Assistant Superintendent

Assistant Superintendent

Location: Mandan Public School District

Salary: DOE

Position Summary:

Under limited supervision, provides highly responsible administrative and management support functions for the MPS District Superintendent, including management of sensitive and confidential issues, federal programs, school curriculum, and functional supervision of school principals.

Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.  This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists in planning, organizing, evaluating, and directing the implementation of administrative and educational programs in MPS Schools; manages technical programs and complex issues as assigned; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Coordinates the implementation, evaluation, and compliance standards for federal programs, including Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Title I, Title II, and ESSA Consolidated State Application.
• Reviews, revises, implements, and evaluates school curriculum; leads the development of effective educational programs and the integration into the curriculum.
• Works with school principals to respond to and resolve complex and sensitive issues.
• Coordinates a variety of state and federal school programs, including Home School, North Dakota State Assessments, Homebound Services, and summer schools.
• Coordinates professional development programs for certified personnel, including Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) and other assessments.
• Reviews and approves administrative actions, including purchases and guardianship/residency issues.
• Manages stakeholder relationships in the community; communicates and collaborates with other public agencies, elected officials, community organizations, and advocates.
• Supports the relationship between the Mandan Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

• Master's Degree in Education, or related field; AND six years of teaching and school administration experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

  Knowledge of:

  • MPS organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Federal and state policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of student programs and facilities in an educational environment, including the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, and other governing and accrediting agencies.
  • Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgets, payroll, purchasing, planning, contracting, records management, and project management.
  • Techniques and practices for efficient and cost effective management of resources.
  • Legal, ethical and professional rules of conduct for public education administrators.
  • Local community resources, regional community services programs, and regional training programs.
  • Project planning and management principles.

  Skill in:

  • Analyzing complex administrative and operational issues, interpreting laws and regulations, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations, strategies and operational improvements.
  • Reading, interpreting, understanding and applying federal and state rules and regulations.
  • Identifying problems and opportunities, and developing solutions.
  • Understanding and applying educational standards and procedures, federal and state rules and regulations, and MPS policies and procedures.
  • Using courtesy and respect in interactions with students, staff, and parents.
  • Using motivational skills to inspire staff, facilitate teamwork, and support innovation.
  • Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
  • Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
  • Developing and maintaining a public education learning environment in which positive, appropriate behavior is encouraged, and discipline problems are minimized.
  • Collaborating as a team member, with colleagues, staff, and community representatives.
  • Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, public officials, and representatives from other regional agencies.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Reports To:

• Superintendent

License and Certification Requirements:

• A valid North Dakota State Driver's License is required. Teacher/Educator certification from North Dakota Department of Public Instruction is required; and specific Principal's Credential is required as defined by Article 67-19 of the North Dakota Administrative Rules.

Application Procedures

Please attach a resume to your electronic application and provide three (3) professional/job references. All application material must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Application form and resume should demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.

Employment requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and verifiable record of satisfactory performance in previous employment.

A state and federal background check will be conducted on the final candidate.