INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT – Rochester Public Schools
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
Rochester is the third-largest city in Minnesota and was recently named the #1 mid-sized city by Livability.com. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 17,635 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students, and it is currently seeking an Interim Superintendent for the 2021-2022 fiscal year.
School District Website: https://www.rochesterschools.org/
Video link: Why Rochester Public Schools? (right-click to open hyperlink)
City Website: https://www.rochestermn.gov/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Rochester School Board seeks an Interim Superintendent who:
- Has proven experience in equity, diversity and inclusion
- Is able to create an environment for staff, students, and community that supports and unifies the school district
- Prioritizes listening as one of the most important communication and leadership skills
- Possesses a demonstrated ability to build and sustain a diverse leadership team based on trust and collaboration
- Holds experience in communicating school district needs and successes of students and staff in a manner that is understandable and appreciated by all stakeholders
- Provides leadership for the school district through clear direction and delegation, supports the delegated work of the team, and holds team members accountable for their actions
- Has proven experience in managing transition
- Previous superintendent or cabinet-level administrator experience in a district the size of Rochester or larger is strongly preferred, but not required. Doctorate in Education also preferred but not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2020-2021 school year is $228,300. The final compensation package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 26, 2021
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: MSBA uses an online application process. Applicants begin the application process at https://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 April 26, 2021.
Please contact with any questions: Barb Dorn, MSBA Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search, [email protected] or 507-508-5501 (cell). The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.