A native Southern Californian, Mr. Magnuson was born and raised in Oxnard, California. He has resided in Long Beach’s 3rd District for more than 30 years. Following his retirement in 2018 from the position of Superintendent of Schools at the Buena Park School District, he formed the consulting firm Achievement Systems, LLC and established a professional affiliation with the law firm of Atkinson Andelson Loya Ruud and Romo(AALRR), to continue to lend his experience and knowledge to California school districts. Mr. Magnuson also serves in leadership positions for local non-profit organizations, including Casa Youth Shelter and the Long Beach Yacht Club.
Mr. Magnuson’s qualifications for 3rd District City Council include real world expertise and experience from over three decades as an executive in the public sector. He has led, advised and collaborated with numerous elected and appointed boards, and agency officials, to positively impact the local communities he has served.
Professional Background
• Interim Deputy Superintendent/Chief Business Official, Santa Ana Unified School District, 9/2021-2/22 • Owner, Education Management Solutions, 2019-present • Consultant, Education Support Services Group (AALRR), 2019-present • Interim Superintendent/Chief Executive Officer, Huntington Beach City School District, 2020 • Superintendent/Chief Executive Officer, Buena School District, 2008-2018 • Deputy Superintendent/Chief Business Official, Buena Park School District 2002-2008 • President, North Orange County Fringe Benefits Joint Powers Association, 2006-2018 • Board Member, Fiscal Crisis Management Assistance Team Region 9, 2015-16 • Chair, Orange County School Superintendent’s Organization, 2011-2013 • President, North Orange County Special Education Local Plan Area Superintendent’s Council, 2010-12