Executive Assistant to the Office of the Superintendent (legal/communications)
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., 8 hours per day, 12-month calendar. Anticipated start date: August 1, 2026. Application deadline: July 29, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
About the role
Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the well-being of the whole person, and grounded in high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all, and inspires a love of learning for all ages.
Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 167,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the fourth largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. The district operates 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.
Reports to the Communications Director and General Counsel.
Responsibilities
For job summary and qualifications, please see the attached document.
Pay
Level 12 - Special Staff: $78,687 – $85,271 (2026-27) depending on qualifications.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Sick leave
- State pension plan
- Tax-deferred retirement savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Vacation, holidays, or personal leave (for some employee groups)
Benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment if benefit-eligible. Additional information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196.