Assistant Superintendent -Business & Facilities

Simi Valley Unified School District; Simi Valley, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Simi Valley Unified School District is seeking a Senior Management executive in the Business & Facilities Department to lead district-wide business operations from the District Office in Simi Valley, California. This 12-month, full-time exempt position reports to the Superintendent and sits on the Cabinet, overseeing fiscal services, facilities, IT, transportation, and related support functions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), seven years of senior-level management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Master's degree in a related field is desirable.
• Seven years of increasing management experience in school business/public administration or related field.
• At least two years in a senior management capacity with responsibility for multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic planning for district divisions.
• Advise Superintendent and Board on fiscal, facilities, technology, and strategic resource allocation.
• Oversee fiscal operations, budgeting, accounting, payroll, and procurement.
• Direct facilities planning, maintenance, and capital programs.
• Lead risk management and compliance with laws and board policies.
• Develop district-wide performance measures and accountability standards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Board communication

Organizational leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree desirable

Job description

To fill a future vacancy for the duration of the eligibility list, established for up to one year. The anticipated vacancy is a 12-month, full-time, Senior Management exempt position in the Business & Facilities Department located at the District Office in Simi Valley, California.

FILING DEADLINE:

Completed applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on October 7, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

EXAMINATION PROCESS:

A. Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation - Qualifying (Pass/Fail)

B. Structured Interview - 100% of Final Score

The structured interview is tentatively scheduled for the week ofOctober 19, 2026.

The structured interview will be conducted in person. This position requires regularon-site work at the Simi Valley Unified School District Office.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications stated in this recruitment bulletin by the filing deadline to advance in the examination process. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants will then have their application materials evaluated by a screening committee based on the training and experience demonstrated in their application and responses to the supplemental questions. Applicants receiving the highest T&E ratings will be invited to participate in the structured interview.

Candidates who successfully complete all examination components and are determined to be qualified will be placed on an unranked eligibility list in accordance with California Education Code Section 45256.5. Placement on the eligibility list does not guarantee appointment.

The examination process is subject to modification as needs dictate. All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent via email.

IMPORTANT:

The information provided inWork Experience section of the application will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Be sure to includeall current and previous employmentand complete all required fields. Incomplete employment information may affect eligibility for consideration.

This position is part of theClassified Service and is designated as Senior Management in accordance withCalifornia Education Code Section 45256.5 and Merit System Rule 3.10.2.B.

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications arenot intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Purpose Statement

Under the direction of the Superintendent, plans, directs, administers, and evaluates the District's business and operational services, including fiscal services, budgeting, accounting, payroll, purchasing, warehouse operations, risk management, information technology, facilities planning, maintenance and operations, transportation, food and nutrition services, construction, modernization, and related support functions. Serves as a member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and provides leadership, advice, and recommendations regarding fiscal stewardship, operational effectiveness, facilities planning, technology governance, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, resource allocation, and long-range strategic planning. Ensures business and operational services support student achievement, organizational effectiveness, and District priorities.

Distinguishing Career Features

The Assistant Superintendent, Business Services & Facilities is a Cabinet-level executive classification responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating the District's business and operational services. Through assigned directors and management staff, the position provides strategic leadership and oversight of major business and operational functions supporting Districtwide programs, services, and operations. The position is accountable for ensuring effective stewardship of District resources, organizational effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Board policies.

Essential Functions

Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Serves as a member of the Superintendent's Cabinet and participates in executive leadership, policy development, strategic planning, and organizational decision-making.
• Advises the Superintendent and Board of Education on fiscal, operational, facilities, technology, risk management, and strategic resource allocation matters.
• Serves as the Superintendent's principal advisor on fiscal, facilities, operational, and business matters and provides strategic recommendations to support Board decision-making.
• Establishes strategic priorities, organizational goals, and performance expectations for assigned divisions.
• Provides executive leadership and direction through assigned directors responsible for fiscal services, information technology, facilities, maintenance and operations, transportation, food and nutrition services, purchasing, warehouse operations, and risk management.
• Evaluates strategic, fiscal, operational, and policy recommendations and establishes appropriate courses of action consistent with District goals and priorities.
• Ensures business and operational services are aligned with District goals, educational priorities, and organizational objectives.

Organizational Performance & Accountability

• Establishes Districtwide performance measures, accountability standards, and service expectations for assigned divisions.
• Evaluates operational effectiveness and directs continuous improvement efforts to enhance service delivery, efficiency, customer service, and organizational performance.
• Develops and presents data-driven analyses, fiscal projections, and recommendations regarding the allocation of financial, personnel, and operational resources to support District priorities and organizational objectives; advises the Superintendent and Board of Education regarding the impacts, risks, tradeoffs, and long-term implications of proposed resource allocation decisions.
• Reviews performance data, operational reports, risk assessments, audits, and strategic indicators to guide decision-making.

Leadership & Personnel Management

• Evaluates the performance of assigned directors and executive management staff.
• Establishes performance expectations, accountability standards, and organizational goals for assigned divisions.
• Develops organizational leadership capacity through succession planning, executive coaching, and professional development initiatives.
• Fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Fiscal Leadership & Resource Management

• Provides strategic direction and executive oversight for District fiscal operations, financial planning, budgeting, accounting, payroll, investments, cash management, and financial reporting functions.
• Directs development of the annual budget, multi-year financial projections, and long-range fiscal planning strategies.
• Advises the Superintendent and Board regarding fiscal solvency, budget assumptions, reserve levels, and long-range financial planning.
• Evaluates fiscal impacts of proposed programs, staffing models, labor agreements, contracts, grants, capital projects, and strategic initiatives.
• Provides fiscal analysis and recommendations regarding collective bargaining proposals and their impact on the District's short- and long-term financial condition.
• Reviews financial reports, audit findings, fiscal trends, and budget performance indicators and directs appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensures compliance with applicable fiscal reporting requirements and governmental regulations.

