West Central

The Pelican Rapids School District is searching for a new superintendent. The superintendent would begin work July 1, 2020. The compensation package, with an annual salary in the range of $125,000 to $135,000, will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in the Minnesota statute.

The ideal candidate is an experienced administrator with strong character — someone who works well with others and is a visionary; a creative thinker and problem-solver; is focused on building and maintaining a positive school district culture, and is a passionate advocate for all students and academic success. The School Board is committed to finding a candidate who:

• is a visible, personable, community-oriented person who inspires trust by being empathetic, ethical and honest; who is accessible to the school board, staff, students, parents and community, and who has a desire to build partnerships with a broad range of constituencies
• has knowledge of and successful experience in school finance
• has the experience, values and supports student activity and fine arts programs designed to enhance student achievement and build community involvement and support
• directs and collaborates with an effective leadership team
• works collaboratively with the School Board, provides options and recommendations for the School Board’s consideration
• has a thorough knowledge of and successful experience in school district management practices, including budget and school finance, personnel management, and collective bargaining process
• is an effective communicator who has the ability to direct an effective leadership team while holding others and self-accountable for results
• keeps up on changes in legislation and helps the school district engage in the legislative process
• has knowledge of instructional best practices to enhance student achievement
• has demonstrated the creative thinking and the vision needed to develop and implement short- and long-range student enrollment management plans and strategic planning
• has knowledge of and experience with special needs and diverse populations
• delegates authority while maintaining accountability
• is an inspiring visionary and collaborative consensus builder and decision-maker; can seek input from others in a proactive and transparent manner that builds trust and respect from others

APPLICATION GUIDELINES:
To be considered for this position, an applicant’s completed file must be received by 11:59 pm on May 1, 2020, via email, and must include the completed application and the following documents in PDF format. Application and supporting PDF documents should be emailed to [email protected].

• A cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Pelican Rapids 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;
• 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 )

CONTACTS:
Questions can be directed at 218-863-9316 or emailed to [email protected]. Please visit our website at https://www.pelicanrapids.k12.mn.us under the employment tab for more information regarding the position and our School District.

The Pelican Rapids Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.