What are the responsibilities and job description for the Superintendent position at Unatego Central School District?
District/Company:
Unatego Central School District
Location:
Otego, NY
Position Description:
The Board of Education of the Unatego Central School District announces a vacancy for the position of Superintendent of Schools with an anticipated start date of January 15, 2027. Mr. Michael Rullo, District Superintendent of the Sole Supervisory District of Delaware-Chenango-Madison-Otsego Counties, will assist the Unatego CSD Board of Education in the selection process. The search for candidates will be closed and kept confidential. The Board of Education will make the final decision as to the successful candidate. Applicants are not to contact members of the Board of Education.
Qualifications:
The Board of Education is seeking an educational leader of the highest professional and personal integrity who will put students at the center of decision-making while building upon Unatego’s strong foundation. We are looking for a superintendent who is:
- Student-centered, consistently placing the needs and success of students at the forefront of decisions.
- A confident, humble, and principled leader who leads with integrity and places the needs of students, staff, and the district above personal interests.
- An exceptional communicator and listener who is visible, approachable, transparent, and able to build trusting relationships with students, staff, families, the Board, and community.
- Proactive and solutions-oriented, with the foresight and common sense to anticipate challenges, address issues early, and keep the district moving forward.
- Fiscally responsible and goal-oriented, balancing educational excellence with responsible stewardship of community resources.
- Versatile and adaptable, capable of leading effectively through change while respecting Unatego’s culture, traditions, and strengths.
- Patient, kind, respectful, and collaborative, with the ability to bring people together around shared goals.
- A strong organizational and instructional leader who supports, develops, and empowers staff while maintaining high expectations and accountability.
Salary Range:
$170,000-$185,000
Position Available:
01/15/2027
Application Deadline:
10/02/2026
Contact Information:
All inquiries must be directed to: Mr. Michael Rullo, District Superintendent, DCMO BOCES, 6678 County Road 32, Norwich, New York 13815-3554; or call 607.335.1233; or email mrullo@dcmoboces.com. The deadline for the receipt of applications is October 2, 2026. The Board anticipates completing first round interviews in October, with final interviews in November, and appointing the successful candidate in December. The new Superintendent is expected to begin employment on January 15, 2027, or a mutually acceptable date.
Qualified applicants must submit the following in order to complete the application process:
- A letter of application
- A current resumé
- A completed application form: http://www.dcmoboces.com/supersearch
- Three letters of recommendation
- Proof of required certification (SDA or SDL).
Salary : $170,000 - $185,000