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Superintendent Search

Selecting a superintendent: Your most important role
The selection of a new superintendent is probably the most important decision that confronts a board of education. When you're in the market for a new superintendent you want to use the best possible method for making the choice. You know that recruitment and selection aren't easy—it takes time, energy and expertise. That's why the Michigan Association of School Boards will supply your district with trained, experienced and professional help. Our seasoned consultants will assist and guide you through all the stages of the process. Among consultants in the field, MASB is the only one whose major responsibility is to local boards of education. Our primary goal is to develop an individualized process that will produce the best match for your district's needs. We work for you, the local school board, not the candidate.

MASB develops custom designed searches for you
MASB conducts the search and selection process professionally and efficiently. Association involvement includes coordinating the entire process, collecting information on candidates, keeping records and maintaining contact with educational agencies nationwide, university placement centers, educational journals and webpages. This service is constantly monitored, evaluated and revised by MASB to strengthen its effectiveness. Each search is individualized to meet the needs of the board by handling all details and advising you of your options. Our interest and concern doesn't end with the selection of your new superintendent. Your school board association staff will continue to work with you for the benefit of education for years to come.

Three Reasons to Choose MASB:
1. Boards are our priority
We approach the entire process from your point of view, with your needs in mind. We offer a personal approach that's tailored to your district and its particular needs.

2. Resources and Experience
Tap into the resources of your entire association. We have many years of experience conducting searches and we advise you in every facet of the selection process, including reaching consensus on the many decisions that must be made during an effective superintendent search. Our experience includes enlisting staff, parents and community members to establish selection criteria. We incorporate them in the process to the extent you desire.

3. Value
When you choose MASB, you put the entire strength of your dues dollars to work. MASB offers a complete service with costs below other market rates. Let us do the paperwork and the legwork—while you make the decisions!

MASB's Superintendent Search Process
MASB will assist your board in completing the essential elements of a timely and professional superintendent search and selection:

Preparation

Establish timeline customized to your district's specific needs
Solicit staff and community input
Develop selection criteria
Develop interview questions and evaluation instruments

Recruitment

Design, print and distribute a brochure describing district, community and position
Post vacancy notices through state and national channels
Advertise vacancy in education publications
Exposure on the Internet
Solicit applications for position

Board Leadership

Resume review/screening
Effective group interviews
Telephone reference checks
District visitation
Team decision-making

Support

Continuous interaction
Follow-up correspondence
Contract/salary information
Legal guidelines
Experienced staff
Board/new superintendent support

Superintendent Candidates

New! Superintendent-Board Profile Matching
MASB is excited to introduce a new service aimed at better matching superintendent candidate needs with that of the district. Candidates, or people who may be interested in a superintendent position in the future, should complete their candidate profile. This information will then be matched against current superintendent vacancies across the state, and those candidates who match the district's profile by a minimum average of 85 percent will be notified and invited to apply. Interested candidates who don't meet the 85 percent match are still welcome to apply. Also, candidates who indicated they aren't interested at this time won't be sent notifications of matches. Click here for instructions on how to complete your online profile and then click the link below to get started.

Complete your profile

Current Administrative Vacancies

Current Out-of-State Superintendent Openings:
Please click on the link above to search for superintendent openings in other states.

How to Apply:
MASB is now accepting all superintendent applications online. Click here for a list of openings and to apply for any of the superintendent positions being facilitated by MASB.

Superintendent Evaluation Booklet

Testimonials

What our members say about us:

"The success of our search and the spirit of teamwork represented uncommon value for consulting services. The fees charged by MASB are modest in exchange for the return in terms of public/board trust which carries over into other projects. An under-appreciated observation on my part is that the process offers a fair and level playing field for all candidates, which alone may encourage some to apply."

"Your workshops provided valuable skills and confidence for our members in screening and interviewing candidates. The recruitment process provided the board with a number of qualified, potential candidates for this position."

"I would like to extend our gratitude for all of your help in the process of the search for our new superintendent . . . The process you outlined made all parties comfortable. You always showed remarkable professionalism during all of your presentations and were always fully prepared. We would be happy to recommend you to any district considering your services in the future."

"Your recommendations were intelligent and experienced, and ensured the legality of our entire superintendent search process. Your professional demeanor and easy accessibility were definite assets in addressing the board's questions during the search, resulting in a smooth and timely process. I highly recommend Michigan Association of School Boards in the conduct of school superintendent searches."