Employment Begins: July 1, 2024

Assistant Superintendent of Operations

Standard Position Description

Classification: Administrator Location: District Office

Reports to: Superintendent FLSA Status: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: None

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Part I: Position Summary:

The Assistant Superintendent of Operations will assist the Superintendent in:

• Planning, directing, and coordinating functions of all North Thurston Public Schools operations efforts.
• This position will advise the Superintendent and Board of Directors on matters of personnel policies and personnel issues.
• Monitor the financial health of the district and approve the monthly financial updates to the School Board.
• Lead District planning efforts and participate in planning for collective bargaining leadership.
• Coordinate District operations with other educational and municipal agencies.

Program Leadership: Provide leadership and strategic vision to administrators in all support functions of the district, including but not limited to:

• Financial Services
• Human Resources
• Construction and Planning
• Facilities and Operations
• Transportation Services
• Food Services Programs
• Technology Support Operations
• Public Records
• Athletics
• Risk Management
• Legal Services
• Law Enforcement Liaison
• Actively participate as member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet
• Recommend expenditure and revenue targets for District budget
• District construction bond management
• Coordination of internal and external written and verbal communications related to department functions as well as school board and community engagement activities as assigned.
• Monitor, analyze and develop department structures, assignments and positions to maximize efficiency and effectiveness with assigned fiscal parameters.
• Lead department efforts to support the district’s strategic framework and annual District goals.
• Oversee and implement professional development, supervision and evaluation program for operations department staff.
• Other leadership or management duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
• Required to follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
• Performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position as assigned.

The District represents a diverse community with a population of approximately 54.2% students with diverse backgrounds. We seek an individual who has successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities. The selected candidate must demonstrate a commitment to strengthening community engagement and communication with the district’s diverse populations.

Part II: Supervision and Controls over the Work:

Serves under the broad guidance and administrative supervision of the Superintendent. The Assistant Superintendent of Operations is held responsible for results in terms of effectiveness of planning, policies, and programs, and for achievement of leadership and management goals and objectives. Work is guided by, and must be in compliance with, federal and state law, policy direction of the School Board, and compliance with state and local regulatory agencies, and local collective bargaining agreements. The Assistant Superintendent of Operations works collaboratively with the Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership and the Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Programs to achieve the District’s Strategic Plan Goals.

Part III: Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities credentials listed below:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five (5) years successful experience as a building principal, preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of central office leadership
• Proven ability to actively listen and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including public speaking.
• Demonstrated ability to include staff input in decision-making.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups within and outside of the district.
• Ability to facilitate and promote collaborative decision-making.
• Demonstrated commitment to outstanding customer service and ability to coach and inspire employees to provide outstanding service.
• Proven ability to organize and communicate complex data to diverse audiences.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, synthesize diverse information and facilitate effective solutions for emerging issues.
• Ability to function in an environment characterized by potential for high levels of stress.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate issues/concerns and coordinate preventative efforts to address them.
• Ability to organize and appropriately prioritize leadership and management work to ensure successful operational outcomes and service.
• Demonstrated commitment to fairness, consistency and follow-through in working with staff.
• Ability to provide conflict mediation support when needed.
• Demonstrated history of professional conduct representing strong personal character and integrity resulting in positive staff morale.
• Considerable knowledge of statistical analysis and related computer software.
• Ability to provide supportive guidance and direction to staff.
• Ability to make effective independent decisions as necessary.
• Ability to manage and complete multiple high-priority projects and maintain strict adherence to time and budgetary constraints.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Part V: Desired Qualifications:

• Washington State Principal, Program Administrator’s Certification or applicable experience preferred.
• Washington State Superintendent Credential or applicable experience preferred.
• Specific experience in the areas of Finance and Operations is preferred along with a thorough knowledge of the functions and operations of a large public school (K12) system, including the use of technology to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Experience in public school district planning of budget and staffing.
• Experience in administration of non-instructional operations including transportation, food services, technology, facilities, and/or student support (nursing, counseling, etc.).
• Encourage visionary leadership at all levels in the organization.
• Experience in managing levy and bond processes.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining positive working relationships as a legislative and military liaison.
• Skills and abilities above the required minimums.
• Create an inspiring work environment that promotes student learning, job satisfaction and positive morale.
• Develop a culture of continuous learning where open and honest contributions from staff occur with confidence and respect for others’ ideas.
• Create conditions for others to succeed.

Part VI: Physical and Environmental Requirements of the Position:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, lift, carry, move about, hear and speak. Employee will be required to perform extensive work at a computer display terminal.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 25 to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Frequently works in temperature and humidity-controlled environments.

The employee may sit or stand for longer than 2 hours at a time, may lift objects repeatedly, and may undertake repeated motions.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

North Thurston Public Schools benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees for information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. . For eligibility information, check on the link to the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the link https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan, employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

North Thurston School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Officer: executivedirectorHR@nthurston.k12.wa.us, 360-412-4453; Section 504 Coordinator at 360-412-4465, 504@nthurston.k12.wa.us. Address for both: 305 College St. NE. Lacey, WA 98516.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Effective June 11, 1992, pursuant to Public Law 92544 all new employees must complete a satisfactory fingerprint and sexual misconduct background check. All employment is considered temporary until receipt of satisfactory check. Proof that the fingerprinting process has begun must be supplied to Human Resources prior to the first day of employment.