Employment am) SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS _ J \ ASHEVILLE CITY, BUNCOMBE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ‘The Asheville City Board of Education is seek a’Superintendent to lead the school system as it continues its pursuit of excellence, Candidates must meet the legal requirements to be licensed as a superintendent in North Carolina or be qualified to serve under the State Board of Education's alternative guidelines. Central office and building-level experience are preferred, A doctorate degree or progress toward a doctorate degree is preferred but not required. By law the Superintendent must reside in Buncombe County and residence in the Asheville City School district is strongly encouraged. Applications are due by September 16, 2019. Salary is negotiable and will be commensurate with experience and a history of demonstrated leadership, Candidates must demonstrate ability and success in: (1) visionary educational leadership; (2) structional, curriculum and administrative leadership; (3) decision-making, delegation, and follow-through; (4) goal- setting and monitoring achievement; (5) fostering community and intergovernmental partnerships; (6) administration and organization of short-term and long-term strategic planning, budgeting, and personnel and facility management; (7) strong communication skills and effective team-building; (8) procuring additional funding; (9) visibility and involvement in community activities; (10) leadership in maintaining safe and orderly school environments, and (11) planning and funding, of school facilities ‘The Asheville City Schools are governed by a five-member non-partisan Board of Education appointed by the Asheville City Council. ‘The school system operates ten schools that serve approximately 4,400 students from pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. The system includes one “five-star” preschool, five elementary magnet schools, two middle schools (Asheville Middle School and Montford North Star Academy), and two high schools, (Asheville High School and the School of Inquiry and Life Sciences). The Board's mission is to "create learning environments that ensure Excellence with Equity for all students" and "to empower and engage every child to lear, discover, and thrive." For more school system information, please visit www.ashevillecityschools.net or follow on social media at www facebook.conv/AshevilleCitySchools, https://twitter.com/AVLCitySchools, and hitpss/Avwww.youtube,com/channe/UCewMK 4CqUpWPdHiKMTinpaxg. Located in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of westem North Carolina, the City of Asheville is widely known as one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in America. Asheville is home to more than 90,000 residents and the city continues to ‘grow as it attracts new residents with its thriving local economy and high quality of life. The city regularly receives national accolades as one of the best cities to live in, work in, and visit, and it offers endless opportunities for touring art galleries, historical sites, and museums; attending musical, cultural, and athletic performances and events; dining at Unique restaurants; visiting local wineries and craft breweries; and participating in and enjoying a wide variety of outdoor sporting and recreational activities. Asheville is also home to the University of North Carolina ~ Asheville and Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College, and several other western North Carolina colleges and universities are nearby. Additional atea information is available at https://ashevillene.gov/, https://www.ashevillechamber.org/, and https://www.exploreasheville.com/. Local news can be found at htps:/vww eitizen-times.cony. The desirability of living in Asheville also creates significant economic and cultural challenges and barriers for student success, The successful candidate must be able to provide decisive leadership in an environment enriched with diverse opinions that all echo a common theme: Make public education in Asheville meaningful for every child! Applications must be received by no later than September 16, 2019. Completed applications should be mailed or emailed to Christopher Z. Campbell, Board Attorney, Campbell Shatley, PLLC, 674 Merrimon Ave., Ste. 210, Asheville, NC 28804; Email applicant(@esedlaw com. Alll applications will be kept confidential. Candidates must be prepared to take office no later than January 2, 2020 and an earlier start date is preferred. {cs:00062425.00¢x}ASHEVILLE CITY SCHOOLS Excellence with Equity ( ap APPLICATION - Superintendent of Schools Directions: + Complete the application in full (type or print). + Application must be received by September 16, 2019. + Applications may be mailed or emailed. Faxes will not be accepted * All applications must be filled out completely. Do not state "see resume"; however, you may also attach your resume. * Applicants should enclose a writing sample stating why they desire this position and expressing ‘something of their educational philosophy, long-range goals and outstanding accomplishments OR the applicant may submit a published article regarding K-12 education. + If there is insufficient space for your answer, attach a sheet of paper with your name on it and indicate which number(s) you are continuing, + The success applicant must reside in Buncombe County and residence in the Asheville City School district is strongly encourages. + Ata later date you may be required to submit an enlarged photocopy of your drivers license, an executed release form for a background check and a release form for a credit check, For addtional information contact: Chris Campbell Campbell Shatley, PLLC 674 Merrimon Ave., Suite 210 Asheville, NC 28804 Chris@csedlaw.com (828) 378-0064 ‘Note: You must currently hold or be eligible for a valid North Carolina Superintendent's Cerificate OR you must have at least a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and possess five years of leadership or managerial experience deemed relevant by the Board of Education Personal Data Mail or email this application and other materials to: ‘Superintendent Search clo Campbell Shatley, PLLC 674 Merrimon Ave., Suite 210 Asheville, NC 28804 Applicant@csedlaw.com (828) 378-0064 What is the preferred method in which we contact you~ Emi Home Address Office Address LL Name Last First Present (Home) Address Middle/Maiden Dr. Mr. Mrs. Ms. (check one) Phone Email Address Present (Office) Address Phone Are you related by blood or marriage to any person now employed by Asheville City Schools? 1 es, give name, where employed, and relationship.Educational History —_— Doctorate Degree Institution Program Date Received Master's Degree Institution Program Date Received Bachelors Degree institution Program Certifications) Current Employment Data Present Employer: Address: Telephone: (___), Position or Title Years in Position: Are you currently under contract? Is your employer aware of this application? Contract Expiration: Your schoo! system's 2018-19: Annual Budget Number of Schools: Number of Employees: Student Enrollment (ADM): ‘What is the percentage of decline or increase in student enrollment during the past five years? Number of employees reporting directly to you Current Salary (Excluding fringe benefits): Have you had a Superintendent's contract renewed? If so, when, where, and size of school district: Have you ever been dismissed or failed to have a contract renewed? Yes No Iyes, please explain: Base Salary Expectations (Excluding fringe benefits) Do you have, or are you qualified for, a North Carolina Superintendent's License? Yes__No_ Do you have any objections to your present or previous employers being contacted for reference purposes? Yes No I yes, please explain: