Secretary of the Board

Job Title:Secretary of the Board

Location:Teacher Administrative Center (T.A.C.) 3215 Cuming St. Omaha NE 68131

Reports To:Superintendent

Work Schedule/FLSA Status:12-month/ Exempt

Salary Schedule:Non-Negotiated Salary Structure27 E Commensurate with education and experience

Start Date: August 1 2026

Position Function:This position coordinates and supports the work of the Board. This position contracts with and reports to the Board and Superintendentassistingthemin meeting and analyzing District goals and position fulfills the statutory requirements for Secretary to the Board andfacilitatescommunication between theBoard and the Superintendent administrative staff legal counsel the chief negotiator for theDistrict and external agencies asappropriate. Upon the direction of the BoardnandtheSuperintendent this position has the authority to have support staff and toenter intocontracts with external agencies toassistin meeting the duties of the office. The Superintendent and the Board will participate jointly in the performance evaluation of the BoardSecretary.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Minimum of aMasters Degree in educational administration business administration ora relatedfield.
• Valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with endorsement in area of administration and supervisionrequired.
• Track recordof collaboration.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Be able to effectively collect and presentinformationthat will lead to improvements throughout the school system.
• Familiarity with district policies and organizational structures.
• Be able to multi-task and coordinateschedules materials andhigh prioritylogisticswith tight timelines.
• Ability tohandle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of the urban school system with a large racially and economically diversepopulation.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing.
• Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Act ethically and according to professional norms to promote each students academic success and well-being.
• Demonstrates effective relationships with principals and other district staff.
• Act asanagentof continuous improvement to promote each students academic success and well-being.
• Model andpossesseffective listening and interpersonal skills necessary to coach buildcapacityand supervise.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the Superintendent providingappropriate datato the Board so that it may effectively evaluateprogress on District goals/strategies.
• In conjunction with the Superintendent providing information to the Board so they may assess compliance with written policy and procedure and applicable laws and regulations for current and proposed district initiatives.
• Oversight of ongoing auditing operational processes and auditing of all accounts of theDistrictas required under statute by the secretary.
• Performing all duties imposed by statute and regulation on the Secretary of the Board and as imposed by the policies and practices of the Board.Dutiesas set forth in policies and regulationsmay be delegated and done in conjunction with Administration.
• Attending all meetings of the Board unlessexcused;andkeepinganaccuratejournal of the proceedings of Board and Committee meetings.
• Maintaining all records reports petitions and other documents presented to and referred to in the minutes of the Board including budget input sessionspodcastsand other records of meetings.
• Assuring the proper notifications to the public of meetings and the necessary posting of materials for Boardmeetings and Committee meetings on websites or as isdeterminedappropriate by the Board for use by the Board and by the public.
• Taking charge of the books and records of the Board;maintainingthe internal budget of the Board.
• Maintaining all contracts records and documents belonging to the Board andmaintaininga duplicate copy of all contracts of employment with certificated employees of the district including but not limited to the contractand evaluationsof the Superintendent.
• Supportingthe business affairs and day-to-day operationof the Boardserving as a liaison between the Board and the Superintendentthe staffthe public the community and media via district communications and public relations.
• Ensuringappropriate policychangesrequired bylegislative and regulatory changes are brought to the Board for considerationin a timely manner working with Administrationand legal counsel to developsamas required by statute ordesiredby the Board.
• Assisting the Board Superintendent and Board Committees in the creationof policies agendas minutes announcements working with Administration to develop same as required by statute ordesiredby the Board.
• Overseeingprovision of support to Board for Board travelconferencesand schedules.
• Supporting theestablishmentupdatingand reporting totheBoard ontheBoardscalendar.
• Facilitating with theSuperintendent andthe Board planning and workshops Boardself-evaluationand Superintendent evaluation.
• Facilitatingwith theSuperintendenttheprovision of a comprehensive orientation and training for eachnewly electedor appointed Board Member.
• Performing all otherduties asassigned by theSuperintendentBoardand Board Policy.

Additional Duties:Assistswithadditionalduties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools ordesignee.

*NOTE: The statementshereinare intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skillsrequired ofpersonnel so classified. Duties and overall job description are subject to change based on district needs.

Equipment:This position may require the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers copiers scanners faxmachinesas well as video recording equipment. Employees must alwayscomply withOPS guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:Frequent travelbetween schools and central offices will berequired. Occasional travel outside of Omaha or Nebraska will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Regular attendance is important.
• Ability to performtasksindependently.
• Abilityto work extended hours on short notice may berequired.
• Works inastandard office environment.
• Ability to travel in and outside of Omaha asrequested.
• Ability to correspond verbally and written ata high level.
• Ability torepresentOPS tothecommunity media and governmental agencies.

Interrelations:

• Contact withpersonnel within the district and with customers and vendors andstate/federal personnel.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the Superintendent in order to completeday-to-daytasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs andmaintaina positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external stakeholders in a friendly professional manner and provide quick responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order forOPS tooperateeffectively employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employees supervisor.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a professional manner that reflects a positive image.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time exempt certified terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies as those laws and policies may change from time to your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

Terms of employment are contingent upon:

• Verification of a valid Nebraska Teaching License or other required license.
• A background check whichdemonstratesbackground is acceptable for the positionsoughtand working with or around students.
• Verification of U.S. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required by federal law for your position).
• Execution and delivery to OPS of an Administrator Contract presented by OPS.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion sex (including pregnancy) marital status sexual orientation disability age genetic information gender identity gender expression citizenship status veteran status political affiliation or economic status in its programs activities employment and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has beendesignatedto handle inquiriesregardingthe non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity 3215 Cuming Street Omaha NE 68131. )

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services programs activitieseducationand employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the applicationprocessplease contact the human resources department at .

Required Experience:

Junior IC