ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Albert Lea Area School District’s main office is located in Albert Lea, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 3,602 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.
School District Website: https://www.alschools.org/
City Website: https://cityofalbertlea.org/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Albert Lea Area School Board seeks a superintendent who:
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the School Board, staff, and community
- Develops and directs an effective leadership team
- Works cooperatively with the School Board; provides options and recommendations
- Is a visionary, creative thinker
- Has experience in school district management practices
- Follows the School Board’s chosen educational philosophy which reflects the community’s values
- Has knowledge of and experience with negotiations and the collective bargaining process
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: May 10, 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 May 10, 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 “Albert Lea Area School District 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: Jeff Olson, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-340-0628.
The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.