify trends, surface challenges, and inform improvements. Identify inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions to improve team productivity. Ensure a consistent, high-quality experience across all employee interactions. Oversee high-volume pre-employment processes during peak hiring periods Maintain the accuracy of employee data within systems such as Workday. Partner with internal teams to troubleshoot issues and improve systems. Ensure processes are executed in line with company policies and legal requirements. Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information. Build and maintain clear documentation and standard operating procedures. Standardize processes to support onboarding, training, and continuous improvement. Minimum Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in operations, program management, or a similar fast-paced environment (People Operations or HR experience is a plus, but not required). 1+ years of experience leading or mentoring others (formal or informal leadership). Experience working with systems or tools to manage workflows, data, or ticketing (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow, or similar platforms). Proven ability to manage complex processes and improve how work gets done. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a solutions-oriented mindset. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and levels. High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information. Ability to navigate ambiguity, take ownership, and operate independently in a fast-paced environment. Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible. Compensation Range $115,000 — $125,000 USD Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Privacy Policy: By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text message updates from Success Academy regarding your application. Reply STOP to unsubscribe. View our Privacy Policy . We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

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