Executive Director Search
We’re looking for the perfect person. We’re hoping that’s you.
ESSDACK Executive Director Search
Who We Are
Originally established by six central Kansas school districts in 1983 and located in Hutchinson, Kansas, ESSDACK has grown to include 58 districts and three special education cooperatives. We also operate seven high school degree completion programs scattered throughout Kansas.
In addition to providing support for the integration of KSDE initiatives, our consultants assist districts through virtual or face-to-face learning opportunities, PLCs, embedded services, mentoring, individual or group coaching, and tech support.
We are committed to being agents of change, not just in education but in communities and businesses as well. ESSDACK consultants are working across the country to build individual and corporate resilience in the face of poverty and trauma. Our Inspired Leadership coaches guide conversations that develop creative innovators able to impact both educational and business organizations.
Other services include E-Rate assistance, print services, grant and federal program consortia, health insurance, 125 benefits, vendor products, and crisis team support.
What We’re Looking For
Position details and a full job description can be found in this online document.
What You’ll Bring
Qualifications include:
Evidence of creating a forward-thinking vision and successfully leading transformational change.
Evidence of past success in developing and nurturing a healthy culture based on individual and group accountability.
Service-oriented mindset coupled with entrepreneurial budgeting.
Able to collaboratively lead high-performing and diverse teams in the development and delivery of innovative, financially sound solutions for districts.
Is visible, approachable, and accessible to staff, districts, and board.
Strong belief in self and others.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Keeps student success at the forefront of delivered services.
Ability to advocate at the state and national level.
Experience in an education leadership position.
Any other qualifications as the board deems desirable.
Candidates will be evaluated based on their individual qualities and professional accomplishments.
What’s the Process?
Qualified candidates wishing to be considered for this position must complete the online form, answer the preliminary interview questions, and upload the following requested documents by December 31, 2021.
A formal letter of interest.
A current resume, including accomplishments pertinent to duties for this position.
A copy of the candidate’s Kansas or other state’s license and certifications.
Names, addresses, emails, and telephone numbers of five professional references. (if not included as part of resume)
Upload a self-promotion video that highlights why you are the best candidate for this position. (3-5 minutes, MP4 format)
For clarity, please include your first and last name in all file names.
Start the process and upload the requested documents by completing the online form found here or by clicking the button below.
A screening committee will review candidates’ qualifications against the stated criteria and make recommendations to the ESSDACK Board of Directors. After receiving the report of the screening committee, the Board will select candidates to be interviewed.
Timeline:
TBA
What’s the Compensation?
$100,000+ (commensurate with experience and qualifications) plus employer paid benefits
Who to Connect With
Tammy Fellers
tammyfellers@essdack.org
620-435-2626