Assistant Superintendent, Student Services at Petaluma City Schools
About the Employer
Developing Effective Communicators & Critical Thinkers Petaluma City Schools delivers a high-quality, diverse, equitable, and inclusive education to all student scholars so they creatively explore interests, collaboratively solve problems, and fully develop as resilient, caring, and responsible members of our community. We believe: * All students have infinite potential and value. * Diversity is an asset that strengthens and enriches our learning community. * Safe and caring learning environments help students reach high levels of achievement. * An engaged and supportive community is essential to student and organizational success. * Collaborative teams and shared decision making are critical to student success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services serves as a key member of the Superintendent’s Cabinet and provides strategic leadership, oversight, and coordination of districtwide student services systems. This role ensures equitable access, compliance, and high-quality support for all students across the District. The Assistant Superintendent leads and aligns services related to student discipline, attendance, wellness, alternative education, and specialized student populations. The position supervises the Director of Special Education and the Director of the South County Consortium, ensuring cohesive systems of support and compliance with all state and federal requirements. This role emphasizes strong relationship-building among students, staff, families, and community partners to foster inclusive, supportive, and effective learning environments. The Assistant Superintendent also serves as the District’s Title IX Officer. Bilingual in Spanish highly preferred
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree required Valid California administration services credential 5-7 years of leadership experience in student services. special education, or related fields
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree required Valid California administration services credential 5-7 years of leadership experience in student services. special education, or related fields
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Minimum of 3 letters required.)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Petaluma City Schools is looking for management employees who will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the District effort on behalf of young people and adult learners in our community. They are expected to work with students, staff, parents and colleagues in a warm and supportive manner consistent with the District emphasis upon affective domain values. They are also expected, by their own example, to inspire others to the goal of life-long learning. Additionally, they are expected to maintain a clear focus on student welfare and achievement and to work in a collegial fashion with the entire District staff.
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the applicant, to process fingerprint clearance. Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.
1st Round of Interviews: May 26, 2026
2nd Round of Interviews: May 28, 2026
Comments and Other Information
Petaluma City Schools is looking for management employees who will be able to demonstrate a commitment to the District effort on behalf of young people and adult learners in our community. They are expected to work with students, staff, parents and colleagues in a warm and supportive manner consistent with the District emphasis upon affective domain values. They are also expected, by their own example, to inspire others to the goal of life-long learning. Additionally, they are expected to maintain a clear focus on student welfare and achievement and to work in a collegial fashion with the entire District staff.
Offer of employment is contingent upon fingerprint clearance. There is a fee required by the Department of Justice, payable by the applicant, to process fingerprint clearance. Evidence that applicant is free from tuberculosis in accordance with Education Code 49406 is required.
1st Round of Interviews: May 26, 2026
2nd Round of Interviews: May 28, 2026
Application Deadline
5/17/2026 9:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
4/27/2026
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
$203,578 Annually
$203,578 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Competitive salary plus advanced degrees stipends and Health & Welfare benefits.
Length of Work Year
220
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
District Office