Clinton School District Superintendent

Missouri School Boards Association • Clinton, MO

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About The Position

The Superintendent is responsible to the Board of Education for supervising the district’s day-to-day operations and long-term planning. The role serves as Executive Officer of the Board and Chief Financial Officer, and leads personnel matters, school maintenance, public relations, records management, and instructional leadership. The Superintendent also performs other duties as assigned and complies with district rules, policies, and regulations.

Requirements

• Specialist degree.
• Superintendent’s certification or proof of ability to achieve certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Board of Education agendas and packets; attend regular and special board meetings except when the Superintendent’s evaluation or appointment is under consideration.
• Represent the Board to staff, enforce Board policies and regulations, keep the Board informed about major district occurrences and education trends, conduct annual program audits, and monitor compliance with Missouri School Improvement Program standards.
• Prepare budgets for Board approval; establish controls for district expenditures; work with the salary and welfare committee on annual salary recommendations; submit required financial reports; oversee expenditures subject to Board approval; conduct cost studies when necessary; and prepare requested or necessary reports and studies.
• Represent the Board in staff matters; recommend candidates for vacancies; verify or plan for required certifications; coordinate recruitment; ensure staff are placed correctly on the salary schedule; identify staff designated for tenure; recommend staff termination or continuation; recognize outstanding performance; establish staff rules and regulations to implement Board policies; and ensure compliance with applicable personnel laws and rules.
• Provide for district maintenance within the school budget, ensure building and grounds safety, and develop short- and long-term facilities and maintenance goals with relevant district participants.
• Maintain a visible presence in the community; coordinate the district newsletter and annual report; develop and implement a community relations plan; and maintain cordial relations with the media.
• Ensure timely and accurate state and federal reports; maintain student and personnel records in accordance with applicable guidelines; maintain official Board meeting records; prepare the district calendar for annual Board approval; maintain official curriculum copies; and update Board policy manuals as policies are adopted.
• Explain state and federal educational progress reports to staff, the Board, and community; work with staff on improvement plans where student achievement is below standards; evaluate administrative staff; ensure curriculum meets state standards; ensure an adequate teacher evaluation plan is implemented; ensure course offerings meet MSIP standards; inform the Board about educational issues; and provide professional development opportunities for staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with district rules, policies, and regulations.

What This Job Offers

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