ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Underwood Public Schools’ main office is located in Underwood, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 635 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://www.underwood.k12.mn.us/
City Website: http://cityofunderwood.org/ubweb/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Underwood School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
- Is visible and accessible to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
- Develops and directs an effective leadership team
- Has experience in school finance, and possesses sound fiscal management and budgeting skills
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: A comprehensive compensation package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 16, 2022
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at mnmsba.myrevelus.com. To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by the MSBA office by 11:59 p.m. on February 16, 2022, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Underwood Public Schools Superintendent;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) showing the candidate’s qualification to be a superintendent in the state of Minnesota; and a set of up-to-date credentials, which includes a current resume, at least three letters of recommendation, and a copy of the candidate’s official transcript(s) (upon hire, originals must be submitted to the school district).
Please contact with any questions: John Ward, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-479-0935.
The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.