Manager II, People and Operations

EdTrust

Manager II, People and Operations at EdTrust leading operations functions and improving educational equity. Responsible for supporting operational efficiency and managing the employee life cycle in New York office.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,070 - $107,580 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Executive Director and Deputy Directors to set the long-term vision for the People & Operations function at EdTrust-New York and translate that vision into short and long-term goals with relevant work plans
Manage operational and talent-related projects and programs that maintain regulatory compliance, improve operational efficiency and standardization, and increase user-friendliness
Serve as the subject-matter expert for the office on finance and administration-related matters
Serve as the primary administrator and strategic owner of EdTrust-New York's project management system in Asana
Manage the process to finalize and publish all public facing materials
Manage programs, events, and employee engagement activities that build and sustain a culture of belonging
Solicit and track employee feedback on operational systems and structures
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of cross-functional collaboration systems
Recruit, hire, and manage 1-2 employees and/or interns as appropriate and budget permitting

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a bachelor’s degree
Significant (e.g., 5 years) related work experience in HR, People, and/or Operations
Interest in / knowledge of education policy, especially around issues of equity
Experience with project management tools such as Asana
Experience with cloud-based financial management software such as Intacct

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance covered at 100% for employee
Significant coverage offered for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Sick leave, vacation leave, and personal leave
Office closed for a week-long summer break and a week-long winter break
Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee
Generous 7% contribution opportunity on a 403(b)-retirement plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementregulatory complianceoperational efficiencyemployee engagementrecruitmenttalent managementcross-functional collaborationfinancial management

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsstrategic planningproblem-solving

Certifications

bachelor's degree