Superintendent SearchNyssa School District 26Nyssa, OregonApply to www.
macnjake.
comThe School Board of the Nyssa School District 26, Nyssa, Oregon, is seeking a highly qualified, fully certified, educational leader to serve as Superintendent.
The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position, July 1, 2024.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.
L.
C.
, Executive Recruitment and Development, has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates.
They will assist the School Board in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment: 1,500Location: Located in Malheur County, along the Snake River on the Idaho border, in the region of far eastern Oregon known as the Treasure Valley.
The QualificationsThe candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership.
The School Board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make.
The School Board seeks a Superintendent who possesses the following personal qualities and characteristics: Is a visible, meaningful and contributing member of the community Is committed to establishing a long-term relationship with students, their families, school district staff and administrators and the Nyssa communityIs a visible and supportive presence in all aspects of the schools putting students firstIs approachable and inclusive working with sincerity and respect with a wide variety of constituents Is collaborative and able to bring people together Is a proactive and creative problem solver who is able to make difficult decisions in a firm and fair mannerHas a broad cultural perspective and understanding especially of the Latino culture Has effective listening and communication skills orally, written, non-verbal - with all constituents all staff, parents, students and community membersIs committed to excellent communication and developing and maintaining a positive relationship with the school boardHas a high degree of integrity and honesty with strong core values that are consistent with our rural communityUnderstands school finance, demonstrating sound fiscal stewardship and management, knowing state law and federal programsIs a student focused, proactive visionary focusing on continual improvement based on constant assessmentIs a strong manager who is personally organizedRequired: -Has or is able to obtain an Oregon Superintendent license-Three years experience as a lead administratorPreferred: Experience, familiarity and understanding of a small rural school district and agricultural communityAbility to speak Spanish Compensation: $145,000 to $155,000 DOESearch Timeline: Closing date for applications: February 12, 2024 (11:30 p.
m.
central time)Board of Education selects finalists: March 7, 2024Interviews with the Board of Education: March 18-20, 2024 Selection of new Superintendent: March 25-April 5, 2024Start date: July 1, 2024