The board shall employ a superintendent to serve as the chief executive officer of the board, to conduct the daily operations of the school district, and to implement board policy with the power and duties prescribed by the board and the law.
The board shall consider applicants that meet or exceed the standards set by the Iowa Department of Education and the qualifications established in the job description for the superintendent position. In employing a superintendent, the board shall consider the qualifications, credentials, and records of the applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The board will consider the veteran status of the applicants. The board will look closely at the training, experience, skill, and demonstrated competence of qualified applicants in making its final decision. The Superintendent job description shall be kept in the HR department on file.
In choosing a superintendent, the board shall also consider the school district’s educational philosophy, financial situation, organizational structure, educational programs, and other factors deemed relevant by the board.
The board may contract for assistance in the search for a superintendent.
- First Adoption:
- 1982-12-16
- Revision Adoption:
- October 26, 2014/ July 24, 2022
- Reviewed Dates:
- October 26, 2014/ November 14, 2021