District Operations Leader – Administrative Services

Lexington City Schools; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington City Schools is seeking an Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services to lead district operations, including athletics, federal programs, nutrition, and transportation. The role reports to the Superintendent and requires strong budget management, policy knowledge, and leadership across multiple departments.

The position is 12 months, exempt, with a starting date of immediately. Candidates should have NC certification and significant district-level experience to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required.
• Master’s degree in School Administration or related field is required.
• NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent) required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in district or school-level administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee district-level functions including Athletics, Federal Programs, School Nutrition, and Transportation.
• Serve as district discipline hearing officer and resolve parent/caregiver concerns.
• Develop short and long-range plans and implement programs and services.
• Monitor budgets, audits, and approvals of expenditures across departments.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and local regulations and communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Budget management

Policy compliance

Communication skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related area

Master’s degree in School Administration or related area

NC Certification (Principal or Superintendent)

Equivalent combination of experience and education

Job description

Lexington City Schools is seeking an Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services to lead district operations, including athletics, federal programs, nutrition, and transportation. The role reports to the Superintendent and requires strong budget management, policy knowledge, and leadership across multiple departments.

The position is 12 months, exempt, with a starting date of immediately. Candidates should have NC certification and significant district-level experience to drive