Superintendent

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Hopkins Public School’s main office is located in Hopkins, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 6,950 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website: https://www.hopkinsschools.org/

City Website:   https://www.hopkinsmn.com/ 

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Hopkins School Board seeks an equity-minded, principled, and collaborative education professional to serve as the next Superintendent of Hopkins Public Schools. Our next leader will help envision the future of our district and advance our mission through building trust, strengthening partnerships, and guiding the district with integrity and accountability. Key attributes desired include:

• Integrity: Acts consistently with ethical principles and district policies; maintains confidentiality and demonstrates moral courage in decision-making
• Trust and Collaboration: Builds and sustains trust across diverse groups and communities by actively listening, showing empathy, valuing different perspectives, and creating inclusive opportunities for collaboration
• Equity Advocacy: Identifies opportunities for systemic improvement, and champions equitable access to resources, promoting practices aimed at closing achievement gaps
• Accountability: Delegates authority with clear expectations; monitors progress and outcomes; executes in a manner that holds self and others responsible for results
• Effective Communication: Listens actively; responds thoughtfully; and communicates with clarity and confidence, tailoring their style to suit the audience and situation to ensure transparency and mutual understanding
• Strategic Partnership: Engages with the school board to develop policies and set goals, provides options, and recommends data-driven solutions to advance district goals 

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package, with a starting salary range of $250,000 – 280,000 will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. Contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute. An excellent benefits package is also available.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 29, 2026

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA’s Executive Search Service uses an online application process. Applicants may begin their application at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, a completed application file must be received by MSBA prior to 11:59 p.m. on March 29, 2026.

Contact Barb Dorn at 507-508-5501 ([email protected]) with questions.  Applicants are requested to not contact school board members.

Hopkins Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. The MSBA Executive Search Service is an equal opportunity search agency.