SCOPE OF SERVICES The Medford School District seeks proposals from experienced professional search consultants to assist in the immediate recruiting of applicants for the position of Superintendent and, potentially, other administrative positions to be determined in the future but in any event prior to the expiration of the agreement between the successful applicant and the Medford School District. The scope of services to be provided in connection with the recruitment of the Superintendent, as well as any other administrators identified by the Medford School District during the term of the agreement, will include, but not be limited to, a process which identifies the following phases: Phase 1. Information Gathering: 1. Facilitate the development of a search, interview and hiring process. Phase 2. Identification and Screening of Candidates: 1. Identify recruitment sources to conduct national search, including placement of advertisements. 2. Generate a diverse pool of highly qualified prospective candidates. 3. Screen candidates for qualifications and background information. a. Ensure that candidates complete the District application b. Verification of degree c. Verification of experience d. Verification of personal and professional references Phase 3. Interview of Candidates: 1. Present qualified candidates to the District. 2. Facilitate selection of candidates for interview. 3. Coordinate the scheduling of interviews, preferably on-site interviews. 4. Provide feedback to candidate(s) not selected. Phase 4. Selection: 1. Assist with presentation of offer to the finalist. 2. Consult District during contract negotiations with selected candidate.