Executive Director Of Operations
CurrentJake Slobodnik is the Executive Director of Operations for Blue Valley School District located in Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe, Kansas. Jake has the honor of working alongside an amazing team dedicated to improving the lives and educational opportunities for nearly 23,000 students. Through strategic, long-term planning and careful implementation, Jake’s team oversees all operational aspects of food and nutrition services, business operations, transportation, goods and services procurement and distribution, printing services, facility maintenance, grounds, custodial, and all capital improvement projects. During Jake’s time in Blue Valley, he has overseen over 170 capital improvement projects totaling more than $400 Million including Blue Valley’s two newest elementary schools, Aspen Grove and Wolf Springs. From initial conception, budgeting and planning to implementation, Jake’s primary focus is to provide opportunities for all students to learn in a way that best suits their needs, providing staff with the resources they need for success, and offering patrons of Blue Valley facilities they can be proud of. As careful stewards of tax dollars, Jake’s team emphasizes long-term results, quality work, and impactful learning environments.Jake obtained his Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from the University of Nebraska and is a LEED Accredited Professional.
