Senior Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent
Published Date: Jan 21, 2026
Location: US
Company: Los Angeles Unified School District
SALARY DETAILS
APPLICATION FILING DATES
January 20, 2026 - February 3, 2026
INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD
We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision ofthe future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will havethe opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directlycontributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college,career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and weemploy over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.
LAUSD EMPLOYEES: Please be advised that all LAUSD employees must sign in to the GlobalProtect VirtualPrivate Network (VPN) in order to submit an application from an external network outside of an LAUSD location.For assistance with installing the GlobalProtect Virtual Private Network, please contact Information TechnologyServices at (213) 443-1300 or (213) 241-5200 or via their page http://www.lausd.org/helpdesk.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive administrative professional with the ability to support executive-level operations within a large, complex organization. This individual brings demonstrated knowledge of personnel administration, budgetary and fiscal practices, public relations, and modern office management principles.
The successful candidate has working knowledge of District policies, procedures, and organizational structure. Familiarity with Personnel Commission Rules, Board of Education Rules, and employment practices affecting certificated, classified, and unclassified personnel is highly desirable.
This role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft procedures, instructions, manuals, correspondence, and bulletins, as well as make effective oral presentations. The ideal candidate exercises sound judgment, initiative, and discretion, and is able to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments to meet critical deadlines.
The successful candidate excels at building and maintaining effective working relationships with District administrators, employees, and representatives of public and private agencies. They are comfortable operating office technology and providing training and work direction to clerical staff.
Overall, the ideal candidate is a dependable, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced executive environment and is committed to supporting the mission and leadership of the Office of the Superintendent.
Important Note: Incumbents hired for this job must report to work on-site 5 days a week.
BENEFITS
Insurance: Paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: Full-time employees earn up to two weeks of paid vacation to start. Three weeks after five years of year-round paid service.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical duties for this position include:
- Compiling and analyzing data related to special projects at the discretion of the Superintendent of Schools and/or Chief of Staff.
- Analyzing reports, laws, regulatory directives and guidelines, and other documents to keep consultants and administrative staff apprised of effects on organization, records and procedures, or financial status.
- Determining new organizational programs to establish and maintain controls and improve efficiency.
- Assisting the Superintendent and/or Chief of Staff by formulating or reviewing administrative policies and updating and writing procedure manuals, bulletins, and forms.
- Composing, reviewing, and disseminating correspondence and memorandums on behalf of the Superintendent of Schools and/or Chief of Staff.
- Obtaining data from reports and records from other jurisdictions or District departments and preparing special reports or calculations.
- Providing information to the public regarding District policies, rules, and regulations in person and over the phone, consulting with staff, parents, and community members to aide in the resolution of issues.
Please Note: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities of this position. For a comprehensive list of duties performed, please refer to the class description via our website: https://bit.ly/4jS5DOq
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree preferably in business, public, or school administration. Additional experience in office management may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis provided that the requirement of a high school diploma or equivalent is met.
EXPERIENCE:
Four years of experience in an administrative staff position requiring the analysis, compilation, and reporting of data, preferably with experience in financial matters.
SPECIAL:
An employee in this classification is exempt from regular selection, appointment, and retention processes in accordance with the provisions of Education Code Section 45272(b).
PLEASE NOTE: All entrance requirements must be met by the end of the filing period in order to move forward with the selection process. To verify the education requirement, transcripts, diplomas, and/or certifications must be presented at the time applications are screened. As such, please be sure to upload it as an attachment to your candidate profile. Candidates who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Please be sure to request a DETAILED report. For a list of approved evaluation organizations, visit: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/commission-approved-foreign-transcript-evaluating-agencies
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you believe that you have what it takes to be successful and thrive in this position, we would like to know more about you. Interested applicants, please apply through our online application system. Once you have logged into our application system, attach and submit your resume.
VERY IMPORTANT:
Your resume is a CRITICAL component in our application process, as it will become part of the next step in our process. Please ensure that your resume clearly indicates the extent of your professional experience and expertise as it relates to this position by describing in detail your experience, education, and training that most closely relate to the Senior Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent.
Additionally, you should indicate how your background and your skill set match that described for our successful candidate, as only those candidates who most closely match our description of a successful candidate will be invited to move forward in this selection process.
Once you submit your application, you should receive an email message confirming that you successfully submitted your application. If you DO NOT receive this message on the same day you apply, it is likely that you did not submit your application. If you have any questions please contact Frank Saldivar at frank.saldivar@lausd.net.
DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION?
Email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net
To find out whether the application deadline has been extended, visit the website at: https://careers.lausd.org/pc. The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.
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ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION
As this is a recruitment in accordance with the provisions of Education Code Section 45272(b), successful candidates are placed on a hiring (eligibility) list in alphabetic name order. Hiring departments may make job offers to anyone on the Eligibility List. Eligibility Lists are typically active for 12 months. The hiring list resulting from this selection process may be used to fill open positions in related job classifications.
The Los Angeles Unified School District intends that all qualified persons shall have equal opportunities for employment and promotion. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application and testing are available to individuals with disabilities. Please call (213) 241-3455 for more information.
The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct, or bullying. The District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, abusive conduct or bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding/lactation status and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under Vehicle Code), ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental disability (including clinical depression and bipolar disorder, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, epilepsy, seizure disorder, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and heart disease), medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), military and veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (unless union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance. For inquiries or complaints contact our Equal Opportunity Section, (213) 241-7685.
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