Physical Plant Operations Administration Supervisor

San Diego Unified School District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

District health benefits

Job summary

San Diego Unified School District is seeking a qualified professional to administer the Physical Plant Operations Department and supervise assigned staff. This full-time role involves coordinating finance, personnel, time accounting, and material support to ensure efficient operations.

The position requires a degree in finance, accounting, or business administration and at least two years of related program management experience, with a focus on budgetary and administrative analysis.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field plus two years of relevant maintenance/operations program management with budgetary/administrative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate administration of the Physical Plant Operations Department.
• Supervise staff and coordinate personnel, time accounting, and inventory data.
• Prepare reports on personnel matters, audits, timekeeping, and department operations.

Skills

Budgeting

Personnel management

Timekeeping

Reporting

Facilities operations

Education

Finance/Accounting/Business Administration degree

Job description

Physical Plant Operations Administration Supervisor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5892145
Application Deadline: Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Aug 27, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Physical Plant Operations Administration Supervisor. This Promotional Opportunity is open only to current classified monthly-salaried employees of the San Diego Unified School District.

OVERVIEW:

San Diego Unified School District, the second largest district in California and one of the top largest urban school districts in the United States, is looking for professionals who care deeply for students and are committed to the communities in which they serve.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, San Diego Unified employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, and being accountable for one’s actions and the resulting impact.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Physical Plant Operations Administration Supervisor willplan, develop, and coordinate the administration of the Physical Plant Operations Department and supervise the work of assigned staff.

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• Working Location: Physical Plant Operations 4860 Ruffner Street, San Diego, CA 92111
• The District covers a large portion of San Diego County. Refer to the District Area Map at this Link and make sure to identify any and all specific area(s) you are interested in working in. The area(s) you identify in your application will be used for any future vacancies filled using the eligibility list from this recruitment
• School/Department Website: Physical Plant Operations
• Work schedule: Full-time.12 months / 260days per year
• The position is paid on the AASD Classified SupervisorsSalary Schedule , Supervisor ScheduleI,Salary Plan 0601, Grade 044
• Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependents
• This application requires you to attach a cover letter, resume, and respond to position-specific questions in your submitted online application. These questions are identified below in the APPLICATION INFORMATION section.

Examples of Duties:

An incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. E = Essential Functions

• Plan, develop, and coordinate the administration of the Physical Plant Operations Department, including finance, personnel, time accounting, work reception, material and program support. E
• Provide technical training and assistance to staff; interpret and respond to legislative inquiries, ensure compliance with local, state, federal programs. E
• Supervise, plan assignments, and organize the workflow of the information services within the department; develop programs and processes for improving efficiency of operations. E Assist in the development of the department policies and procedures. E
• Provide a variety of reports for the department, including personnel matters, state/federal audit accounting, custodial work schedules, timekeeping, inventory management, customer call center activity. E
• Supervise the entry and accuracy of personnel and inventory data in computerized management systems. E
• Assist with setting priorities and schedules; ensure integration of automated systems to provide for the departments operational objectives. E
• Supervise the warehousing operation, which provides a wide variety of materials, equipment and service needs. E
• Supervise the program support function, including the department’s personnel and payroll related functions. E
• Confer with district staff at all levels and assists in the resolution of budgetary and administrative problems; maintain liaison between programs, district sites, and the central office staff. E
• Supervise timekeeping activities to ensure consistency and accuracy throughout the organization.
• Coordinate with various district departments including Payroll and Human Resources to ensure timekeeping policy/procedures are adhered to. E
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned; establish and maintain relationships with all levels of staff, including site and central office administrators in various departments. E
• Train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff. E
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to graduation from a recognized college with a major in finance, accounting, business administration or other closely related field and two (2) years of recent, increasingly responsible maintenance and operations program management including budgetary and administrative analysis experience of acceptable level and quality.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license and availability of private transportation (mileage expense allowance provided).

Attach Required Documents (PDF format recommended)

• Cover Letter/Letter of Intent (Required)
• Resume (Required)
• Resume must reflect current and past work and accomplishments.
• A resume does NOT substitute for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application.
• Verification of Education, if applicable.
• Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached. Accepted documents include:
  • Copy of a degree or official transcript
  • Copy of Licenses and/or Certifications
  • Note on Foreign Equivalency Certification. Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization. For more information, including acceptable providers, please see Foreign Transcript Evaluation.

Contact information for three references must be listed in the 'Reference' section of the application.

• References should be from a current or previous supervisor. Reference email requests may be sent at any time during the application screening process of this recruitment. These reference requests are not an indication of progression in the recruitment process or an interview opportunity.
• Written reference letters dated within the last year are also accepted and may be attached to your online application in the Reference Section.

Additional documents(Optional)

• Letters of Recommendation and/or additional documents, if any, must be attached to the online employment application.

For questions regarding this job announcement, including priority consideration, please contact Suzette Hunter, Personnel Analyst at [e-mail].

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

If you have questions about your application, please email [e-mail].

San Diego Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying by reason of the following actual or perceived characteristics: age, ancestry, color, mental or physical disability, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital or parental status, medical condition, nationality, national origin, actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For more information about equity in employment, contact:

• Title II Coordinator & Uniform Complaint Compliance Officer Eric Rico: [phone], [e-mail]
• Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward: [phone], [e-mail]
• 504 Coordinator Eri Nall: [phone], [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $8,375.35 to $10,687.60 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Email: [e-mail]