Southwest

General Information

Marshall Public Schools is seeking outstanding candidates for a full-time Superintendent of Schools position.

The Superintendent of Schools provides leadership and is responsible to provide system-wide leadership and support for E-12 schools and program sites, ensuring alignment with organizational core values and the strategic plan. In conformance to District, State, and Federal objectives; maintains adequate staffing to ensure objectives of programs and services are achieved within budget.

• Date Available: 07/01/2021
• Closing Date: 12/29/2020

Qualifications and Requirements
Master’s degree required;
Minnesota Licensure as Superintendent of Schools required;
Comprehensive knowledge of education laws, rules, regulations, and procedures;
Must have excellent organizational and communications skills.

Position Responsibilities
The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for providing excellence in educational leadership for the
Marshall School District. The Board recognizes that selecting a Superintendent of Schools is one of the most important decisions for a
School Board.

The School Board has identified the following characteristics for the candidate of choice:

• Works effectively with all district employees and empowers each employee to perform their assigned duties.
• Provides an example for all employees by holding himself/herself accountable to high standards of performance.
• Stays current in educational research and best practice.
• Hold self and others accountable to high standards of performance.
• Accessibility, responsiveness, and open-mindedness.
• Consideration of all points of view before making decisions.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to deal directly and fairly with faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members.
• High visibility and engagement with the school and community.
• Strong fiscal management.
• Understanding of diversity and its impact on the educational environment.
• Exhibit self-confidence, model integrity, and inspire trust.
• Collaborate and willing to develop and foster mutually beneficial partnerships with regional schools, Higher Ed institutions, and regional businesses.
• The ability to embrace and continue to advance current district initiatives.
• Provides educational leadership that improves all measures of student achievement.

Compensation and Benefits

A regionally competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the candidate. The term of this contract will begin on July 1, 2021.

Application Information

Interested applicants should apply at https://www.applitrack.com/marshallpublicschool/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration

Complete an application, attach a letter of interest (cover letter), resume, three (or more) current letters of recommendation, college transcripts, and any other supporting documents.

The application deadline is December 29, 2020.

The successful candidate will begin on July 1, 2021.

Contact Information

Interested individuals are welcome to contact Aurora Heard at (507) 929-2609 with questions or for additional information.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
It is the policy of Marshall Public Schools to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership, or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.