The Browning School is a K-12 boys school located on 62nd Street in midtown Manhattan, New York. Founded by scholar and teacher John A. Browning, The Browning School has been a leader in fostering the intellectual and personal growth of boys and young men since 1888. Serving roughly 400 students in kindergarten through grade 12, Browning strives to combine the best of a traditional prep school environment and curriculum with imaginative teaching and a strong value system – all in a single-sex setting.

MISSION STATEMENT AND VALUES
The Browning School fosters growth of courageous and compassionate men of intellect and integrity who aspire to contribute meaningfully to our world.

The Browning gentleman develops amid a community that upholds these values…

HONESTY
We speak the truth, act with integrity, and take responsibility for our actions.

DIGNITY
We honor and celebrate the dignity of all people and support the power of a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community.

CURIOSITY
We encourage and celebrate open-minded inquiry about our world and the perspectives of those around us.

PURPOSE
We believe that education encourages exploration and discovery in pursuit of meaning and enduring fulfillment.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT
The Browning School strives to create a diverse community in which all members are safe, respected and valued. We believe that in actively promoting a diverse learning environment, we are fostering intellectual, social, and emotional growth for all. Recognizing and pursuing diversity, however, are not enough; we seek to transcend mere tolerance of differences and aspire to a celebration of the varied appearances, abilities, perspectives, and values that characterize our community.

BROWNING PHILOSOPHY OF LEARNING
Boys come to Browning to be known, challenged, and inspired.  When a boy’s capacities and aspirations are known and understood by his teachers, that boy can be guided, year after year, to take increasing ownership of his learning.  He will develop the disposition not only to respond to others’ questions, but also the ability to craft questions of his own, questions that will drive his class’s process of inquiry.  Through this activity, the boys are likewise challenged to ask similar searching questions of themselves.  It is through this questioning that they come to understand their identities as intellectual and moral agents, and recognize the opportunities they have to develop and refine their senses of self and character.  In reflecting upon the bigger, essential questions that arise from their self-examination and academic work alike, Browning boys are inspired to seek a deeper level of understanding and to build a sense of purpose that will engage their passions and skills in the service of the world beyond themselves.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Browning School is looking for an Operations Associate. The position is expected to begin in August 2022.

Key Responsibilities
The Operations Associate is a key member of the Browning staff and community. This individual is responsible for building strong relationships with faculty, staff, and students in ways which enable the operational functions of the school to support Browning’s program and mission. A successful Operations Associate will have a passion for being part of the school community and implementing operational and organizational strategies that allow each school day to operate smoothly. Among other things, they are tasked with:

Administrative Support - Assisting members of the administrative leadership team with scheduling, maintaining students records, preparing for assemblies & events, and other organizational tasks as needed

Attendance - Recording and organizing matters related to student attendance on a daily basis with precision

Communication - Partner with communications team to format and send official correspondence through the Veracross system

Switchboard - Operating the school telephone switchboard and reception desk for an hour each day and as needed for additional coverage

Transportation & Trips - Organizing field trip logistics including transportation and bookings in collaboration with faculty; Monitoring and assisting with sign outs and buses for daily dismissal

Ordering - Ordering classroom materials, supplies, and books throughout the year, including overseeing the summer ordering of books and supplies for the new school year

Hiring Support - Implementing logistics during the hiring process including collecting and organizing applicant resumes and creating interview and school visit schedules

Registrar Support - Support with managing rosters, record requests, and student records through the Veracross system

Collaboration - Heartily contributing to the school community by collaborating with other members of the operations team and the teaching faculty


Key Competencies
In general, successful members of the Browning faculty and staff are:

Champions of boys -- They believe in and love the expansive potential in boys.
Relationship-oriented -- They actively build meaningful relationships with students and families.
Purpose-driven -- They are inquiry-minded, curious and resourceful in finding solutions and growth opportunities.
Justice-seeking -- They seek to address students and their needs with an equity-oriented and antiracist lens and engage in the deep work of equity in the classroom and school community.
Can-do collaborators -- They seek collaboration and listen deeply to others, and they believe that a can-do attitude allows a team to accomplish more.

A dynamic, team-oriented Operations Associate is sought to join The Browning School. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and collegial, as well as maintaining a positive outlook towards operational goals and priorities. This individual should be able to handle several projects simultaneously and maintain discreet professionalism regarding student and faculty matters. Proficiency in working with G-Suite platforms and databases, as well as strong communication skills, are key components to this role. Experience in a school setting or a people-centered institution is preferred. This is a 12 month position.

Those interested in the position should send their résumé and cover letter to Eric Ogden, Head of Lower School, at employment@browning.edu with the subject line “Operations Associate.”