Date Available:
08/14/2024 Delegate authority to appropriate personnel to assume responsibility for the school in the absence of the principal to guarantee continuity of program and security.
Develop and maintain a program of parent and community relations, interpreting activities and policies of the school to encourage parent and community participation in the school; create positive support, understanding and participation for continued school improvement.
Work with appropriate district office administrative personnel regarding school needs, such as curriculum, personnel, financial and accounting functions; coordinate support services cooperatively with transportation, maintenance, computer services, food service and security.
Plan and supervise health, safety, and emergency procedures for the school to ensure the well-being of students and faculty.
Supervise the maintenance of accurate records of student progress and attendance for educational monitoring, district reporting, and legal requirements.
Participate in IEP meetings; coordinate special services and related school support services.
Serve as member of the District’s Leadership Team and participate in its deliberations; participate in school board and other administrative meetings as required or appropriate; serve on committees as necessary.
Prepare such reports as may be required by statute and regulation and keep the Superintendent and other appropriate district office personnel informed of all the school’s activities and problems.
Direct procedures for student registration, scheduling, orientation, transition, grading and reporting. Develop and recognize outstanding employees by monitoring the personal and professional growth of each member; create a climate in which staff is encouraged to enjoy their work, develop their potential and take on new and challenging activities.
Assume responsibility for the implementation, communication and observance of all Board policies and administrative procedures by the school’s staff and students in order to meet state statutes and ensure consistent and equitable governance.
Respond to and resolve conflicts and difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform related duties as assigned.
WORK CONTACTS
Frequent contact with teachers, students, parents, district staff, and state personnel is required. Contact with subordinates to manage and coach.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Demonstrated knowledge of modern principles and practices of public school administration; of state and federal laws, rules and regulations governing public education, particularly the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504; of principles and practices of shared decision making; of successful school philosophies and practices; of effective organizational and management practices as applied to the evaluation and assessment of teacher performance and clinical supervision; of methods, materials and techniques employed in a competency-based educational program.
SKILL IN
Evaluating and assessing teacher performance, human relations, conflict resolution, communications, leadership, organizational theory and promoting multicultural awareness and commitment. Skill in the use of a microcomputer and related software.
ABILITY TO
Coordinate the school’s educational program consistent with the District’s Strategic Plan.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, Board members, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.
Develop and/or coordinate staff development plans.
Strengthen staff morale.
Analyze and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral or written reports and recommendations.
Establish and maintain a position of leadership.
Plan, organize, and coordinate activities/professional development for all special services staff.
Demonstrate a high level of self-confidence, initiative, self-direction, and motivation.
Conduct research, analyze findings, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.
Work independently and handle multiple priorities.
Meet deadlines. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with school officials, administrators, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.
Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed under the administrative direction of the School Superintendent. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports relating to accomplishment of broad program objectives and effectiveness of service delivery. The School Superintendent shall at least annually evaluate the Principal’s performance.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision is exercised directly, or through subordinate supervisors, over all certified and classified staff at the school site.
CONDITIONS OF WORK
Work is performed under the following conditions:

• Exposure to climate-controlled office settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods. May involve work in crowded environments.
• Hazards: Office/Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

SAFETY SENSITIVE:
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Progressively responsible and successful administrative experience in public school administration supplemented by five (5) years successful classroom teaching experience in an educational environment; college education (Master’s Degree) with emphasis in curriculum, leadership and administration, instruction, school finance and law; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATESPHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Those requirements include:

• Strength, dexterity, and coordination to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Sedentary to heavy exertion of force involving 10-25 pounds frequently with up to 50 pounds occasionally. May involve negligible up to significant stand/walk/push/pull/carry. May involve climbing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Mobility to work in a typical classroom setting and use standard classroom equipment. The ability to interact professionally, communicates effectively, and exchange information accurately with all internal and external members of the school community.
• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE
In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling (775) 782-7177.
The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies: