Principal

Bureau of Indian Education • Chinle, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of Cottonwood Day School, Bureau of Indian Education. The Principal coordinates and supervises the school’s educational activities, including planning, developing, directing, and conducting Bureau of Indian Education school programs. The position requires a year-long contract under Public Law 95-561, with annual contract renewal. It is not suitable for telework or remote work.

The Principal supervises school operations and personnel, evaluates staff and educational programs, manages the school’s budget and expenditures, and works with education administrators, Tribal leaders, school board members, students, parents, and staff to formulate policies and procedures. The role supports curriculum and associated programs aligned with state accreditation requirements, Bureau standards, and student recruitment.

The position requires a master’s degree with at least 12 graduate semester hours in School Administration (or the specified equivalent), at least three years of qualifying professional education experience, and valid state Principal or equivalent Administrator licensure or certification. U.S. citizenship, a background investigation, and a valid driver’s license are also required. The appointment includes a probationary period of three full contract terms. The incumbent must file an annual financial disclosure statement.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Master’s degree with a minimum of 12 graduate semester hours in School Administration from an accredited institution, or the specified equivalent six-year university administration program and degree with the required coursework.
• At least three years of qualifying experience in school administration, teaching, counseling, or other professional education work; qualifying experience must meet the stated timing and job-category standards.
• Must possess and maintain valid state-issued Principal or equivalent Administrator licensure or certification for the state where the position is located. Emergency or provisional certificates may be considered under stated conditions; candidates certified in another state may be considered subject to obtaining the appropriate certification within two full contract terms.
• Valid driver’s license, as the incumbent may be required to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle as an incidental duty.
• Successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must meet the Selective Service registration requirement.
• Submit legible transcripts to document education; official transcripts are required upon selection.
• File an annual financial disclosure statement (OGE-450).
• Complete a probationary period of three full contract terms; continued employment is subject to evaluation.
• Position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Responsibilities

• Assign, supervise, and direct professional and non/para-professional employees across school functions, including scheduling work, communicating policy changes, arranging training, participating in employee selection, overseeing performance management, approving leave, and addressing disciplinary concerns.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships and appropriate transparency and communication among teachers, parents, pupils, and the community.
• Continuously evaluate and appraise personnel, programs, and pupils using appropriate measurement instruments and empirical data to support educational programs, planning, and assessment of program effectiveness.
• Manage school operational and special-project finances and expenditures within annual budget allocations, including developing, proposing, implementing, and evaluating programs and projects to make effective use of supplementary funding.
• Collaborate with the Agency Education Program Administrator, Tribal leaders, school board members, student council, parents, and school staff to formulate school policies and procedures.
• Coordinate curriculum and associated programs with state accreditation requirements, Bureau standards, and student recruitment.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Government quarters may be available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal