303.1 Superintendent of Schools - Qualifications, Recruitment, Appointment

Code No. 303.1

SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS – QUALIFICATIONS, RECRUITMENT, APPOINTMENT

The Board of Directors shall appoint a Superintendent of Schools to serve as the executive officer of the Board of Directors and as the leader of the administrative team.  In selecting a Superintendent of Schools, the Board shall follow its policies on equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.  The Board may utilize consultants to assist it in recruiting and selecting a Superintendent.

The Superintendent shall meet the licensure requirements as designated by the Iowa Department of Education and the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners, shall have demonstrated exemplary leadership abilities, and shall exhibit the knowledge and ability to accomplish the duties of the job description.  The Board of Directors shall select a Superintendent of Schools based upon such additional qualifications and qualities as may be determined from time to time by the Board as being necessary to accomplish the District's educational philosophy, goals and objectives.

Date of Review:  December 11, 2017