The San Diego Unified School District is currently accepting applications for the position of Operations Specialist.  

 

This Promotional Opportunity is open only to current classified monthly-salaried employees (not hourly) 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 Operations Specialist will plan, organize, control, and direct the daily operations and assigned functions of the assigned department; review, develop, and communicate policies, procedures, and regulations district-wide; conduct research, analyze data, and prepare statistical reports and analyses.

 

POSITION SPECIFICS:

• This Promotional Opportunity is open only to current classified monthly-salaried employees (not hourly), of the San Diego Unified School District.
• Working Location: Physical Plant Operations 4860 Ruffner Street, San Diego, CA 92111
• Work schedule: Full-time, 12 months 
• The position is paid on the AASD Classified Supervisors Salary Schedule, Supervisor Schedule II, Salary Plan 0700, Grade 022.
• Qualifies for District Paid health and wellness benefits for employee and dependents

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, organize, control, and direct the day-to-day operations of the assigned department in the areas of communication, technology, record management, workflow monitoring, and productivity assessment. E
• Develop short- and long-range plans for increasing efficiency through the use of technology and human resources. E
• Conduct research, analyze data, and prepare and maintain a variety of statistical reports, records, and files; compose reports, procedures, and correspondence covering a wide variety of matters; write and design brochures, flyers, presentations, and other documents. E
• Conduct and facilitate meetings, resolve problems, provide direction for department staff members, district personnel, and others as required; serve on district-wide committees, task forces, and panels. E
• Develop, implement, and update internal and external procedures to assure smooth and efficient delivery of services and compliance with laws, policies and regulations. E
• Perform a variety of major special projects affecting district-wide personnel, programs, and activities. E
• Monitor and direct the maintenance of equipment and systems that support the delivery of services. E
• Communicate with administrators, staff, and members of the public to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and exchange information. E
• Direct and/or supervise assigned staff members; and coordinate the interview and selection process. E
• Perform other duties reasonably related to this job class E

To view the detailed position description for Operations Specialist, click here.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education, experience, and/or training equivalent to a degree in business or public administration or related field and three years of relevant experience.

 

Licenses and Other Requirements: 

 

N/A 

 

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

 

Application Process

To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following items. Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all required information, including completion of the Work Experience and Education Sections of the online application, required attachments, and responses to all application questions.

• Online employment application
• A completed online employment application must be submitted/received electronically by the closing date. This application MUST include all required attachments, current and previous employment history and education to evaluate your qualifications, and all other requirements identified in the recruitment and application questions. It is important to note that a resume does not substitute for completing the Work Experience and Education sections. Your application will be considered incomplete if you do not include all relevant details and attachments.
• Paper applications are not accepted.  

• Answer all application questions. The application questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.

• 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. 
   
• Attach Required Documents (PDF format recommended)

• Resume
• Resume must reflect current and past work and accomplishments.
• A resume is to be attached, but 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.

• Additional Documents (Optional)
• Cover Letter / Letter of Intent
• Letters of Recommendation
• Additional documents, if any, must be attached to the online employment application.

For questions regarding this job announcement, including priority consideration, please contact Michelle Johnson, Personnel Analyst at mjohnson11@sandi.net.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

If you have questions about your application, please email jobs@sandi.net.

 

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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: (619) 725-7225, erico1@sandi.net / Title IX Coordinator Anna Ward:  (619) 725-7225, award2@sandi.net / 504 Coordinator Eri Nall:  (619) 344-6420, enall@sandi.net