Superintendent

Job Title: 

Superintendent of 

Lame Deer Public Schools

District #6

Salary Range:  Competitive and depending on experience.  Benefits to be negotiated. 

Closing Date:  Open until filled. 

Minimum Qualifications Preferred: 

• Master’s degree of better in school administration or information demonstrating ability to obtain such a certificate; 

AND

• Valid Montana Administrator’s certification with appropriate administrative endorsements upon hire; AND
• Minimum of five years’ experience in school administration.
• Experience as a school district superintendent. 
• Experience working with Montana and federal law regarding laws, policies and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Experience with native populations and reservation communities is helpful
• Strong supporter of extracurricular activities is important. 
• Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, parents/guardians, and the public. 
• Ability to establish a clear vision for the District and be recognized as an instructional leader. 
• Ability to effectively lead with integrity and inspire a collaborative team-oriented environment focused on the education and support of our children. 
• Ability to maintain a high standard of excellence as it relates to your role as Superintendent. 
• Ability to effectively communicate the state of the District to a variety of constituents. 
• Ability to engage with and respond to questions from staff, students, parents/guardians and the public. 
• Ability to further community engagement. 
• Exceptional listening skills with the ability to facilitate and collaborate with others. 
• Ability to direct staff to achieve standards of excellence, monitor progress and evaluate performance.  Ability to manage politics, adapt to change and lead by example while keeping the vision of the District as priority.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field. 
• Ability to maintain staff and student confidentiality. 
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. 
• Skill in organization to provide effective administration. 
• Proficient with the use of computers and other technology.

**Background checks and fingerprints should be completed for any finalists.