1. Recruitment Management: Conduct all aspects of the search process as directed by the Board. 2. Leadership Profile Development: Solicit input from Board members, staff, elected officials, and community stakeholders to define desired leadership qualities. 3. Search Plan & Timeline: Collaborate with the Board and District to develop a plan that balances community input and applicant confidentiality. 4. Board Consultation: Meet with the Board collectively and individually to assess priorities, goals, and selection criteria. 5. Community Engagement: Facilitate input from parents, employees, students, business leaders, and elected officials through surveys, focus groups, and forums. 6. Recruitment Materials: Prepare and distribute materials, including the leadership profile and survey summaries. 7. Compensation Analysis: Assist in designing a competitive and appropriate superintendent compensation package. 8. Candidate Recruitment: Advertise nationally, statewide, and regionally to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates. 9. Application Screening: Screen and summarize all applications for Board review using agreed-upon criteria. 10. Background and Reference Checks: Conduct checks and provide findings to the Board. 11. Interview Coordination: Organize and facilitate interviews per Board direction. 12. Candidate Evaluation: Rank candidates according to criteria established with the Board. 13. Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality throughout the process. 14. Progress Reporting: Provide updates to the Board at designated intervals. 15. Final Selection Support: Assist the Board in the final selection process.
