District Assistant Superintendent

REPORTS TO:                         

   Superintendent of Schools
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:        

   Regular, full time
 
FLSA STATUS:                         

   Exempt
 
POSITION SUMMARY:           

   The work of the Assistant Superintendent is performed for the purposes of planning, implementing, guiding and

   maintaining the district’s goals that ensure that all students realize at minimum one year of growth in reading and math,

   and meet the standards designed by the State of Ohio to achieve the highest district performance rating possible. 

   Additional responsibilities include identifying and implementing instructional strategies and practices based on analyses

   of student data, which will ensure the improvement of teacher instructional skills and the achievement and academic

   growth of all students.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
 
In conjunction with superintendent:

• Provide consultation and technical expertise to administrators, personnel, school districts, outside agencies and the public concerning operations and activities; respond to inquiries, resolve issues and conflicts, and provide detailed and technical information concerning related standards, requirements, practices, services, schedules, events, activities, plans, goals, objectives, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.   This includes custody and residency, board policy revisions and updates and other legal issues.
• Assign responsibilities to administrators and department heads; direct and oversee the execution of those responsibilities.
• Evaluate and oversee programs and administrators including Curriculum, Gifted, State and Federal Grants, ESL and Student Services.
• Develop communications plan which includes developing communications for local media, parents and community.
• Coordinates crisis situations with staff and media.
• Serve as chief administrative officer of the district in the absence of the Superintendent of Schools.
• Participate actively as a member of the administrative team.

In conjunction with Human Resources Director:

• Develop and manage procedures for the employment of staff.
• Screen applications and conduct interviews for all staff vacancies.  Arrange for appropriate personnel to assist with the interviewing; for example, Principals, other administrators or supervisors, department chairpersons.
• Make employment recommendations to the Superintendent.  

In conjunction with district leadership team:

• Assist with the development and implementation of strategic planning for the school district, including performance indicators.
• Establish, develop and monitor building level planning processes, ensuring alignment to district strategic plan.
• Lead the long range planning of the instructional program and student services; design and conduct research to support and advance the planning process.
• Work with staff to establish and maintain the appropriate continuity, articulation and consistency of the instructional programs across the district.
• Coordinate staff recommendations for curriculum changes; for example course additions, grade placement of courses, course content, credit allowance.
• Develop an annual comprehensive plan for the professional development of certificated staff and coordinate its implementation with leadership team.
• Oversee the district’s student assessment program.
• Review student data with principals to prioritize curricular areas for improving teaching
  strategies.
• Assist with the operation of the Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC), and facilitate appropriate training opportunities for all staff.
• Monitor the budgets for curriculum, testing, student services and professional development.
• Coordinate student teaching and field placement assignments working closely with local colleges and universities.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate actively in committee work that will advance the goals and responsibilities of the position.
• Maintain liaisons with educational leaders in the region, state and nation.
• Pursue appropriate professional growth opportunities.
• Serve as a role model for students and staff in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ohio Assistant Superintendent’s certificate/license.
• Public school teaching and administrative experience.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Willingness to develop a thorough knowledge of the Ohio public school system and to become familiar with the characteristics of the Marysville schools and community.
• Ability and desire to provide leadership for, and work cooperatively with, school employees.
• Well-developed organizational, time management and problem solving skills.
• Sound judgment and a sense of humor.
• Team building skills.  

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Computer/printer.
• Various office machines and instructional equipment; for example, copiers, fax machines, slide projectors and DVD players. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Frequent travel between schools.
• Frequent evening and weekend work.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather; that is, being prepared to work on all scheduled days, including calamity days.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, hear, read.  

NOTE:  The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.
 
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Length of Employment : Limited Contract (length to be determined)
• Salary and Fringe Benefits: Based on Current Salary and Benefit Schedule

External Application Deadline:  June 22, 2012