Director of Administration

Director of Administration Location: Remote (within the Continental United States; Philadelphia, PA preferred) Employment Type: Full-time, Exempt Salary Range: $110,000–$130,000 Reports to: Chief Financial & Administrative Officer (CFAO) About the Center for Black Educator Development (CBED) The Center for Black Educator Development exists to rebuild the national Black Teacher Pipeline in service of a clear vision: a world where all Black students have access to high-quality Black educators throughout their PreK–12 education, and where educator preparation, pedagogy, and policies that advance equity and effectiveness are fully institutionalized. We are unapologetically committed to educational justice and racial equity by increasing the presence, effectiveness, and retention of Black educators. Our work centers Black students, families, and educators by designing liberatory pathways into teaching, investing in sustainable program models, and advocating for systems-level change that endures beyond individual programs or classrooms. Position Summary The Director of Administration provides strategic and operational leadership across CBED’s administrative, human resources, IT, and compliance infrastructure. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial & Administrative Officer (CFAO), this position ensures that the organization’s core systems, people, processes, and platforms, operate cohesively, efficiently, and in alignment with CBED’s mission, values, and growth strategy. This position plays a key role in building and sustaining the operational systems that enable CBED to deliver on its mission with efficiency, accountability, and equity. The Director is accountable for leading the daily execution of HR, IT, and administrative operations, maintaining compliance across all employment categories (full-time, part-time, and seasonal), and ensuring that organizational systems and policies are implemented effectively. This role is central to maintaining CBED’s culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The Director supervises the Administrative & Systems Coordinators and oversees HR and IT vendor relationships, ensuring strong performance, compliance, and service delivery. Core Responsibilities Administrative Leadership & Operational Oversight Lead the day-to-day operations of the Administration, HR, IT, and Compliance functions under the direction of the CFAO. Supervise the Administrative & Systems Coordinators and provide ongoing coaching and performance management. Translate organizational policies into actionable processes that ensure consistency, efficiency, and equity across all administrative functions. Develop andmaintainstandard operating procedures for onboarding, procurement, technology, andcomplianceworkflows. Establish andmonitormeasurable service-level standards for internal support (onboarding, systems access, and HR transactions) to ensure responsive, high-quality service to all staff. Oversee all aspects of organizational travel and meeting coordination—including staff travel, retreats, board meetings, and convenings—by designing and implementing systems and tools (e.g., travel management platforms, automated workflows, templates, and expense approval protocols) that ensure consistency, cost efficiency, and compliance with CBED policies. 2. HR Operations & Compliance Oversee all HR operational processes, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and personnel documentation. Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as district-specific requirements for part-time and seasonal employees. Maintainaccurate, confidential, and audit-ready personnel files for all staff, fellows, and temporary workers. Oversee the collection and verification of background checks, clearances, and other district-mandated requirements. Direct HR recordkeeping and compliance systems to ensuretimelyandaccuratedocumentation for reporting and audits. 3. HR Strategy & Talent Planning Implement HR strategies and initiatives under the leadership of the CFAO, ensuring alignment with CBED’s equity and culture goals. Manage HR consultant performance, deliverables, and compliance support, ensuring alignment with internal policies. Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, and retention strategies in collaboration with department leaders and HR consultants. Lead annual HR compliance reviews and support the development of compensation andbenefitsbenchmarks. Develop andmaintaintools and dashboards to track key HR metrics and workforce demographics. 4. IT & Systems Integration Oversee IT systems, vendor performance, and data security, ensuri