Kent School District
Kent, Washington
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The Kent School District, Kent, Washington, Board of Directors, is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position July 1, 2022.
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 Directors in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment: 25,000+
Location: 20 miles south of Seattle
The Qualifications
The 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.
An experienced leader with superior verbal and written communication skills
An individual who understands and enjoys the Kent community, climate, and culture
A person who willingly becomes a fully engaged member of the community for the long haul.
A leader with experience in a district of similar size and diversity
A visionary leader with classroom experience and a deep understanding of teaching and learning
An individual who has a record of community volunteerism
A trusted, caring, empathetic, approachable individual who is seen as a strong supporter of public education.
A leader who creates a safe environment where staff are allowed to be creative and not afraid to make mistakes.
A unifier who can work with diverse opinions and find the commonalities for the benefit for the students.
A data driver decision maker who is proactive not reactive
Experienced developing collaborative plans that are successfully implemented
An educator who has a calm demeanor and is a superior multi-tasker
Search Timeline:
Closing date for applications: March 16, 2022 (11:30 p.m. central time)
Board of Directors selects finalists to interview: March 30, 2022
Finalists’ interviews with the Board of Directors: April 4-8, 2022
Selection of new Superintendent: Late April 2022
Start date: July 1, 2022
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St., Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com
School Website: http://www.kent.k12.wa.us
Consultants:
Dr. Steve Lowder s_lowder@macnjake.com
Dr. Gustavo Balderas g_balderas@macnjake.com
Mr. Rich Parker r_parker@macnjake.com
Kent 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.