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Superintendent/Principal: Dayville School District, Dayville, Oregon

Notice of Open Administrative Position
Position: Superintendent/Principal
The Dayville School District Board of Directors is seeking a highly qualified candidate with visionary leadership skills and successful experience in education administration to serve as superintendent/principal. The successful candidate must have experience as an administrator, excellent communication skills, unquestionable integrity and be willing to be involved in the community.
The Dayville School District is home to approximately 60 students in grades PreK-12 and is served by 18 staff members consisting of six licensed staff; nine classified staff; two confidential staff; and one administrative staff. The elementary school and high school reside on the same campus, along with an early learning center/daycare. The close proximity provides a unique opportunity for collaboration and a unity between students and staff. The small class sizes provide students with a high level of support from staff. Dayville staff pride themselves not only on knowing their students, families and community members well, but also building strong relationships amongst all.
The Qualities and Qualifications of the position:
• Effective open line communication and earnest listening skills;
• Proven ability to make tough decisions when necessary and effectively communicate the reasons (transparency) along with experience in managing faculty and personnel;
• High degree of consistent integrity/honesty with strong core values and campus pride;
• Puts KIDS first; is committed to serving all kids PreK-12;
• Is personable/approachable while keeping an open mind; works well with others; consistent open door policy;
• Background in teaching and building administration preferably in small rural communities similar to Dayville;
• Understands Oregon school finance, demonstrates sound fiscal management and strong budgeting skills;
• An empowering leadership style that collaborates, builds consensus, and inspires while building a respectful work environment;
• Ability to build and sustain strong, effective family/community partnerships as well as staff relationships that positively impact student success;
• Presence of leadership throughout every aspect of the school.
Dayville is located at the west end of the beautiful John Day Valley in Eastern Oregon, close to the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and Picture Gorge. The region is widely known as an outdoor paradise with ranching, big game hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, bird watching, photography, rock hounding and geological study readily available. The laid-back pace, friendly folks and big skies encourage visitors and residents to unplug, unwind, and take in the peace and serenity of Oregon’s natural beauty.
Application Process: Application packets are submitted via the Revelus application portal, linked below. All applicants will submit a candidate profile (which will be completed when you create your Revelus account) and application as well as upload the following documents to the application portal linked below. The application packet must be submitted by 5pm on the closing day.
1. Completed Application form
2. Current resume
3. Cover letter of interest
4. 3-5 current letters of reference
5. Copy of administrator license or proof of eligibility
Click this link to submit your application packet: https://oregonschoolboards.myrevelus.com/
The board will offer a competitive compensation package to the successful candidate, the salary range is $73,500 - $89,000, housing is provided. The successful candidate must hold or qualify for an Oregon superintendent's license and provide proof of compliance with OAR 333-019-1030 (COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Teachers and School Staff).
APPLICATION OPEN: Feb. 21, 2022
CLOSING DATE: March 27, 2022
INTERVIEWS: April 10-14, 2022
FINALIST FORUM: April 27-28, 2022
ASSUME POSITION: Approximately July 1, 2022
For information regarding the position, contact:
Steve Kelley, Director of Board Development and Executive Searches, skelley@osba.org • 503.588.2800
For questions regarding the application process, contact:
Sarah Herb, Executive Search and Events Specialist, sherb@osba.org • 503.400-3047 (direct)
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.
The Dayville 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.
The Timeline
APPLICATION OPEN: Feb. 21, 2022
CLOSING DATE: March 27, 2022
INTERVIEWS: April 10-14, 2022
FINALIST FORUM: April 27-28, 2022
ASSUME POSITION: Approximately July 1, 2022
The Dayville School District is an equal opportunity employer.