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Superintendent: Scappoose School District, Scappoose Oregon

December 21, 2011

 
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The Community

Nestled at the bottom of forested foothills and on a plain overlooking the Columbia River, lies Scappoose, a vibrant community with a rich historical heritage. Recreational opportunities abound and include sport fishing, boating, kayaking, hunting, biking, hiking, geo-caching and golf.

Approximately 6,000 people reside in Scappoose, located in the northwest corner of Oregon, about 19 miles from Portland, Oregon’s largest city and just over an hour’s drive from the north Oregon coast or the ski slopes of the Cascade Mountain Range. Nearly 50% of residents are employed in professional or administrative occupations while the remainder have strong skills in production, industry and agriculture.

Its outstanding school system, proactive community calendar, recreational amenities and affordable cost of living make it a praised city in which to work and live. 

The District

The Scappoose School District serves approximately 2,100 students in grades K-12. The district has three elementary schools (two K-3 schools and one 4-6), one middle school (7-8), one high school (9-12) and two charter schools - South Columbia Family School (K-6) and Sauvie Island Academy (K-7). The district employs a staff of 108 full-time and four part-time licensed staff, 42 full-time and 57 part-time classified/support staff, six confidential/supervisory staff and six administrative staff. The district projects a general fund budget of approximately $16.1 million.

In November 2008, a $33.3 million bond levy was passed allowing the district to completely replace the Otto H.H. Petersen Elementary school; build three new classrooms at Grant Watts Elementary School; construct new physical education and fitness space; construct a new 400-seat auditorium; renovate and update all of the district buildings’ roofing, electrical, heating and ventilation systems, and make safety and security additions.

The district enjoys strong support from its community, staff and a cohesive seven-member school board. 

Mission Statement

We are committed to providing education that inspires students to embrace the challenges of the future. 

The Qualifications

The successful candidate must possess the following qualities and qualifications:

Leadership and Management Qualities
  • Provides visionary leadership; demonstrates a progressive and thoughtful leadership style
  • Successful teaching and administration experience with a pattern of increasing responsibility in education administration
  • Able to provide leadership to and work cooperatively with the board, staff, students and community; able to establish high levels of trust
  • Willing to develop and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders to maximize resources for the district
  • Demonstrates strong decision making skills; shows integrity and involves others in the decision-making process; is decisive and able to make tough decisions when needed
  • Highly visible in the schools and community; actively participates in school and community activities
  • Demonstrates strong fiscal and budget management skills
  • Promotes technology use in academic programs and district administration; is proficient in using technology
  • Current curriculum and instructional background; knowledge of and ability to promote effective educational improvement and instructional practices in all curricular areas
  • Working knowledge of current Oregon and federal education laws related to construction bonds, collective bargaining, labor relations, charter schools, special needs students and facilities management
  • Working knowledge of personnel issues and human resource practices
  • Flexible, creative and willing to take on a multitude of responsibilities
  • Able to select, mentor and evaluate high-quality staff
  • Familiar with and supportive of PBIS, PLCs, Common Core Standards and data teams
Excellent Communication Skills
  • Demonstrates strong communication skills and communicates pro-actively and effectively with the community, staff, students and the board of directors
  • Is approachable, accessible and listens to all parties with an open mind
Personal and Professional
  • Demonstrates strong personal and professional honesty, integrity and fairness
  • Desires a long-term involvement with the community and district; willing to live in and become an integral part of the community
  • Possesses a good sense of humor

Timelines

Closing Date: February 29, 2012
Screening: March 5-13 
Interviews: March 17-23
Site Visits: March 26-April 6 
Selection: April 23
Starting Date: July 1, 2012

Application Process

All applicants must apply online and provide the following:

  • A completed online application
  • A letter of interest stating why you wish to be employed by the Scappoose School District
  • A current resume
  • Three-to-five current letters of recommendation
  • A copy of your Oregon superintendent license or proof of eligibility for an Oregon superintendent license
  • A statement regarding how you meet the listed qualitites and qualifications
  • A one-page educational philosophy statement
  • A one-page leadership philosophy statement 
All application materials must be complete and available to OSBA by 5 p.m., February 29, 2012.
 

To Apply

To begin your online application go to https://edzapp.com/applicant/login.aspx?origincode=22823 or click here to APPLY NOW!

Out-of-state candidates: To ensure your eligibility for an Oregon superintendent’s license, direct inquiries to Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission, 503-378-3586; (fax) 503-378-4448

For more information

For questions regarding the online application process, please contact:
Stacy Davis, Executive Search Assistant.

For more information about the district and position, please contact:

Donna Herren, Executive Search Consultant 
Scappoose School District Superintendent Search
c/o Oregon School Boards Association
P.O. Box 1068 Salem, OR 97308 
800-578-6722 / (503) 588-2813 (FAX) 



Scappoose 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 Donna Herren at 800-578-6722.