Full-Time

Associate – Renovations & Facilities

Posted on 9/10/2025

Success Academy Charter School

Success Academy Charter School

1,001-5,000 employees

Operates NYC public charter schools

Compensation Overview

$65k - $70k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Requirements
  • Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably with exposure to operations, project coordination, or administrative support roles.
  • Proactive & Adaptable: A "go-getter" who is not afraid to jump in, learn new things quickly, and thrive in an environment where priorities can shift rapidly. Able to adapt and pivot quickly in a changing landscape.
  • High Standards: Demonstrates a high excellence bar for self and others, maintaining consistently high standards for the quality of work product.
  • Detail-Oriented & Analytical: Possesses exceptional attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills, able to analyze information and identify solutions.
  • Strategic Thinker: Is a strategic thinker who can translate vision into actionable steps and contribute to broader team goals.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
  • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) and comfortable learning new software or tools quickly.
Responsibilities
  • Project Coordination Support: Assist in the coordination and tracking of various renovation projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
  • Permit Management: Support the application, tracking, and management of necessary permits for construction, renovation, and facilities-related activities.
  • Annual Custodial Engineer Ratings: Aid in the collection and organization of documentation required for annual building compliance and safety ratings.
  • Election Cycle Space Planning: Provide logistical and planning support for optimizing school spaces during election cycles or other large-scale events that impact facility usage.
  • Facilities Issue Triaging: Serve as a point of contact for incoming facilities issues, triaging requests, and coordinating with relevant teams for swift resolution.
  • Vendor and Stakeholder Communication: Assist in maintaining effective communication with external vendors, contractors, and internal school staff regarding facilities matters.
  • Data Management & Reporting: Maintain organized records, update databases, and prepare reports related to facilities operations and project progress.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for streamlining facilities processes and contribute to developing more efficient workflows.
  • General Administrative Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Facilities and Renovations teams as needed.
Success Academy Charter School

Success Academy Charter School

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Operates high-performing public charter schools across NYC (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens) to provide K–12 education with a strong community focus. Schools are funded mainly by per-student public dollars plus private donations and use rigorous curricula and supportive teaching to boost achievement and college readiness. It differentiates itself with very high graduation rates, strict academic standards, and a community-oriented model backed by both public funding and philanthropy. The goal is to close the NYC achievement gap and prepare students for college and long-term success.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$38.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ken Griffin's $50M gift launches Miami expansion in 2026.
  • Uwill partnership delivers 24/7 teletherapy to high school scholars.
  • Student-led mental health club boosts peer support and awareness.

What critics are saying

  • NYC teachers union lawsuit blocks new charters within 18 months.
  • Teacher attrition from burnout erodes performance in 6 months.
  • Florida expansion fails from regulations in 12 months.

What makes Success Academy Charter School unique

  • Success Academy enforces rigorous 'no excuses' discipline model unique in NYC charters.
  • Innovative teaching prioritizes test prep and academic excellence for college prep.
  • Expands facilities like Brooklyn athletic field via $1.9M NJCC loan in 2025.

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Philanthropy News Digest
Oct 3rd, 2025
Ken Griffin commits $50 million to launch Success Academy in Florida

Success Academy, a New York City-based charter school, has received a $50 million gift from billionaire Ken Griffin to expand into Miami, the South Florida Business Journal reports.

Forbes
Apr 30th, 2025
Why Ac Milan And Off-White Are Collaborating With Nyc Success Academy

AC Milan and Off-White™ collaborated on the “I SUPPORT SPORT FOR CHANGE” t-shirt to benefit. More Fondazione Milan’s Sport for Change program. In 2025, proceeds from sales of the t-shirt will support soccer and education programs at Success Academy Charter Schools in New York City. AC Milan/Off-White™The I SUPPORT SPORT FOR CHANGE t-shirt collaboration between football powerhouse AC Milan and fashion powerbrand Off-White is more than a limited-edition fashion drop. With proceeds from the $100 garment going to support Success Academy Charter Schools in New York City, it’s a connection that brings global sport into local communities to create new pathways for youth education.“This collaboration opens the minds of our scholars to again see what could be possible,” Success Academy athletic director Peter Dicce said. “We talk to our scholars about how it’s great to have hopes and dreams of being a pro player, but there's a way to be involved in sports that extends beyond that—being a doctor for the team, being a reporter, managing the stadium and team facilities, designing uniforms and apparel, or running a retail store.”The project builds on more than two decades of community work by AC Milan’s charity foundation arm, Fondazione Milan , using sport to encourage positive changes for vulnerable youth

PR Newswire
Mar 26th, 2025
$1.9 Million Njcc Loan Makes Needed Athletic Field Possible For Success Academy Charter Schools In Brooklyn, New York

New Jersey Community Capital's loan furthers its mission-driven goals and expands community impact into New York.NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, New Jersey Community Capital announced it closed on a $1.9 million loan to New York City-based Apex Development Group, LLC. The loan is financing a much-needed athletic field at 54 Woods Place in Brooklyn for Success Academy Charter Schools-NYC. The loan will allow Apex to purchase and lease the field to Success Academy so it can expand its quickly growing soccer programs at two of its K-4 schools located at 15 Snyder Ave. in Flatbush and 72 Veronica Pl. in Crown Heights. Both facilities serve diverse student populations and are close enough to be able to share the field."As a community development financial institution, we're always looking for projects that support our mission to maximize economic development and educational opportunities in overlooked areas and create sustainable returns for investors

Success Academy Charter Schools
Aug 17th, 2022
Success Academies receives award Rookie of the Year Excellence Awards

With that in mind, Success Academies asked the advice of a number of experts — teachers who were just starting out this time last year and went on to be honored with Rookie of the Year Excellence Awards in the spring.

Success Academy Charter Schools
May 31st, 2022
Success Academies partners with Uwill, Inc.

That’s why Success Academies has partnered with Uwill to provide easy access to counseling and other tools for high school scholars, all at no cost.

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