Assistant Superintendent

POSITION TITLE: Assistant SuperintendentDEPARTMENT/SERVICE AREA: Administrative ServicesREPORTS TO: SuperintendentFLSA STATUS/ CLASSIFICATION: ExemptSALARY PLACEMENT: Salary and Benefits negotiated with School Board260 /12 monthsPosition Purpose/SummaryThe Assistant Superintendent serves as a strategic partner to the Superintendent and a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for leading agency-wide alignment, operational execution, and regional impact in service of the Local Service Plan and component districts.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesExecutive Leadership and Systems ManagementTo lead strategic and operational systems by:Providing executive leadership for programs and services aligned with the Local Service PlanServing as a member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and Executive Leadership TeamAdvising the Superintendent on operational, strategic, and organizational mattersActs on behalf of the Superintendent in internal and external settings, including representing the agency, making decisions, and ensuring continuity of leadership in the Superintendent's absenceDirecting and overseeing assigned departments and service areas, which may include: Regional Services and School Improvement; Operational Systems (e.g., technology, facilities, and infrastructure); and Student Support and Access Programs (e.g., homeschool/truancy, Title programs)Ensures coherence across assigned service areas, aligning priorities, resources, and service delivery to maximize impact for component districtsEstablishing clear expectations, supervising staff, and evaluating performanceSupporting recruitment, selection, onboarding, and professional development of assigned staffSupporting development of leadership capacity and succession planning within assigned departmentsEnsuring alignment and coordination of services across departments and programsSupporting implementation of agency goals, priorities, and strategic initiativesParticipating in strategic planning and continuous improvement effortsPartner Engagement and Intergovernmental RelationsTo engage partners and facilitate collaboration by:Representing the Superintendent and agency in regional, state, interagency, and external meetings and collaborative effortsBuilds and maintains strong, trust-based relationships with component district superintendents, aligning agency services to meet diverse district needs and regional prioritiesRepresents the agency in regional partnerships and collaboratives, navigating varying interests to advance shared outcomes for students and communitiesConnects district needs with agency services and external partners to ensure coherent, responsive regional supportMaintaining effective working relationships with component school districts, the Oregon Department of Education, staff, and community partnersFacilitating cross-departmental coordination and integrated planning effortsParticipating in committees, task forces, and workgroups as assignedCommunicating with internal and external partners regarding programs, services, and initiativesPreparing and delivering executive briefs, presentations, and updates to the Board, Superintendent, leadership team, and external partnersResponding to Board inquiries and supporting implementation of Board direction as assignedPolicy Implementation, Compliance, and Fiscal StewardshipTo ensure policy compliance, fiscal accountability, and responsible stewardship by:Interpreting and implementing Board policies, administrative rules, and applicable state and federal requirementsApplies professional judgment in interpreting policy, balancing compliance requirements with operational realities and the needs of component districtsEnsuring agency programs and practices comply with legal, regulatory, and administrative requirementsOverseeing assigned budgets, grants, and fiscal operations, ensuring strategic and compliant use of resources aligned with agency prioritiesEffective stewardship of public funds and resourcesMaintaining systems of accountability for assigned programs and servicesEnsures alignment of agency operations with Board governance expectations and supports implementation of Board directionPromotes transparency and clarity in fiscal and programmatic decisions with internal and external partners Data Analysis and Continuous Improvement To use data and lead continuous improvement by:Using data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform decision-makingSupporting the development and use of program evaluation systems to assess outcomes and effectivenessMonitoring and supporting continuous improvement processes across the agencyUsing data-informed analysis to support planning, alignment, and improvement effortsEquity Leadership and Organizational CultureTo lead and sustain an inclusive, equitable, and high-performing organizational culture by:Embedding equity into agency strategy, decision-making, and service delivery to ensure responsive and effective support for all component districts and the students they serveFostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and accountability across departments and teams, ensuring staff feel supported, valued, and aligned in their workLeading efforts to build organizational coherence, aligning systems, practices, and behaviors with agency values and prioritiesSupporting the development of leaders and staff through inclusive practices, professional learning, and capacity-building effortsEnsuring that agency policies, practices, and resource allocation reflect a commitment to equitable outcomes and continuous improvementModeling and reinforcing expectations for professional conduct, collaboration, and engagement across the organizationQualifications And RequirementsEducation and Licensure Master's degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field requiredValid Oregon Professional Administrator License issued by the Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC), or eligibility to obtain licensure, requiredExperienceMinimum of seven (7) years of experience in education, including instructional or related service rolesMinimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative or supervisory leadership experience in an educational settingExperience within an Education Service District or multi-district system preferredExperience in Special Education administration or leadership preferredAny equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be consideredKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesKnowledge of Oregon educational systems, Education Service District operations, and Local Service Plan structuresKnowledge of state and federal education laws, rules, and compliance requirementsAbility to lead complex, multi-departmental organizational systemsAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse internal and external partnersAbility to analyze and use data to inform decision-making and continuous improvementAbility to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and presentation formatsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a complex executive environmentDemonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practicesProficiency with standard business and educational technology systems, including Microsoft and Google Workspace applicationsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.This position requires frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment. The employee regularly stands, sits, walks, bends, reaches, and communicates verbally and in writing. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move materials or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds. The position requires close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Frequent travel to off-site locations is required, with occasional evening or weekend travel.Work Environment/ConditionsWork is generally performed in a clean, indoor office environment. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather during travel or off-site activities. The position requires regular interaction with staff, district personnel, and external agencies in both formal and informal settings.Work ExpectationsEffectively engage with individuals from diverse cultures or backgrounds and experiences.Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and appropriate behavior, speech, and attire.Utilize appropriate equipment and software as established for agency use as well as other equipment and software appropriate to the assignment.Maintain regular and punctual attendance.Confer regularly with immediate supervisor.Follow all District work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.Perform program responsibilities in accordance with statutes, OARs, administrative rules, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.EvaluationPerformance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of Board policy and the evaluation program adopted for the position.