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Executive Director

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MASE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR JOB POSTING

Application Deadline: February 16, 2022

Interviews: March 9, 2022

The Minnesota Administrators for Special Education (MASE) is the preeminent professional organization supporting special education leaders in the state of Minnesota. MASE provides powerful professional support and a wide variety of benefits such as high-quality conferences, skill development workshops, informative publications, and state and federal legislative advocacy.

Position Summary

MASE is currently seeking an Executive Director to be the face of the organization, responsible for supporting the implementation of its strategic plan. In this role, you will lead the organization toward the realization of its mission of building strong leaders who work on behalf of students with disabilities. To succeed in this position, you will be dedicated, hardworking, and a true team player, with a passion for students with disabilities and a deep belief in continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

The MASE Executive Director will promote member engagement, provide direct support and assistance to members, engage in legislative advocacy, develop strong partnerships with businesses and education organizations/agencies, and serve a prominent role in both internal and external communications on behalf of the organization.

Click here to view a comprehensive list of position responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Director of Special Education
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with MASE or similar organization
  • Expertise in the field of special education
  • Knowledge and skill in legislative advocacy
  • Exemplary oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships

Position Details

Start Date:  July 1, 2022
Contract: The Executive Director serves as an independent contractor to the Association. Hours will ebb and flow over the course of the year based on opportunities to carry out the responsibilities of the position, averaging approximately 1000 per year.

To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:

Mia Urick, Director of Professional Learning

[email protected]

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The West Central Area School District’s main office is in Barrett, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 766 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website:        https://isd2342.org/

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

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The West Central Area School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Possesses strong character, acting with honesty in an ethical manner while interacting with the School Board, staff, and community
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications (written and verbal)
  • Has knowledge in school finance and long-term facility maintenance planning and management
  • Is a strategic thinker who can create and communicate a vision that encompasses what is best for staff and students
  • Has a history of involvement and visibility in the school district and the community you live in and promotes accessibility to the School Board, staff, students, parents, and community
  • Delegates authority while maintaining accountability
  • Works collaboratively with the School Board and provides options and recommendations for the     School Board to consider

Previous superintendent experience preferred, but not required.

SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation package, with a minimum salary of $115,000, 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 “West Central Area 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:  Barb Dorn, MSBA Director of Leadership Development and Executive Search, [email protected] or 507-508-5501.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Superintendent

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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.

Superintendent

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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:

The Ortonville School District’s main office is in Ortonville, Minnesota. The school district has an approximate enrollment of 480 pre-kindergarten through grade twelve students.

School District Website:           https://www.ortonville.k12.mn.us/

City Website:                                  https://mnortonville.com/

LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Ortonville School Board seeks a superintendent who:

  • Works cooperatively with the school board and provides options and recommendations for consideration
  • Has a thorough knowledge of and successful experience in school finance
  • Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner in dealings with the school board, staff, and community
  • Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
  • Has the ability to direct and develop an effective leadership team, and delegate authority while maintaining accountability
  • Has a thorough knowledge of and successful experience in school district management and educational leadership

SALARY/CONTRACT: The current superintendent’s base salary for the 2021-2022 school year is $120,360. The final salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota statute.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  February 8, 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 8, 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 “Ortonville 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:  Gary Lee, MSBA Executive Search Team, [email protected] or 507-779-8117.

The Minnesota School Boards Association is an equal opportunity search agency.

Human Resources Director

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The Human Resources Director is a participating member of the District’s Administrative Team and is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing the delivery of HR programs and services. Specifically, the position serves in a generalist capacity overseeing and managing:

Compliance with applicable employment related federal and state laws
Serves as Human Rights Officer
Plans and coordinates the recruitment, hiring and on-boarding processes
Oversees substitute employee staffing processes
Serves as advisor to administrative and supervisory staff on personnel issues
Functions as liaison to district legal counsel for employment matters
Leads investigations concerning employee misconduct
Advises administrative staff and participates in the employee grievance process
Facilitates conflict resolution for labor relations
Serves as lead negotiator for collective bargaining
Interprets and administers employment contract language
Completes governmental compliance reports
Coordination of employee leaves of absence, personnel record-keeping, job descriptions, and other HR related functions
Coordinates activities of assigned committees
And more!

MARSS Specialist

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MARSS Specialist to work 8 hours per day, Monday-Friday, 12 months per year, at the Operations Center.

 

Job Summary: Responsible for the management and maintenance of the ISD 152 Minnesota Automated Reporting Student System (MARSS) Maintain student records, research, provide training to appropriate staff, collect and correct data, train end-users on MARSS reporting and the computer system process changes.  Reporting responsibilities include MARSS CRDC (Civil Rights Data Collection), Perkins (Career and Technical Education Program), ELSA (Early Learning Scholarship Administration System), Early Education Reporting and District Profiles.