Position Description for Aberdeen School District, Aberdeen, Washington

The Aberdeen School District, Aberdeen, 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: 3,300

Location: 110 miles southwest of Seattle, 50 miles west of Olympia

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.

• Our next superintendent drives creativity, innovation, and excellence in our schools through a positive leadership style that prioritizes trust-building, collaboration, and the value of long-term relationships.
• Our next superintendent is a skilled communicator who focuses on listening and outreach strategies to ensure all voices are heard and valued. Our superintendent possesses a proven ability to bring people together through transparent and accessible processes that foster inclusive and respectful relationships.
• Our next superintendent is a community-centered leader who is excited about and committed to being visible in the schools and community. We expect our next superintendent to enthusiastically invite the community to participate in our schools and reciprocate through robust participation in community events and organizations.
• Our next superintendent values the dignity and diversity of each individual. Our superintendent will actively advocate for all students, ensuring appropriate services and supports are available to promote student success.
• Our next superintendent sees Aberdeen as a destination school district in a destination community. Our superintendent relishes the opportunity to celebrate our past, participate in our rich traditions, and believes our best days lie ahead.

Search Timeline:

• Closing date for applications: February 3, 2022 (11:30 p.m. Central Time)
• Board of Directors selects finalists to interview: March 1, 2022
• Semi finalists’ or finalists interviews with the Board: March 8-10, 2022
• Finalists’ interviews (if needed) with the Board of Directors: March 15-17, 2022
• Selection of new Superintendent: Mid-March 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://asd5.org

Announcement of Vacancy Brochure: http://macnjake.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Aberdeen-WA-8x11-Brochure-2.pdf

Consultant:    Dr. Nathan McCann             n_mcann@macnjake.com   

Aberdeen 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.