Will Walker
Principal of Operations at IDEA Public Schools
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About
Executive Director–level leader with 20+ years of experience across education, behavioral health, juvenile justice, and residential care. Proven ability to lead teams, ensure compliance, improve operations, and strengthen organizational performance. Experienced in managing complex programs serving high-needs populations. Doctoral candidate in Organizational Leadership with graduate degrees in healthcare administration and education.
Experience
Principal of Operations (Executive Leadership) - IDEA Public Schools - Cincinnati, OH
(2024-01)
- Lead campus operations: safety, facilities, transportation, enrollment, compliance
- Manage cross-functional teams supporting student outcomes
- Implement systems improving accountability and performance
Program Executive Director - Restoration Ranch - Monroe, OH
(2022-01 - 2024-12)
- Directed residential program operations and staff supervision
- Ensured licensing compliance and service quality
Executive Director – Juvenile Residential - Hillcrest Academy - Cincinnati, OH
(2021-01 - 2023-12)
- Oversaw behavioral health residential program operations
- Managed compliance, staffing, safety, and youth outcomes
Behavior Health Specialist 2 - Cincinnati Children's Hospital
(2012-01)
Mental health Specialist - Lindner Center of Hope
(2015-01 - 2019-12)
Mental Health Counselor - Best Point (Children's Home of Cincinnati)
(2008-01 - 2015-12)
Program Director / Supervisor - Lodgemaker (VisionQuest) - Los Angeles, CA
(2004-01 - 2008-12)
Education
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) - Organizational Leadership
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
