Superintendent of Schools

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs such duties as are set forth in the Kentucky Revised Statutes and in the regulations of the State Board of Education.Assists in the development of and is responsible for the implementation and execution of policies adopted by the Board of Education.Keeps the Board informed on issues, needs, and operation of the school system.Offers professional advice to the Board on items requiring Board action, with appropriate recommendations based on thorough study and analysis.Works with the staff in presenting and interpreting school problems to the Board.Assists the Board in its efforts to interpret public opinion concerning the schools.Solicits, gives attention to, and makes response to problems and opinions of community groups and individuals.Encourages collaborative relationships with businesses and industries in the community.Develops a cooperative relationship with all news media.Undertakes long-term analysis and projection of staffing needs and availability.Develops and executes sound personnel procedures and practices for initial employment, promotions, assignments and transfers and termination actions.Develops a comprehensive plan for performance evaluation of all employees.Implements the Board-adopted Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity goals of the district.Establishes appropriate staff development programs.Develops a plan of long range goals and objectives for the school system and provides opportunities for staff and community to engage in long-range planning activities.Implements a system of internal communication in the schools.Takes steps, through a continuous self-improvement program, to keep abreast of trends and practices in education.Evaluates the school program, advises the Board of school needs, and makes recommendations to the Board for meeting those needs.Recommends to the Board an annual budget that is realistic in terms of the district's resources and reflects priorities of the Board.Establishes sound financial procedures and practices which ensure accountability for all revenues, expenditures, and allocations.Leads the Board, the staff, and the community in a cooperative and continuous effort to improve the total school program.Participates actively in community affairs and projects a positive image for the district.Maintains regular attendance.Performs other duties as assigned.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walkingRequires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearingRequires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulationsRequires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reachingRequires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weightsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:BAin education or related fieldMA in education or related fieldLeadership experienceLICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Superintendent certificationSalary negotiable based on experience

Created: 2026-01-05