Notice of Open Administrative Position

Position: Superintendent / Principal

The Spray School District Board of Directors is seeking an educational leader with an outstanding record of achievement to serve as Superintendent/Principal beginning July 1, 2019. The School Board anticipates offering an annual base salary in the range of $75,000 to $85,000 plus benefits for the position.

 

Spray SD serves approximately 60 students in kindergarten through 12th grade.  The District employs seven teachers, two instructional assistants, and one administrator. The campus consists of 5 buildings and the District operates two boarding residences for high school students from all over the world and the Pacific Northwest. 

The District offers a strong academic and activities program for all students with updated technology and a variety of distance education offerings. Class size is generally 6-15 students. High school 10th – 12th grades are able to participate in the Early College program with Columbia Gorge CC.  Life in a small school means increased opportunities to learn and engage in athletics and activities.  Middle school and high school athletic and activities programs include football, volleyball, basketball and track.

 

Spray is a small, rural community located in Wheeler County on the John Day River and prides itself holding the best small town rodeo in the West.  The school district encompasses approximately 605 square miles, including the City of Spray and unincorporated areas of the county.  Spectacular natural beauty surrounds Spray.  The mountainous environment lends itself to various outdoor and recreational activities such as: hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, backpacking, and rafting.

 

 

Minimum Job Requirements

 

The Superintendent/Principal will meet the following job related requirements.

 

• Possess or qualify for an Oregon administrative license
• At least a Master’s degree from an approved institution
• Other qualifications as determined by the Board

 

Preferred Leadership Skills

 

• Builds collaborative working relationships with staff, parents and community
• Is highly visible and involved in the school and community
• Has a background in classroom teaching
• Building or district administration level experience preferred
• Demonstrates solid budgeting skills and understands Oregon school finance
• Is committed to serving all students from all backgrounds
• Values and respects the contribution from all staff and treats them as professionals
• Understands the culture and needs of a small, rural community

Desired Candidate Profile

 

Effective communicator                                             Approachable/personable

Good listener                                                              Always puts kids first

Sense of humor                                                          High degree of integrity

Open-minded                                                              Willing to make tough decisions

Collaborator                                                                Decisive

 

 

The Application Requirements are:

• Letter of Interest
• Completed Superintendent Application Form, found here.
• Current Resume
• Copy of current administrator license
• Statement of Educational Philosophy (1 page)
• Completed Mentor Questionnaire Form, found here.
• Letters of Recommendation (3-5 required)
• Other information demonstrating success in education

 

Note:  This executive search is being handled jointly by Oregon School Boards Association (OSBA) and NextUp Leadership providing an unparalleled level of search services to Oregon school districts and education organizations.

APPLICATION OPEN: February 14, 2019

CLOSING DATE: March 13, 2019 (open until filled)

APPLICATION SCREENING: March 16, 2019

INTERVIEWS: March 21-22, 2019

FINALIST FORUMS: April 8, 2019

ASSUME POSITION: July 1, 2019

For information regarding the position, contact:
Greg McKenzie, Search Consultant, NextUp Leadership, gregmckenzie@att.net OR gregmckenzie@window2leadership • 503.752.2438

 For questions regarding the application process, contact:
Sarah Herb, Executive Search and Events Specialist sherb@osba.org • 503.400.3047 (direct)

Position Overview

Spray Application Form

Mentor Questionnaire

Vacancy Notice

OUT-OF-STATE CANDIDATES: To ensure eligibility for an Oregon administrator’s license, direct inquiries to: Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission,
503-378-3586; fax 503-378-4448;  www.tspc.state.or.us.

Spray School District provides equal opportunities in employment and does not discriminate on  the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability in accordance with state and federal  law. Consistent with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process by contacting Steve Kelley at 1-800-578-6722.

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The Timeline

APPLICATION OPEN: February 14, 2019
CLOSING DATE: March 13, 2019 (open until filled)
APPLICATION SCREENING: March 16, 2019
INTERVIEWS: March 21-22, 2019
FINALIST FORUMS: April 8, 2019
ASSUME POSITION: July 1, 2019

Spray School District is an equal opportunity employer.