EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SUPERINTENDENT

Mechanicsburg Area School District is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Superintendent in our District Office, effective in September 2026.  This is a full-time, 8 hours per day, year round (50 week) position.

JOB SUMMARY:  The Executive Assistant to the Superintendent provides high-level administrative, analytical, and strategic support to ensure the seamless operation of the Superintendent's Office. Operating with a high degree of independence, discretion, and professional judgement, this position serves as a primary liaison between the Superintendent and a wide variety of stakeholder groups including the Board of School Directors, administrators, staff, families, and community organizations. The role manages complex communication channels, ensures strict compliance with state education regulations, coordinates board-level governance logistics, and handles highly confidential personnel, legal and labor relations matters.

QUALIFICATIONS:  High school graduate with three years of experience in providing administrative support to executive-level leadership. Experience working in a school is preferred. Strong computer skills required with proficiency in Microsoft 365 and/or Google Workspace, as well as a typing speed of approximately 60 words per minute. Excellent interpersonal skills are required, in order to deal effectively with a diverse group stakeholders.  Effective oral and written communication skills are pertinent. Must possess the ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and district stakeholders. 

Any individual who is to be considered for employment must provide school district officials with a valid Criminal History Record Clearance form, a valid Child Abuse History Clearance form, FBI Clearance, Act 168 form(s), and an I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) form.
 

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Mechanicsburg Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap or age in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504, and ADA.  For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact the Human Resources Office, 600 S. Norway Street, 2nd Floor, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-41909 (717-691-4500).