Los Angeles Unified School District

Associate Superintendent

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of leadership experience in educational administration or a related field
  • Master's degree in education, public administration, or a related area; doctorate preferred
  • Strong knowledge of educational policies and school operations
  • Ability to articulate a vision for educational improvement
  • Proven track record of managing complex projects and diverse teams

Responsibilities

  • Plan and direct operations and services for assigned divisions
  • Review and lead departmental projects and initiatives
  • Represent the County Superintendent in various functions as required
  • Collaborate with leadership team to ensure alignment with strategic goals
  • Evaluate programs and services for continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • 16 Paid Holidays including floating holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Eligible for stipends for advanced degrees
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under the supervision of the County Superintendent of Schools, plans, organizes, directs, reviews, and leads operations and services of departments, projects, programs, and initiatives in an assigned Division and as otherwise directed by the County Superintendent. May be assigned leadership responsibilities for additional programs, departments, or Divisions at the discretion of the County Superintendent. May be assigned to represent the County Superintendent and/or cover special assigned duties. This is an executive certificated administrator position and a member of the County Superintendent's Cabinet.

Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master's degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

EXAMINATION PROCEDURES::
Following the final filing date, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview tentatively scheduled for September 22, 2026. Scheduled dates are subject to change as deemed necessary by Human Resources.

Candidates will be invited over email, using the email supplied within their EdJoin.org applications. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.

HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:

The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
  • Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Benefit and Retirement information may vary depending on the bargaining unit. Full-time employees (30 hrs.+/ weekly) are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents. Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents. For more information, please visit our benefits page: Employee Benefits.

RECRUITMENT CONTACT
For questions about the position or recruitment process, please contact:
Yolanda Anguiano
(408) 453-6848
[email protected]

About Los Angeles Unified School District

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of over 550,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
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