An invitation to apply for the position of

Superintendent

Seminole, Oklahoma

Seminole

Public

Schools

The Position

The Seminole Public Schools, Seminole, Oklahoma, Board of Education is seeking a highly qualified and fully certified Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position July 1, 2019.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development has been engaged as the consulting firm in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.

Qualifications

The candidate must have the background, skills and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The board has identified the following desired characteristics.

• A person who is or can be certified in the State of Oklahoma as a School Superintendent.

• A Superintendent who recognizes that curriculum and student learning are the highest priorities of a public school.

• A person of high integrity and honesty as well as a person with good communication skills, humor and a team-oriented leader.

• A person with previous school administrative experience. Superintendent experience is not required but is preferred.

• A person who requires the use of current educational technology in the education of students.

• He/She must have the ability to understand and manage an Oklahoma school budget. This would include the Oklahoma coding system for finance (OCAS) and be familiar with Oklahoma School Law.

• Someone who will be directly involved in school projects, including ongoing school construction projects.

• A person who will be active in the community and serve as a liaison between the Board of Education and the citizens of Seminole.

• A strong, positive communicator who will keep the community informed of school activities and events. He/She should be able to represent the school to various media.

• Must reside in the community of Seminole

Board of Education

The Board of Education consists of five members who are elected to serve five-year terms. The

incumbency of the board members ranges from seven months to five years.

Name Occupation Years Served

Mrs. Claudia Willis, President Gateway to Prevention and Recovery, 5 years Retired 32-year Public Educator

Mrs. Marci Donaho, Vice-President Executive Director of Jasmine Moran 3 years Children's Museum and Retired Educator

Mrs. Linda Hampton, Clerk Retired educator and Oklahoma Education 2 years Association Past President

Mrs. Shevlyn Foutz Self-employed 1 year

Mrs. Lisa Cobb Gateway to Prevention and Recovery, 7 months Retired 30-year Public Educator

The Community

The District

The town of Seminole was established in 1906, named after the Seminole Indian Tribe who inhabited this region after signing the government treaty in the mid 1800's. It was incorporated as a city on December 26, 1924. In the mid-1920's when oil was discovered in the Seminole area, the population exploded and swelled to 40,000 people. Black Gold flowed from wells 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Hotels and businesses sprung up everywhere. Now those days are gone, but not forgotten. The boomers left a legacy here that will never die. By the giving to organizations and museums, the past is preserved for future generations to enjoy

While Seminole remains a viable part of Oklahoma’s Oil Industry, gains in Manufacturing have bolstered our local economy without detracting from our landscape. The major employers of the city are diverse and include Wrangler, Blue Wave Boats, Seminole State College, Enviro Systems and Bar S. Our little part of the planet is bursting with activity designed to stimulate the mind, strengthen the spirit and develop one’s character.

Seminole is located at the intersection of US 377, SH 99 and SH 9, 10 miles south of I-40. We are a city of about 7,000 hearty souls. From major chain restaurants to local diners and other creative mom-and-pop establishments, small town America lives and breathes in Seminole. It is an integral part of our make-up that reinforces our less-hectic lifestyle. If you find yourself in need of a little faster pace, we’re an easy drive to our state’s two largest metropolitan areas – Oklahoma City is 60 miles to the west while Tulsa is 87 miles to our east. In Seminole, we enjoy the best of both worlds.

In Seminole, we welcome you to walk the street at night, fish at dawn, golf in the afternoon and get to know your neighbor. Additionally, we are proud to be home to the Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum: The museum is on ten acres and 42,000 square feet, and has an outdoor play/maze area offering hours of educational exploration through interactive exhibits. In 2007, The American Automobile Association recognized the museum with its highest Gem rating as a tourist attraction. The Jasmine Moran Children’s Museum is a unique adventure and a “must-see/feel/hear/touch/smell” experience. Just remember that Friday nights in the Fall mean Chieftain Football and we’ll all get along just fine.

Alliance Health - Seminole Medical Center is a 32-bed, 12.4 million dollar state-of-the-art facility with 14 acute care rooms, four intensive care beds and 12 skilled nursing rooms. Built in 1999, the 64,000 square-foot complex is located on 20 acres and serves about 28,000 Seminole County residents. The J.D. Wood Clinic, physician offices and a specialty clinic are located within the hospital. Two family practice clinics are located adjacent to the Medical Center.

Learn more about our community @ http://www.locateinseminole.org/.

The Seminole Public School District, located in Seminole, OK, is approximately 60 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. It is 10 miles south of I-40 in east central Oklahoma. The school has established partnerships that provide educational opportunities to our students with Seminole State College and Gordon Cooper Technology Center (Seminole & Shawnee Campuses). Our district is around 61 square miles and consists of six main school campuses (Pre-K through Grade 12) with approximately 1,640 students and 200 certified/non-certified staff. Learn more about our district at sps.k12.ok.us.

Our district offers a variety of extracurricular programs that range from athletics to vocational programs. Additionally our students participate in academic teams, music (band/vocal), debate, drama, robotics, etc. We take pride in our students and their success in programs that are engaging and support our mission/philosophy statement.

We are currently building a new high school facility located near Seminole State College. This state of the art facility is scheduled to be completed in November 2019.

Seminole is home to Seminole State College and is only 23 miles from Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee. Our location is also near East Central University, Ada, and the University of Oklahoma, Norman, are both within 50 miles from Seminole.

Seminole Public Schools is fortunate to have an exceptional staff who are dedicated to providing the best possible education for our students. They believe that all students should have equal opportunities to master the skills they need to be successful as adults. It is the intent of this district to strive for excellence in assessing students’ needs and utilizing methods to help them become knowledgeable, productive, and responsible world citizens. Chieftain Pride is a part of our school and community. “Once a Chieftain, Always a Chieftain” is a bond that unites us as we look forward to continued success for our students, staff and community.

McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. 11725 Arbor St., Suite 220 Omaha, Nebraska 68144 Phone (402) 991-7031

Fax (402) 991-7168 Email: mail@macnjake.com

An application for superintendent should include:

◼ A letter setting forth personal qualifications, experiences and reasons for interest in the position

◼ A current résumé

◼ A completed application form

◼ Reference letters, certificates and licenses, and academic transcripts from colleges/universities indicating degree(s)

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCEDURE Available at www.macnjake.com

Mission Statement

The mission/purpose of Seminole Public Schools is to help all students develop their capacities to the highest degree possible, to the end that each may become an effective member of society. This means that the schools are responsible for assisting children,

youth, and adults in finding their place in the world’s work, in achieving those attitudes, understandings, and skills essential to the discharge of their responsibilities

as citizens, members of homes, producers, and consumers; and in developing those values which promote the physical, mental, and moral welfare of all.

Selection Timeline

1. Application deadline: April 24, 2019

2. Finalists selected by Board of Education:

May 14, 2019

3. Interviews with Board of Education: May 20 & 21, 2019

4. Selection of new superintendent:

No later than the week of May 27, 2019

5. Starting date: July 1, 2019

Find out more about Seminole Public Schools:

www.sps.k12.ok.us

Candidates are asked to not contact board members directly. Any effort to do so may eliminate them from consideration. Names of applicants will be held in strict confidence whenever possible; however, McPherson & Jacobson complies with individual states’ Freedom of Information laws. Seminole Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.