Chief Operations Officer (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)
Shape the Future of Education: Become the COO of Tucson Unified School District

Are you a dynamic and experienced operations leader ready to make a real difference in the
lives of thousands of students? Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is seeking a visionary Chief
Operations Officer to oversee critical functions and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of
our diverse and vibrant district. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a dedicated team and
shape the future of education in a dynamic and culturally rich environment.

About TUSD: A District on the Rise
TUSD serves a diverse student population across a wide geographic area, encompassing a rich
blend of cultures and backgrounds. We are committed to providing a high-quality education to
every student, and we are making significant strides in key areas. Recent news highlights
include increasing graduation rates and improved academic performance in several key areas.
We are actively investing in modernizing our facilities and technology infrastructure to create
optimal learning environments. We are seeking a COO who can build on this momentum and
lead us to even greater heights.

REPORTS TO
Superintendent

SUMMARY
The Chief Operations Officer (COO) serves as a strategic leader on the Superintendent’s Team,
responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective operation of multiple key departments
within the school district. The COO is tasked with ensuring operational efficiency and the
alignment of these departments with the district’s educational goals and mission. This role
requires a dynamic, systems-oriented leader to provide vision, direction, and oversight for
Communications, Facilities, Food Services, Student Health Services, School Safety, Student
Placement and Enrollment, Strategic Project Management Office, Technology, and Transportation.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Education Administration, Business Administration, Public
  Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
• Five years of progressive management experience.
• Five years of experience developing and managing operating and capital budgets.
• Experience facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring of strategic plans
  across multiple departments aligned to support district vision and strategies
• Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that meets the minimum
  requirements will be accepted.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 7-10 years of senior leadership experience in operations management, with a strong background in managing multiple departments within a K-12 environment.
• Experience working in a school district or similar educational environment is highly preferred.
• Experience working with technology infrastructure and information systems.
• Experience leading operational process improvement initiatives.
• Professional certifications in School Operations or Facilities Management are a plus.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, project management, and staff leadership.
• Experience with Labor Relations.

As COO, you will be a critical member of the TUSD leadership team, responsible for the
oversight and strategic direction of essential operational areas, including:

• Facilities Management & Construction
• Transportation
• Food Services
• Communications & Public Relations
• Safety & Security
• And other crucial support services

POSITION SPECIFICS
EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year
LOCATION: Operations - 1010 E. 10th Street
FTE: 1.0 - 8 hours per day
SALARY RANGE: $114,483.14 to $132,911.36
WORK CALENDAR: 12 month
START DATE: July 1, 2026

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability,
race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
or national origin.