ABOUT THE COMMUNITY/SCHOOL DISTRICT:
The Minnesota River Valley Education District’s main office is located in Montevideo, Minnesota. The education district is a consortium of nine (9) school districts in southwest rural Minnesota. The following districts make up this consortium: Benson, Dawson-Boyd, Lac qui Parle Valley, Lakeview, Minneota, Montevideo, Ortonville, Renville County West, and Yellow Medicine East.
Education District Website: https://www.mrved.com/
City Website: https://www.montevideomn.org/
LEADERSHIP PROFILE: The Minnesota River Valley Education District Board of Directors seeks an executive director who:
- Is a creative thinker who is innovative and able to see issues in a new light
- Acts with honesty and in an ethical manner with the Board, staff, and community
- Is a “people person” with proven abilities in human relations and communications
- Develops and directs an effective leadership team
- Develops trust and works collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders
- Possesses a strong academic background with experience in curriculum
- Is a highly organized multi-tasker with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
It is preferred that the next leader has previous experience as a superintendent, executive director, or principal. It is not required.
SALARY/CONTRACT: A competitive compensation and benefits package will be negotiated commensurate with experience and qualifications. The contract length is negotiable as provided in Minnesota Statutes.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 23, 2024
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 January 23, 2024, and must include the completed online application and the following uploaded documents: a cover letter indicating a desire to be a candidate for the “Minnesota River Valley Education District Executive Director;” legal proof or other evidence (i.e. certificate/license) 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 education 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.