Position Description for Weld RE-9 School District The Weld RE-9 School District, Ault, Colorado, Board of Education, is seeking a highly qualified and fully licensed 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, in association with the Colorado Association of School Boards, have been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates. Enrollment: 993 students pk-12 Location: Located 19 miles directly east of Fort Collins, Ault, CO is A Unique Little Town that celebrated its centennial in 2004. Known as the “gateway to the Pawnee National Grassland”, Ault offers small town charm with a friendly welcome. As the largest of the tiny prairie towns in Weld County, Ault lies north of Greeley https://www.colorado.com/cities-and-towns/Greeley on U.S. 85 and is 73 miles north of Denver, Colorado. The Highland School District name comes from the high plains location. Highland High School's mascot is the Husky. The QualificationsThe candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The board recognizes that selecting a superintendent is one of the most important decisions it will make. The board developed the following desired characteristics:Effective and efficient communicator able to carry out the Board’s goals and direction to staff, parents and communityConservative values with strong rural school backgroundVisionary and has the skill level to implement the district vision and missionSuperintendent experience preferable or related experience in leadershipExcellent leadership skills and abilities and has excellent listening skillsNeeds to be an inspirational and innovative leader who can motivate staff and studentsHonest and transparentA leader who possesses the core values of the district of building, respecting, uniting, supporting and honoringLeader who will embrace the mission of safely engaging every student, every day in every classroomThe new leader will value every student and support and empower every student to become responsible and productive citizensKnow how to engage and work with a growing diverse communityAble to communicate with all groups that make up the communityWillingness and courage to make necessary changes through leadership development, restructuring of roles or, if necessary, replacement of current positions to drive the District towards the strategic objectives of the BoardA leader who values the staff and the work they have completedA strong educational background coupled with a strong business senseStrong knowledge of school financeKnowledge of how rural school districts and communities operateA leader who will have the courage of their convictionsA leader who will celebrate the excellent things happening in the district including student accomplishmentsKnowledgeable about different pathways for student success both with academics and Career Tech Education (CTE)Knows how to improve school performance and raise student achievementHas the ability to increase parent and community engagement and involvement in the schoolsPerson who can build relationships within the community and other organizations that comprise the communityPreferred experience with bond election and construction projects Salary and Benefits: $150,000-$175,000 negotiated salary based upon experience, with a negotiated benefit package that includes family health insurance, with option to purchase dental and vision. Search Timeline:Closing date for applications: May 23, 2024Board of Education selects finalists to interview: June 4, 2024 Interviews with the Board of Education: June 17 & June 18, 2024 or TBDSelection of new Superintendent: June 20, 2024 or TBDStart date: July 1, 2024 or ASAP after July 1st Contact information: McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. 11725 Arbor St., Suite 220 Omaha, NE 68144 888-375-4814 Email: apps@macnjake.com mailto:apps@macnjake.com School Website: https://www.weldre9.org https://www.weldre9.org Consultant: Dr. Randy Zila r_zila@macnjake.com mailto:r_zila@macnjake.com Weld RE-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.