McMinnville School District, McMinnville, OR - Interim Superintendent
McMinnville School District, McMinnville, OR - Interim Superintendent
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Position Description for McMinnville School District McMinnville Oregon
The McMinnville School District McMinnville Oregon Board of Directors is seeking a highly qualified Interim Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position July 1 2025.
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: 6394
Location: 48 miles Southwest of Portland Oregon
The Qualifications
The following characteristics reflect the priorities and leadership qualities the McMinnville School District Board seeks in its interim superintendent*. These traits will help ensure effective leadership continuity of operations and support for students staff and the broader community during the transition period.
*NOTE: The successful candidate will be able to apply and interview for the permanent position.
Proven Leadership Experience
- Ability to manage complex systems and lead through periods of change.
Strong Communication Skills
- Communicates clearly consistently and transparently with all stakeholders with an emphasis on focalpopulation students families and the board.
- Actively listens builds trust and fosters open dialogue with staff families and community members.
StudentCentered Focus
- Prioritizes student wellbeing learning and equity. Ensures all learners have what they need to succeed academically.
- Experience working with students and families in focal populations specifically with English Learners McKinney Vento and other special needs populations.
- Committed to serving the diverse needs of all learners in the district.
Knowledge of District Operations
- Deep understanding of school finance human resources curriculum facilities special education and technology.
- Experienced in managing limited resources while preserving core services and instructional quality.
Collaborative Leadership Style
- Builds strong relationships with the administrative team employee groups and the community.
- Supports shared decisionmaking and inclusive leadership practices.
Cultural and Community Awareness
- Demonstrates cultural responsiveness and inclusive practices.
- Familiar with the McMinnville community or able to quickly develop meaningful local relationships.
- Experience in collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders and specifically our Hispanic community members.
Stability and Continuity
- Provides calm steady guidance during a time of change.
- Maintains focus on district goals and priorities without distractions from outside influence.
Integrity and Professionalism
- Models ethical conduct accountability and transparency.
- Exercises sound judgment and maintains confidentiality.
Strategic Thinker
- Balances immediate needs with the longterm vision of the district.
- Experience developing and implementing a district strategic plan with measurable outcomes.
- Support for and experience using data to inform decisions and align decisions with the districts strategic goals and values.
TransitionFocused Mindset
- Understands the unique nature of interim leadership.
- Supports planning and transition for the permanent superintendents arrival.
Board Relations
- Is committed to developing and maintaining a positive relationship with the school board
Requirements:
The candidates must have:
- A current Oregon administrative license or be eligible for the Oregon Reciprocal License with an authorization for all levels a superintendents endorsement or a transitional superintendent license;
- Successful experience as a teacher principal and educational leader with preference for district level leadership;
- Understands Oregon education laws and aligns practices with them; and
- Other qualifications as determined by the Board to include residency with in the district boundaries.
Total Compensation: $$238 500 including salary* and allowances for travel technology and supplemental retirement; plus insurance benefits
*District pays PERS
Search Timeline:
- Closing Date for Applications: June 2 2025
- Board Selects Finalists: Week of June 9 2025
- Interviews with Board: Week of June 9 2025
- Selection of New Interim Superintendent: Week of June 16 2025
- Start Date: July 1 2025
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St. Suite 220
Omaha NE 68144
School Website:
McMinnville School District McMinnville Oregon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex age national origin or disabilityand when needed will providereasonable accommodationsto applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
Employment Type
Full-Time
