Superintendent Search Process for the Morris School District

1. Superintendent Search Processfor theMorris School District Presented by: Charlene Peterson, Field Services Representative New Jersey School Boards Association

2. Agenda • Review of NJSBA’s Search Process (Six “C”s) and Timeline • Role of Board / Staff / Community • Input on Characteristics, Background & Qualifications

3. NJSBA Search Process (6 C’s) – Criteria

4. NJSBA Search Process (6 C’s) –Comprehensive Open process

5. NJSBA Search Process (6 C’s cont.) • Confidential - - throughout the process to protect candidates and maintain search integrity. All board discussions and interviews are bound to confidentiality through the Code of Ethics. • Consensus- inclusive process seeking community, administrative, and staff input. The Board of Education is legally charged with making the employment decision after reviewing applications, interviewing, reference checking and site visits. Input forums staff with the staff and community help support development of interview questions and selection criteria. • Contract- support and training by NJSBA Labor Relations Department on the legal and allowable aspects of the contract. • Continuity- NJSBA staff sponsors Board/Superintendent training to support the transition to a new superintendent and to promote effective district governance and communication.

6. Morris School District’s Advertisement

7. Timeline – Tentative Calendar

8. Search Process How can you participate?

9. Community/StaffInput Questions • What are the strengths and achievements of the Morris School District and community? • What critical issues will the Morris School District face in the next 3 -5 years? • What background / training / experience should the new superintendent have? • What leadership style / personal characteristics are important in the new Morris School District superintendent? • If you could ask one question of the candidates, what would it be?

10. Questions??