Business Services

Mission

The mission of Business Services is to support the District in preparing every student for college, career, and life. This support is exhibited by maximizing our fiscal resources, providing quality educational facilities with state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure, serving nutritional meals, and maintaining schools to the highest standards possible.

Business Services comprises the following Departments: Fiscal Services, Maintenance, Facilities & Operations, Food Services, Information Technology (IT), and Purchasing/Warehouse

Business Services

The Business Services division is led by the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services, who serves as the District's Chief Business Official (CBO). The CBO oversees Fiscal Services, Maintenance, Facilities & Operations, Food Services, Information Technology (IT), and Purchasing/Warehouse. In addition to department oversight, the CBO serves as Agency Representative to the District's two Joint-Powers' Authorities.

Dr. Daniel D. Urrutia
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services

Chief Business Official
(310) 263-3220

Tabitha Gomez
Administrative Services Assistant
(310) 263-3222

Fiscal Services

The Fiscal Services Department provides budget planning, review and analysis for the District with a combination of deliberate fiscal strategies:

Estimating our anticipated revenues and expenditures
Monitoring carefully our on-time and ongoing budgets
Approaching strategically the complexities of state, federal, and local resources
Attending to the long-range fiscal implications of today's decisions

Gabriela Sicairos

Director of Fiscal Services

(310) 263-3254

Maintenance, Facilities, and Operations

The Facilities, Maintenance, and Operations Department is dedicated to creating and maintaining safe, clean, and functional learning environments by:

Planning and executing facility improvements and construction projects
Conducting regular cleaning, maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal operation
Implementing energy-efficient practices to reduce costs and environmental impact
Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards

Eric Mirabal
Director of Facilities & Operations
310-263-3245

Nutrition Services

The Nutrition Services Department offers nutritious and appealing meals to students, promoting health and wellness through a structured program:

Planning and preparing balanced meals that meet dietary guidelines
Coordinating with local suppliers to source fresh and sustainable ingredients
Providing nutrition education to encourage healthy eating habits
Managing food safety protocols to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and quality

Alicia Mendez
Director of Food Services
310-263-3251

Information Technology

The Information Technology Department ensures the District's technological infrastructure supports educational and administrative needs through a comprehensive approach:

Developing and maintaining a reliable and secure network
Providing technical support and training for staff and students
Integrating cutting-edge educational technologies to enhance learning
Managing and protecting data with robust cybersecurity measures

Gilbert Gutierez
Director of Information Technology
310-263-3246

Purchasing & Warehouse

The Purchasing/Warehouse Department streamlines the procurement and distribution of goods and services for the District with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness by:

Sourcing and acquiring quality products and services at competitive prices
Managing inventory to ensure timely availability of essential supplies
Overseeing warehouse operations to maintain organized and efficient storage and distribution
Implementing procurement policies and procedures that promote transparency and accountability

Frances Meza Arenas
Purchasing & Warehouse Supervisor
(310) 263-3240