ROCKINGHAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Assistant Superintendent for Administration	LOCATION: Central Office
	JOB CATEGORY: Non-Classified
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Superintendent of Schools	PAY GRADE: Assistant Superintendent
	FLSA STATUS: Exempt

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Provides the best educational program possible for students and citizens of Rockingham County.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but are not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

¨ Provides direct and sustained support to the Superintendent for division-wide efforts;

¨ Articulates and models the mission and vision of the Superintendent in all school business, communications, and strategic planning;

¨ Demonstrates dedication to students’ needs in discussions, decisions, and processes;

¨ Represents the Superintendent in complex and/or sensitive personnel matters;

¨ Assumes investigatory oversight across division-wide matters related to instruction, personnel, and administration;

¨ Demonstrates an ability to integrate information and experience for best solution oriented approaches;

¨ Advises and provides leadership for all school level and Central Office administrators at the discretion of the Superintendent;

¨ Supervises and evaluates Central Office staff for whom he/she is responsible;

¨ Provides leadership in the public relations aspect of promoting school programs and remains visible in the community and at school events;

¨ Identifies educational needs for budget preparation and develops the instructional budget in cooperation with Director of School Finance;

¨ Plans and develops the School Division Six-Year School Improvement Plan and Biennial Improvement Plan;

¨ Recommends, interprets, and implements policies designed to provide an improved educational program;

¨ Leads in the development of the school division’s educational philosophy and short and long-range curriculum goals;

¨ Directs collection, analysis, and distribution of data regarding accomplishment of division-wide objectives;

¨ Directs, coordinates, and articulates the division-wide instructional program;

¨ Participates in determining the instructional staff needs within the division;

¨ Works with building administrators and the Director of Human Resources in providing instructional assistance/evaluation for teachers placed on intensive assistance;

¨ Promotes appropriate professional growth (inservice) opportunities for staff members, building administrators, and teachers;

¨ Models work ethic and high standards for all employees;

¨ Attends School Board meetings and prepares reports, as needed;

¨ Serves as “Superintendent’s Designee” as assigned during the Superintendent’s absence;

¨ Serves as recorder for School Board meetings;

¨ Serves as the central office liaison for the School Resource Officer Program;

¨ Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;

¨ Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level and assumes responsibility for professional growth;

¨ Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;

¨ Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;

¨ Performs related duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability and professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with school personnel and members of the community. The ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports free from edit needs; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, school administration, and members of the community.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited college or university and hold a Postgraduate

Professional License with an endorsement in supervision/administration or similar leadership licensure/certification. Evidence of successful experience in public education as a principal or comparable experience in school division supervisory role is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must possess personal skills reflecting flexibility, cooperation, and concern for the human element of education. Candidate must possess demonstrated knowledge in general school management and an understanding of current instructional practices and needs. Must be able to provide own transportation to school-related functions and schools throughout the division. Frequent operation of office equipment is required. Candidate must possess good moral character. Candidate must work sufficient hours to complete tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in settings to include: Central office and schools throughout division. Frequent walking, stooping, standing, lifting, up to approximately 30 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Travel to schools throughout the division and central office is required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive

information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Regular contact with staff members, school administrators, and members of the community is required.

EVALUATION

The Superintendent of Schools will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

School Board Approved

8/14/01 (Revised 5/4/11)