Waco ISD - Chief Operations Officer

Job Details

Region: 12
School District/Employer: Waco ISD
District Category/Employer: Central Office,
Position: Assistant Superintendent,
Assignment Level:
Job Title: Chief Operations Officer
School:
Campus Description:
Date Posted: 6/18/2026
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Primary Purpose:
The Chief Operations Officer provides strategic vision, leadership and operational oversight for the district’s physical and digital infrastructure. This role unifies the management of facilities, construction and information technology systems. The primary focus is to ensure a safe, efficient and technologically advanced learning and administrative environment that directly aligns with the district’s educational goals.
Primary Purpose:
The Chief Operations Officer provides strategic vision, leadership and operational oversight for the district’s physical and digital infrastructure. This role unifies the management of facilities, construction and information technology systems. The primary focus is to ensure a safe, efficient and technologically advanced learning and administrative environment that directly aligns with the district’s educational goals.
Qualifications: Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited University or College
Master’s Degree in technology related field (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Leadership and Strategy: Skilled in communications, team building, complex-problem solving and building consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data to implement long-range operational and technology plans.
Regulatory Compliance: Knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA) rules and regulations, including data reporting standards (PEIMS, TREx, TEDS, TSDS). Familiarity with local, state and federal laws regarding public procurement, construction, property casualty practices, and data security.
Technical Infrastructure: Broad understanding of wireless network architecture, fiber optics, hardware/software applications, telecommunications and system connectivity.
Operational Management: ability to effectively deliver district-wide services, prioritize projects and maintain high standards of customer service.

Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in facilities management and/or information technology infrastructure administration
Experience with public school construction, bond project planning and vendor/contract management in an organization of comparable size.
Salary Range: salary starts at $147,796
Benefits: https://www.wacoisd.org/staff/benefits-risk-management-leave/overview
How To Apply: https://www.applitrack.com/wacoisd/onlineapp/_application.aspx?starting=true

Contact Person:

Name: Elesa Maimbourg
Email: elesa.maimbourg@wacoisd.org
Address: P.O. Box 27
City: Waco
State: TX
Zip: 76703-0027
Phone: (254) 755-9421
Fax: (254) 755-9690