Superintendent Vacancy Posting
The St. Helens School District Board of Directors is seeking an experienced and proven leader with strong academic credentials and a district and building level administration background to serve as their next Superintendent. Candidates must possess an Oregon license, allowing the candidate to serve as a superintendent. The Board is also seeking candidates that have Oregon Superintendent experience and a deep understanding of school funding and the State School Fund formula (SSF).
The Board of Directors has set the desired qualities and characteristics for the Superintendent:
- Collaborative - A leader who builds partnerships with staff, parents, students, and community members to achieve district goals.
- Courageous - Willing to make difficult decisions and address challenges with conviction while putting students at the heart of everything we do.
- Communication - Practices transparent, truthful communication with all community partners and demonstrates effective oral and written skills to engage and draw the community together.
- Aware - Emotionally intelligent and student-centered, with sensitivity to the needs of all students, staff, and community members.
- Accountable - Takes responsibility for district outcomes and holds others to high standards while demonstrating sound fiscal management. Visible in schools, school events, and community events.
- Competent - Possesses the knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to lead effectively with strong budgeting skills and understanding of school finance.
- Attention to Results - Focuses on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement in student achievement and district operations.
- Adapt & Data-Driven - Recognizes changing needs and implements appropriate solutions based on evidence and best practices.
- Listening to Voices - Values input from diverse perspectives to resolve conflict and ensure all voices are heard in decision-making processes.
- Align and Grow - Builds effective teams with varied areas of expertise that are coordinated and aligned toward district goals.
- Trust - Demonstrates integrity, humility, and compassion, with a history of bringing people together, building morale and earning trust through being competent, respectful, and acting with integrity.
Location: St. Helens, Oregon | Enrollment: 2,700 students
Salary and Benefits: 175,000-185,000 with a competitive benefit package
Closing Date: April 25, 2025 - 5:00 pm or until filled | Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than July 1, 2025
Application Requirements
1. Cover letter of interest
2. Current resume, including 3-5 references
Application Materials should be submitted to COSA by April 30th at 5:00 pm PST. Send materials to candace@cosa.k12.or.us
