• Providing complete oversight of all staff and student programs.
• Advising the School Board on all matters and recommend appropriate policies for consideration.
• Implementing and executing all policies adopted by the School Board.
• Interpreting the needs of the school system and planning programs to meet those needs.
• Presenting personal recommendations on all issues considered by the School Board.
• Communicating with all stakeholders including the School Board, staff, parents, contractors, students and community partners.
• Continually improving instruction and educational programs through continuing education and analysis.
• Leading the development and improvement of school and community relations.
• Evaluating and recommending persons for appointment to positions within the District.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of the annual budget and associated purchases and revenue development processes.
• Evaluating staff and implementing corrective action where needed.
• Performing other tasks as may time to time be assigned by the School Board.

Required Education Level:

Master’s Degree plus two years of graduate study

License:

A valid PA driver’s license

Certification:

PA letter of eligibility

Essential Job Functions:

• Visual acuity to read reports, correspondence and statistical reports.
• Auditory acuity to effectively communicate with others.
• Ability to work effectively with many types of individuals.
• Ability to be patient, diplomatic and firm.
• Ability to show empathy.
• Ability to react appropriately when challenged by others.
• Have above average to excellent cognitive abilities.
• Ability to read, write, listen and do math.
• Ability to schedule time to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with large groups.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.  It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Upper Dauphin Area School District Superintendent of any and all reasonable accommodation that will be required. Upper Dauphin Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

Preferred Education Level:

Doctoral Degree

Preferred Certifications:

None

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with the overall district-wide operations of a school district.

Work Year:

Full-time, 245 Days based on District Schedule.

Work Schedule:

7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with availability for after-school events.

Emergency Management:

Must be available 24/7 to respond to emergency situations involving UDASD students, staff and property.

Position will carry or be in proximity to emergency radio communications during working hours.

Job Rate:

Hiring: Salary commensurate with experience.

Ongoing: As decided annually by the School Board.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit at desk for extended periods.
• Repetitive movements of hands and fingers necessary for computer and calculator work.
• Some lifting (50 lbs.) and some carrying (25 lbs.).
• Some bending, stooping, climbing, reaching and turning/twisting.
• Writing and computer entry.

Work Environment:

Office setting as well as both indoor and outdoor athletic facilities.

Equipment to Operate:

Computer, mobile devices, telephone, scanner, television and audio/visual equipment, sound system and radios.

This position supervises all of the following:

• Superintendent and Human Resources Secretary
• Director, Business and Operations Services
• Director, Athletics and Administrative Services
• Director, Special Education and Student Services
• Building Principal (High School)
• Building Principal (Middle School)
• Building Principal (Elementary School)