Commissioner of Education
Kentucky Board of Education - Frankfort, Kentucky
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The Kentucky Board of Education is seeking a highly qualified and experienced leader to serve as Commissioner of Education. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position not later than July 1, 2024.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
The Qualifications
The Kentucky Board of Education is specifically seeking a candidate with the following characteristics:
Experience
Knowledge of Kentucky’s public school system and the broader educational landscape within the Commonwealth.
Successful experience as a student-focused educator and educational leader with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities our state presents.
A deep understanding of learning theory, curriculum and instructional practice. Accomplished professional with a proven track record in managerial roles, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, strategic vision, and the ability to inspire and guide teams towards achieving organizational excellence.
Skills
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage diverse statewide stakeholders in the planning and implementation of programs designed to improve opportunities and outcomes for ALL Kentucky children. This will include listening to the voices of students, teachers, families and communities.
The ability to work collaboratively and inclusively with the Board of Education, state educational partners, the Kentucky General Assembly, and school district leadership in developing and implementing the strategic goals for the state.
Supporting Dispositions
A commitment to and passion for inspiring each student for a successful life and improving learning opportunities for historically underserved children.
A dedication to maintaining a visible and approachable presence while exemplifying dignified leadership.
Application materials should include a letter addressing how the candidate’s experiences match the position requirements, a curriculum vitae or resume and five references. Submission of materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged.
Salary: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Search Timeline:
Closing date for applications: February 16, 2024 (11:30 p.m. central time)
Interview committee identifies subset of candidates: March 7, 2024
Virtual interviews and finalists identified: March 8, 2024
Finalist interviews: March 18-19, 2024
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St., Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com
Kentucky Department of Education Website: http://www.education.ky.gov/KBE
Consultants:
Dr. Steve Joel
s_joel@macnjake.com
Dr. James Hutto
j_hutto@macnjake.com
Dr. Michelle Hamilton
m_hamilton@macnjake.com
Dr. Kimberley Markus
k_markus@macnjake.com
The Kentucky Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The department 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 reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.