Superintendent - San Marcos Unified School District at San Marcos Unified School District
About the Employer
Welcome to San Marcos Unified School District! The San Marcos Unified School District is an innovative and collaborative community providing an unparalleled educational experience. Through an engaging and supportive environment, all our students are challenged, inspired, and poised to excel.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The San Marcos Unified School District (SMUSD) Governing Board is seeking a forward-thinking leader to serve as the District’s next Superintendent. Located in north San Diego County, SMUSD serves 21,000 TK-12 students who are challenged, inspired, and poised to excel. The District’s boundaries encompass the City of San Marcos, parts of Eastern Carlsbad, and small portions of Escondido and Vista. Despite enrollment doubling in size since the mid-1990’s, SMUSD maintains a strong sense of caring and connectedness where family and community are valued and prioritized.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
• Completed application at https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1352571 • The following documents must be uploaded and accompany the application: - Cover Letter - Resume - Minimum of three (maximum of five) current Letters of Recommendation - Response to three essay questions (Not to exceed 200 words per question) 1. What vital skills/qualifications do you bring to the position that equips you to serve as SMUSD’s next superintendent? 2. Describe an initiative or program you have led that resulted in positive changes in student performance for underserved learners. 3. Provide a specific example of how you have helped a team heal, recover from trauma, or repair damaged relationships.
SELECTION PROCESS The Governing Board has retained advisors Dr. Suzette Lovely and Ms. Beverly Hempstead from Education Support Services (ESS) to engage in a confidential search to recruit the most highly qualified candidate for this position. Any contact with individual Board members during the recruitment or selection phase of the search will result in a candidate’s removal from the process. For more information, please contact: Dr. Suzette Lovely SLovely@aalrr.com 949-283-7862 Ms. Beverly Hempstead BHempstead@aalrr.com 714-746-6828
• Completed application at https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/1352571 • The following documents must be uploaded and accompany the application: - Cover Letter - Resume - Minimum of three (maximum of five) current Letters of Recommendation - Response to three essay questions (Not to exceed 200 words per question) 1. What vital skills/qualifications do you bring to the position that equips you to serve as SMUSD’s next superintendent? 2. Describe an initiative or program you have led that resulted in positive changes in student performance for underserved learners. 3. Provide a specific example of how you have helped a team heal, recover from trauma, or repair damaged relationships.
SELECTION PROCESS The Governing Board has retained advisors Dr. Suzette Lovely and Ms. Beverly Hempstead from Education Support Services (ESS) to engage in a confidential search to recruit the most highly qualified candidate for this position. Any contact with individual Board members during the recruitment or selection phase of the search will result in a candidate’s removal from the process. For more information, please contact: Dr. Suzette Lovely SLovely@aalrr.com 949-283-7862 Ms. Beverly Hempstead BHempstead@aalrr.com 714-746-6828
Comments and Other Information
LEADERSHIP PROFILE
San Marcos Unified School District seeks a Superintendent with a proven track record of distinction. Successful candidates must possess the ability to:
• Set a clear vision/direction for the organization
• Create unity and cohesion among internal and external stakeholders
• Build trust, transparency and stability
• Address equity gaps that impact learning
• Ensure the long-term fiscal health of the District
• Collaborate effectively with employee associations
• Think beyond educational boundaries to connect with the community
• Work effectively with the Governing Board
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
• A seasoned educational leader with demonstrated success at the senior cabinet level
• Working knowledge/foundation of instruction, business and human resource functions
• An individual who can make a long-term commitment to the District
• Principal experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred
Comments and Other Information
LEADERSHIP PROFILE
San Marcos Unified School District seeks a Superintendent with a proven track record of distinction. Successful candidates must possess the ability to:
• Set a clear vision/direction for the organization
• Create unity and cohesion among internal and external stakeholders
• Build trust, transparency and stability
• Address equity gaps that impact learning
• Ensure the long-term fiscal health of the District
• Collaborate effectively with employee associations
• Think beyond educational boundaries to connect with the community
• Work effectively with the Governing Board
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
• A seasoned educational leader with demonstrated success at the senior cabinet level
• Working knowledge/foundation of instruction, business and human resource functions
• An individual who can make a long-term commitment to the District
• Principal experience preferred
• Bilingual preferred
Application Deadline
2/26/2021 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/13/2021
Contact
Beverly Hempstead
714-746-6828
714-746-6828
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience; a multi-year contract will be considered by the Board
Length of Work Year
12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Fringe Benefits::
The District offers health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans for employees and their dependents.