Human Resources & Careers
Be Part of Something Bigger in Kennewick!
The Kennewick School District (KSD) is the largest and most dynamic public school system in southeastern Washington, serving over 19,000 students across 33 schools and programs. Located in the sunny, fast-growing Tri-Cities region, we’re a district on the move—backed by a passionate team of over 2,400 staff, a supportive community, and a mission to prepare every student for success in college, career, and life.
Here, your work matters. From the classroom to the bus route, every role helps shape the future. Join us—and make a real impact in a district backed by strong families, innovative practices, and a whole lot of heart.
EXPLORE JOB OPPORTUNITIES (NEW APPLICANTS) EXPLORE JOBS OPPORTUNITIES (INTERNAL APPLICANTS)
Working for Kennewick Schools
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Carefully read application instructions before applying. If you don’t have an email address (required for the application system), or you don’t have access to a computer, you can use the public computer in the Human Resources Department at the Administration Center at 1000 W. Fourth Ave., Kennewick. You may also use computers at public libraries or at WorkSource at 815 N Kellogg Street, Suite D, Kennewick, WA or a any local branch of Mid-Columbia Libraries.
Paraeducator Applicants
If you’re applying for a paraeducator position, be sure to submit a transcript with your application. To qualify, you must have one of the following:
- Associate of Arts (AA) degree
- College credits of 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits
- A passing grade on the ETS paraeducator assessment
Employee Manual
BENEFITS AND SALARY SCHEDULES
Our employees are our greatest asset, and we strive to maintain a work environment conducive to their needs and desires. Our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. This comprehensive, flexible benefit package focuses on you and your family's health, welfare and work/life balance.
EMPLOYEE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING GROUP CONTRACTS
Kennewick School District employees are represented by seven bargaining groups:
- Certificated - Kennewick Education Association (KEA)
- Extracurricular - Kennewick Education Association (KEA)
- Maintenance & Operation - Public School Employees (PSE) of Kennewick
- Nutrition Services - Public School Employees (PSE) of Kennewick
- Paraeducators - Kennewick Association of Education Support Professionals
- Secretaries - Public School Employees (PSE) of Kennewick
- Transportation - Public School Employees (PSE) of Kennewick
Other Contracts
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or use of trained dog, guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
If you have questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, contact:
Dr. Tom Brillhart
Assistant Director of Operations
Civil Rights & Equity Officer
Associate Superintendent of Human Resources
(509) 222-5335, thomas.brillhart@ksd.org
BJ Wilson
Section 504, Title IX & HIB Compliance Officer
Director of K-12 Student Services
(509) 222-6534
bj.wilson@ksd.org