ICI Director of Operations

Islamic School of Irving

ISI-main - Irving, Texas Job Details

Job ID:

5940751

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 25, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description

Director of Operations

Location:

Islamic Center of Irving (ICI) — Irving, Texas

Reports to: Board of Directors

Oversees:

Facilities & Grounds, School Operations Support, Marketplace/Retail Operations, Parking & Traffic Management, Residential/Apartment Complex Operations, Security, Vendor & Contractor Relations

About the Organization

The Islamic Center of Irving is a large, multi-use community institution encompassing a full-service mosque, a large Islamic school, an on-site marketplace, an extensive parking facility, and a residential apartment complex. The organization requires a seasoned executive capable of unifying these diverse operational units under a single, disciplined management structure while serving a large and diverse community.

Position Summary

The Director of Operations is the senior executive responsible for the day-to-day management, strategic planning, and long-term development of all facilities, programs, and business units of the Islamic Center of Irving. This individual will provide institutional leadership , property and infrastructure management, commercial operations (marketplace), community engagement, safety/security, and governance support — ensuring the Center operates efficiently, safely, and in alignment with its mission and Board priorities.

Strategic & Organizational Leadership

Direct overall strategy, operations, and performance across all Center divisions (mosque, school, marketplace, parking, apartment complex).

Advise the Board of Directors/Executive Committee on strategic priorities, risk, budgets, and major capital decisions.

Establish policies, performance standards, and accountability structures across departments.

Facilities, Infrastructure & Property Management

Oversee maintenance, capital improvement, and infrastructure planning for the campus, including the large parking facility and apartment complex.

Manage vendor, contractor, and utility relationships; oversee readiness and compliance for all physical assets.

Plan and execute infrastructure and development projects, including land use, phased construction, and master planning.

School Operations Support

Partner with school academic leadership on administration, facilities, resource allocation, safety, and institutional maintenance(without directing curriculum/academics).

support campus safety protocols

Marketplace & Commercial Operations

Oversee leasing, vendor relations, and day-to-day operations of the on-site marketplace.

Ensure commercial operations generate reliable revenue while maintaining community standards and service quality.

Waqf Complex Collaboration

Oversee property compliance with ICI.

Parking, Traffic & Safety

Manage large-scale parking operations, especially during peak attendance (Friday prayers, Ramadan, Eid, school hours).

Develop traffic flow, crowd management, and security plans in coordination with local authorities.

Governance, Compliance & Finance

Support budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation across all business units.

Ensure compliance with applicable municipal, safety, labor, and nonprofit regulations.

Prepare Board reporting and support committee governance.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as a key liaison to community members, city officials, donors, and partner organizations.

Represent the Center in public, interfaith, and civic settings.

Staff Leadership

Recruit, develop, and manage department heads and support staff across all operational units.

Foster a disciplined, service-oriented, and mission-aligned organizational culture.

Qualifications

Required

15+ years of senior leadership experience directing complex, multi-function organizations (institutional, governmental, educational, or large nonprofit environments).

Demonstrated experience overseeing facilities/infrastructure, budgeting, compliance, and multidisciplinary teams.

Strong governance experience — advising boards, managing risk, and translating strategy into execution.

Experience with large-scale public-facing operations (crowd flow, safety, community programs).

Excellent stakeholder management skills across government, community, and institutional partners.

Masters degree required; advanced degree in business, public administration, security/strategy, or related field strongly preferred.

Preferred

Experience overseeing educational institutions or academic administration.

Experience with commercial/retail leasing or property management operations.

Experience with capital projects, land development, or economic-zone/infrastructure management.

Familiarity with Islamic community institutions and cultural/religious sensitivities.

Crisis and emergency response management experience.

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$35,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

Master degree preferred.

Citizenship, residency or work visa required