POSITION OF SUPERINTENDENT - DICKINSON ISD - Click for full job description and application. 

This is a confidential search. Only the Lone Finalist will be revealed.

The Dickinson Independent School District is a growing district located in the northern section of Galveston County, halfway between Houston and Galveston. The 61-square miles covered by the district include the City of Dickinson, the communities of Bacliff and San Leon, as well as parts of League City and Texas City. The district is home to approximately 1,650 employees and a diverse student population of 10,900 students who attend school at one of 14 campuses. The district includes seven elementary campuses with grades pre-kindergarten-4, three middle schools for grades 5-6, two junior high schools for grades 7-8, one high school for grades 9-12 and one alternative campus. One of the district’s two junior high campuses, Eugene Kranz Junior High, is opening in August through a bond referendum approved by Dickinson ISD voters in May 2016. Construction is also underway on a ninth-grade campus opening in August 2019 adjacent to Dickinson High School. Community support is evident throughout the district, which features a small-town atmosphere with employees, students, parents and the community supporting GatorNation.

The Dickinson Independent School District Board of Trustees is seeking an educational leader to serve as the Superintendent of Schools. 

The successful candidate is one who:

• Possesses or proves eligibility for a Texas Superintendent Certification;
• Has experience as a teacher and an administrator with at least five (5) years of leadership experience in school administration. Superintendent experience strongly preferred;
• Has an established record as a proven leader of academic growth for all students in a diverse community; 
• Commits to be a team builder, working in partnership with the Board of Trustees, students, staff, parents and community to build a climate of transparency, mutual trust, and cooperation; 
• Emphasizes student performance through a comprehensive educational program for post-secondary success, including non-traditional pathways; 
• Possesses a reputation as an open, approachable, ethical, and enthusiastic leader who is actively involved and visible amongst the district and community; 
• Has knowledge of school finance, budget management and human resources with experience in facilities management; 
  
• Sets clear expectations, is able to delegate authority, but remains knowledgeable and accountable for the district’s overall progress; 
• Has experience in developing strong UIL academic, athletics, and fine arts success; 
• Is willing to live in the Dickinson ISD community and becommitted to Dickinson ISD for the long-term;
• Has a history of strong team building with the ability to strategically plan and carry out the district’s vision and mission of excellence at all levels and in all departments;
• Is a visionary that has proven success in implementing cutting-edge technology and instructional strategies in today’s classroom;
• Has knowledge of preventive maintenance and experience in the operations of all district business as well as experience dealing with school construction both in planning new or renovation of existing facilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and Benefits:                                                   Negotiable, depending on experience

Criminal History/Background:                              Required

Fingerprinting:                                                            Required

Residence Requirement:                                          Must live in district

The online application file should include:

• Letter of Interest
• Current Resume
• Brief Description of Major Accomplishments/Career Vita
• List of References
• Verification of Superintendent Certification
• College/University Transcripts
• Copies of Certificate(s)

Electronic submittal is preferred: Electronic applications may be submitted to krich@dickinsonisd.org

(A reply email will be sent to confirm submission has been received.)

Applications may be mailed to:

Kimberly Rich, Executive Director of Human Resources

2218 FM 517 East, P.O. Drawer Z

Dickinson, TX 77539

(You will receive an email to confirm submission has been received.)

Application Deadline: June 12, 2018

Desired Beginning Date: August 7, 2018

All applications will be treated confidentially and only the Lone Finalist will be revealed. Applicants are not to contact any members of the Board of Trustees. The final selection and appointment is the sole responsibility of the Board of Trustees. All personnel of the Dickinson Independent School District are employed without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin. For clarification and application inquiries, call 281.229.6079.

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