Administrative Officer II: Its Implementation and Participation in Enhancing School Operational Efficiency and Educational Leadership

This study examined the level of implementation of the duties and responsibilities of Administrative Officer II (AO II in selected public schools in the Division of Camarines Norte and their participation in educational leadership, as well as the relationship between these variables. The study employed a quantitative descriptive–correlational research design and involved 89 Administrative Officers II from Bicol-speaking towns using total enumeration to ensure data reliability. Data were collected through an adopted survey questionnaire during the 2025-2026 academic year. The duties and responsibilities of AO IIs were assessed in terms of personnel administration, property custodianship, general administrative support, and financial management, while participation in educational leadership was examined through strategic planning, curriculum implementation, human resource management, and school performance. Findings revealed that AO IIs generally demonstrated a high level of implementation of their administrative duties, with property custodianship and general administrative support rated highest, and financial reporting tasks rated lowest. The respondents also exhibited a high level of participation in educational leadership, particularly in strategic planning and human resource management, while their involvement in curriculum implementation was comparatively lower. Statistical analysis showed significant positive relationships between the level of duty implementation and participation in educational leadership, with strategic planning yielding the strongest association. The major challenges identified included heavy workload and limited access to professional development opportunities. Based on the findings, an intervention program titled AOS: Advancing Organizational and Strategic Leadership of Administrative Officers was proposed to enhance administrative efficiency and leadership participation.

Administrative officer II, curriculum implementation, educational leadership

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