Assistant Superintendent, TK-12 Strategic Initiatives, Innovation and School Transformation at Riverside Unified School District (RUSD)
About the Employer
With schools dating back to the 1870s, the award-winning Riverside Unified School District (RUSD) is now the 16th largest school district in California. RUSD educates nearly 42,000 students across 50 schools in Riverside. The District serves a large portion of Riverside as well as the unincorporated areas of Highgrove and Woodcrest. RUSD is led by its 13th Superintendent, Dr. Sonia Llamas and is governed by a Board of Education comprised of publicly elected officials who serve five different trustee areas.
Requirements / Qualifications
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Assistant Superintendent, TK-12 Strategic Initiatives, Innovation and School Transformation serves as a visionary leader and key member of the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet. This role is unique in its integration of instructional leadership, strategic planning, and community ecosystem building. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for driving the District’s roadmap for the future through the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), while simultaneously ensuring operational excellence by overseeing site Principals, Research, Accountability and Evaluation and State/Federal compliance. Additionally, this leader acts as the primary bridge between the District and the broader community, overseeing the Education Foundation, and family support systems to ensure every student has the resources to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Instructional Leadership and Principal Supervision
- State/Federal Programs and Compliance
- Community Engagement
- Research Accountability
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
Education & Certification:
- Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Administration, or a related field (Doctorate preferred)
- Valid Administrative Services Credential
- Valid Teaching Credential
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of successful site-level administrative experience (Principalship required)
- Minimum of 3 years in District-level administration
- Proven track record of managing complex budgets, specifically LCAP and categorical funding
- Demonstrated success in building community partnerships and engaging diverse stakeholder groups
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Requirements / Qualifications
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Assistant Superintendent, TK-12 Strategic Initiatives, Innovation and School Transformation serves as a visionary leader and key member of the Superintendent’s Executive Cabinet. This role is unique in its integration of instructional leadership, strategic planning, and community ecosystem building. The Assistant Superintendent is responsible for driving the District’s roadmap for the future through the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), while simultaneously ensuring operational excellence by overseeing site Principals, Research, Accountability and Evaluation and State/Federal compliance. Additionally, this leader acts as the primary bridge between the District and the broader community, overseeing the Education Foundation, and family support systems to ensure every student has the resources to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Instructional Leadership and Principal Supervision
- State/Federal Programs and Compliance
- Community Engagement
- Research Accountability
Please see the attached job description for a complete listing of the job responsibilities.
Education & Certification:
- Master’s Degree in Education, Educational Administration, or a related field (Doctorate preferred)
- Valid Administrative Services Credential
- Valid Teaching Credential
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of successful site-level administrative experience (Principalship required)
- Minimum of 3 years in District-level administration
- Proven track record of managing complex budgets, specifically LCAP and categorical funding
- Demonstrated success in building community partnerships and engaging diverse stakeholder groups
Please submit the following documents in Edjoin:
- Resume
- 3 current letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months
- Letter of Introduction (must be specific to the job position you are applying for)
Candidates invited to interview will be contacted via email Edjoin
Riverside Unified will not accept attachments via fax, walk-in, or email. If you are having difficulties adding attachments to your application or any other questions please contact, the Edjoin help desk at (888) 900-8945 for assistance.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or David Marshall, Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, drmarshall@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Comments and Other Information
The Riverside Unified School District prohibits, at any district program, activity, or employment setting, unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying, against an individual or group based on one, or a combination of two or more, protected characteristics, which include, but may not be limited to, race or ethnicity; ancestry; color; ethnic group identification; nationality; national origin; immigration status; sex; sexual orientation; sex stereotypes; gender; gender identity; gender expression; religion; disability, medical condition; genetic information; pregnancy, false pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, or related conditions or recovery; and parental, marital, and family status; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org and/or David Marshall, Resolution Officer, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80426, drmarshall@riversideunified.org, Title IX Coordinator: Bethany Scott, Coordinator of Title IX and Compliance, 3380 14th Street Riverside, CA 92501, (951)788-7135 ex. 80135, bscott@riversideunified.org, and Section 504 Coordinator: Gerardo Arenas, Administrator - Program Coordinator, Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Ave. Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83301, garenas@riversideunified.org, Title II Coordinator: Raúl Ayala, Director of Pupil Services, 5700 Arlington Avenue Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83030, rayala@riversideunified.org, and CCR Title 5: Mr. Timothy Walker, Deputy Superintendent, Pupil Services & SELPA, 5700 Arlington Ave Riverside, CA 92504, (951) 352-1200 ex. 83501, twalker@riversideunified.org.
Application Deadline
4/6/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/17/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$233,387 - $273,027 Annually
$233,387 - $273,027 Annually
Length of Work Year
218 Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time