Facilities, Capital Programs & Asset Stewardship

• Provides executive oversight of facilities planning, maintenance and operations, construction, modernization, asset stewardship, and capital improvement programs.
• Establishes long-range priorities for facilities development, asset stewardship, infrastructure investments, and capital renewal.
• Reviews, approves, and provides strategic direction regarding major facilities recommendations, capital projects, and long-range facilities plans.
• Advises the Superintendent and Board regarding facilities utilization, enrollment impacts, construction priorities, and capital investments.
• Provides executive oversight of bond-funded projects and other major capital improvement initiatives, as assigned.

Information Technology Governance

• Provides executive oversight for information technology services, enterprise systems, cybersecurity initiatives, communications systems, infrastructure investments, and technology support operations.
• Establishes technology priorities, governance practices, and investment strategies supporting instructional and operational goals.
• Reviews major technology investments, cybersecurity risks, enterprise systems initiatives, and technology modernization plans.
• Ensures the security, reliability, continuity, and effective governance of District information systems and technology resources.

Purchasing, Contracts & Warehouse Operations

• Provides executive oversight of procurement, purchasing, warehouse operations, inventory management, materials distribution, and contract administration activities.
• Establishes policies, controls, and accountability measures that promote transparency, fiscal stewardship, and compliance with public procurement requirements.
• Reviews significant purchasing recommendations, contractual agreements, and procurement strategies.
• Ensures procurement, warehouse, and contract administration functions support District operational and instructional priorities while maintaining regulatory compliance and fiscal accountability.

Risk Management, Organizational Compliance, and Benefits

• Provides executive oversight of workers' compensation, insurance programs, liability management, claims administration, safety programs, and loss prevention activities.
• Provides executive oversight of employee benefits administration, benefit program design, vendor services, compliance activities, and long-range benefit planning.
• Directs risk management strategies to identify, evaluate, prioritize, and mitigate operational, financial, legal, and reputational risks while protecting District resources, operations, employees, students, and assets.
• Monitors compliance with applicable laws, regulations, audit requirements, and Board policies affecting assigned divisions.
• Supports emergency preparedness, business continuity, and operational resiliency planning.

Transportation Services

• Provides executive oversight of transportation services and fleet management operations, establishing service standards, operational priorities, and performance expectations while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant transportation services.

Food & Nutrition Services

• Provides executive oversight of food and nutrition services, establishing strategic priorities, financial objectives, and performance expectations while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective service delivery.

Board, Community & Governmental Relations

• Prepares and presents reports, recommendations, analyses, and agenda items to the Board of Education.
• Represents the District before governmental agencies, regulatory bodies, professional organizations, and community stakeholders.
• Communicates complex fiscal, operational, facilities, and strategic matters clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

Other Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned in support of District goals and objectives.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Public Administration, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field is desirable.
• Seven years of increasingly responsible management experience in school business administration, public administration, finance, facilities, operational services, or a related field, including significant responsibility for organizational leadership, budgeting, strategic planning, and operational oversight.
• At least two years of experience in a senior management or executive leadership capacity with responsibility for directing and integrating multiple organizational functions.

Licenses and Certificates

• Valid California Driver's License.
• Chief Business Official certification is desirable.

Skills To:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for diverse business and support service functions.
• Lead strategic planning and organizational improvement initiatives.
• Analyze complex financial, operational, legal, and organizational issues and formulate effective solutions.
• Direct and evaluate complex organizational functions through assigned directors and management staff.
• Communicate effectively with governing boards, executive leadership, governmental agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Prepare and present complex reports, recommendations, and presentations.
• Build consensus and foster collaborative relationships among internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge Of:

• Public school finance, accounting, budgeting, auditing, and financial reporting.
• California Education Code, Government Code, and laws governing school district business operations.
• Principles of organizational governance, strategic resource allocation, and public sector administration.
• Strategic planning, organizational leadership, and executive management principles.
• Facilities planning, maintenance, construction management, and capital improvement programs.
• Principles and practices of facilities funding, school construction, and capital program administration.
• Information technology governance, enterprise systems, cybersecurity principles, and technology planning.
• Purchasing, warehouse operations, contract administration, and public procurement requirements.
• Risk management, workers' compensation, insurance programs, and loss prevention practices.
• Employee benefits administration and related regulatory compliance requirements.
• Transportation and child nutrition program administration.
• Principles and practices of supervision, performance management, and organizational development.

Ability To:

• Provide strategic direction for Districtwide business and operational functions.
• Interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, policies, contracts, and administrative requirements.
• Advise executive leadership and governing boards on complex fiscal, operational, facilities, and strategic matters.
• Analyze financial and operational data and develop sound recommendations.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion in highly sensitive matters.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Lead through directors and management staff.
• Manage competing priorities and complex organizational challenges.

Physical Abilities To:

• Function effectively in office, school, warehouse, facilities, and construction environments.
• Sit, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout District locations.
• Operate computers and office equipment.
• Read plans, reports, financial documents, and technical materials.
• Hear and communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Travel throughout and beyond District boundaries as required.

Working Environment

Work is performed in office, school, operational, warehouse, and construction environments with regular travel throughout the District and occasional travel outside District boundaries. Evening and weekend meetings, emergency response activities, and attendance at professional conferences may be required.