District Administrator/Superintendent - Vacancy ID: 192469

The district administrator shall be the chief executive of the Board in the administration of the District. Coordination and supervision of the District office shall be his/her primary responsibility. As chief executive officer, he/she shall be expected to maintain a general overview of the school system. The district administrator shall be responsible for the efficient operation of the school system as mandated by the Wisconsin statutes and as specifically designated by the policies of the Board.

Purpose: The District Administrator shall oversee:
1. The administration of the schools in all aspects shall be delegated to the District Administrator;
2. The District Administrator shall be responsible for executing all policies, decisions and orders of the Board;
3. The District Administrator shall prepare policies and advise upon policies under consideration by the Board and supply information needed by the Board to evaluate and appraise the success of its policies and their administration;
4. The District Administrator shall be the official spokesperson for the School District;
5. The District Administrator may delegate various duties to other administrative, guidance and supervisory personnel, but s/he shall have final responsibility to the Board for District operations.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

BOARD
1. Maintains professional relationship with Board.
2. Offers professional advice to the Board on items requiring Board action, with appropriate recommendations based on thorough study and analysis
3. Works with the Board and staff to create, revise and implement the Employee Handbook.
4. Keeps the Board informed on the progress and condition of the school facilities.
5. Oversees all maintenance, repair and building projects
6. Attends all meetings of the School Board, participates in all its deliberations, except those involved in his/her own employment or evaluation and assists the Board in creating an effective governance structure
7. Advises the Board of professional development meetings of significance that could enhance Board effectiveness.
8. Keeps the Board informed on issues and needs related to the operation of the school system.

DISTRICT
1. Accepts responsibility for maintaining good relations between the Board and District personnel, working toward a high degree of understanding and respect between staff and the Board.
2. Develops and implements short and long-term plans relating to facilities and operations.
3. Supervises the preparation and administration of the budget, including a plan for staff compensation, and makes recommendations concerning it to the School Board
4. Recommend for discharge from duty, subject to the action of the Board, any teacher or other employee of the District.
5. Create a school calendar which reflects the interests of the students, staff and community, within which the best educational program can function.
6. Exercises sound judgment and a collaborative management style in arriving at decisions.
7. Maintains poise and emotional stability in the full range of professional responsibilities and activities.

EMPLOYEES
1. Set an example for the district employees by adhering to the highest professional standards as the leader of our district and thereby setting the expectation for the district employees to excel in this area as well.
2. Administers the master contract and Employee Handbook for all District employees.
3. Maintain and update job descriptions for administrative, certified staff and non-certified staff.
4. Evaluates administrators according to their job descriptions.
5. Treats all personnel fairly without preference or prejudice.
6. Maintains an open door policy for employees.
7. Works towards maintaining positive staff morale and loyalty within the organization.

COMMUNITY AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
1. Connects with the stakeholders of our district and seeks to understand current perceived needs and expectations of the School District.
2. Seeks the respect and support of the community relating to the administration and implementation of all facets of the school district.
3. Interacts with and builds relationships with people, organizations, governmental bodies, and businesses in our School District.
4. Speaks well in front of large and small groups, expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner.
5. Uses language effectively in dealing with staff members, the Board, and the public.
6. Writes clearly and concisely in all communications.
7. Exhibits leadership to our community with respect to the education of students at Parkview.
8. Maintains an open door policy for students, parents, community residents, and other visitors.

A complete version of the job description can be found at www.parkview.k12.wi.us