Assistant Superintendent

Assistant Superintendent

Lakeshore School Division is a small school division with big ideas. We believe that we can create thriving communities and individuals through education. We believe that the world is changing and how we do education needs to change too.

DESCRIPTION: Following the resignation of the current Superintendent of HR, Policy and Public Relations, the Division will be restructuring its senior administration team. The assistant superintendent will work under the direction of the current superintendent to support staff and students in a variety of ways. As a small division, the position will require a significant degree of flexibility and aspects of the role may include human resources, student services, and direct staff and student support.

The Assistant Superintendent of Lakeshore School Division is responsible for supporting the Superintendent in all aspects of the Division’s operations, including but not limited to:

- EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP: Provides leadership in all matters relating to education in the Division.
- FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Ensures the fiscal management of the Division is in accordance with the terms or conditions of any funding received by the Board.
- PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT: Supporting personnel-related issues, save and except: the development of mandates for collective bargaining and those personnel matters precluded by Board policy, legislation or collective agreements.
- REGULATIONS and PROCEDURES: Provides leadership in the planning, implementation and evaluation of regulations and procedures.
- BOARD RELATIONS: Establishes and maintains positive professional working relations with the Board.
- STRATEGIC PLANNING AND REPORTING: Assists with the strategic planning process including the development of Division goals, budget, facilities and transportation plans and implements plans as approved.
- ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT: Demonstrates effective organizational skills resulting in Division compliance with all legal, Ministerial and Board mandates and timelines.
- COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS: Takes appropriate actions to ensure positive internal and external communications are developed and maintained.
- LEADERSHIP PRACTICES: Practices leadership in a manner that is viewed positively and has the support of those with whom he/she works, most directly in carrying out the directives of the Board and the Minister.
- STUDENT LEARNING and WELL-BEING: Ensures that student learning and well-being remains at the center of all divisional work.

Desired Attributes:

- Proven advocacy for individual student needs;
- Demonstrated ability to promote, support and sustain innovation and change that is focused on improving student achievement;
- Capacity for hard work and willingness to take initiative;
- Ability to make difficult decisions and the courage to do what is best for students;
- Demonstrated understanding of both rural communities and indigenous cultures;
- In-depth understanding of current research and trends in instructional practice, curriculum, and strategies to improve student success;
- Demonstrated commitment to meaningful consultation and collaboration with all members involved in public education;
- Ability to work collaboratively with division and school staff to analyze data and set division and school goals for continuous improvement;
- Ability to resolve complex matters that arise and adjust to changing environments to effect best solutions;
- Experience with fiscal compliance to revenue and budgets;
- Organizational effectiveness with the efficient delivery of support and services through operational departments;
- Currency with legislative requirements and educational developments;
- Experience with the development of strategic plans to deliver on the mandates of the Board;
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Experienced educator in a kindergarten to grade 12 level with different levels of responsibility;
- Experienced administrator in program development, implementation and school administration;
- Completed or working on a master’s degree in education or working towards same or an equivalent combination of experience & education;
- Valid certification from Professional Certification Unit.

If you have the qualifications and meet the skills and requirements for the position, and are confident in your ability to be successful in this position, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Donald Thorkelson

Board Chair, Lakeshore School Division

Box 100

Eriksdale, MB R0C 0W0

Phone: (204) 739-2101

Application deadline: Tuesday, January 14th, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

Pay: $117,000.00-$140,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Education: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-14
Expected start date: 2025-08-01