Administrative Services Manager

The application period will close on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.

Open: 8/5/2026

Close: 8/26/2026

* Close date is subject to change and may be extended as needed.

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 directly contributes 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 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

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The Procurement Services Division at LAUSD seeks to provide schools and administrative offices with goods and services they need- when they need them. In doing this, we must ensure procurement laws are followed and the District achieves the most cost effective prices for goods and services.

The Administrative Services Manager plans, coordinates, and administers staff service functions for a large organization, including budgetpreparation, control and analysis of expenditures, and may perform a variety of other activities, such aspersonnel and records management, organizational and procedural analysis, and liaison with support services and outside contractors.

General direction is received from a division head or other administrator. General supervision isexercised over technical and clerical employees.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

A natural curiosity to research information and to understand “why” and “how” their actions impact the success of the department and district strategies.

An ability to be an innovative and creative problem solver and present solutions to challenges.

Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to coach, guide, support, and hold a team accountable while maintaining positive employee morale.

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple deadlines, and consistently produce high-quality work.

Use of sound judgment, professionalism, business acumen and discretion when interacting with senior leaders, Board members, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Experience coordinating administrative and business functions such as communications, budgeting/ expenditure analysis, contracts, personnel activities, records management, and operational reporting.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the initiative to learn complex operations, navigate undocumented processes, and identify practical improvements with limited direction.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to organize, analyze, and present financial, statistical, and operational information accurately.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear reports, social media content, notifications, and other materials with internal and external audiences.

A high degree of accuracy, attention to detail with no spelling or formatting errors, and commitment to delivering polished work in a fast-paced environment with demanding quality standards.

Adaptability, self-management, and the ability to remain composed and effective under sustained pressure.

Plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in the following functions:

• Preparing the budget of a large organization, establishing…