President

Job Description

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Las Vegas
Bishop Gorman Catholic High School
President
Las Vegas, Nevada
https://www.bishopgorman.org/

Company Description:
On September 7th, 1954, Bishop Gorman, home of the Gaels, opened its doors as the only Catholic high school in Southern Nevada. With 70 years of tradition, certain aspects of the school have changed; however, our values and intrinsic nature persevere and continue to enrich the community. Bishop Gorman continues to welcome students who seek a quality, Catholic, college-preparatory education from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and ethnicities throughout the Las Vegas community. The leaders of today and tomorrow continue to benefit from the spiritual and academic formation that is central to the educational experience of Bishop Gorman.

Foundational Documents
• Mission Statement: to teach the gospel of Jesus Christ, prepare students for higher education and create a community where service is valued and celebrated
• Vision Statement: to be a national leader in college preparatory education, in an environment distinguished by Catholic values.
• Values Statement (Integral Student Outcomes): A Bishop Gorman graduate is an individual formed as a disciple of Jesus Christ who possesses attributes of the values shared by all Gaels, which are:
o Relationship with God
o Acceptance of Accountability
o Commitment to Excellence
o Cultivation of Leadership
o Practice of Stewardship

Faith Formation
The office of Campus Ministry offers various opportunities for student and faculty involvement in retreats, service, worship, and community events. Students are required to take a Theology course every semester and perform service hours each year and reflect on their experiences.

Academics
The curriculum offers a wide range of challenging courses including Advanced Placement and honors classes. As a college preparatory school of 1,500 students, Bishop Gorman has a 98% college-bound rate. Each year the class boasts Scholars and Honors graduates. Last year's senior class received $35 million in scholarship offers and were accepted in some of the most prestigious colleges in the country. The placement exam, taken by all incoming freshmen, is intended to assist students in connection with their counselors to select appropriate courses. Each year our enrollment is at capacity with a wait pool. We also received applications from transfer students, most of which we could not accommodate due to space limitations. The tuition rate has been set for the 2025-2026 academic year at $16,200 which represents a 3.2% increase from the prior year. Last year we provided over $1.3 million in tuition assistance.

Athletics and Extracurricular Activities
Bishop Gorman is home of the Gaels and has a rich tradition of athletic excellence with over 100 State Championships in its history including four football national championships in the last decade. Fifty-nine percent of students participate in one of thirty-four different teams. The class of 2025 had 40 seniors receiving athletic scholarships to play at the college level. The school offers a wide variety of extracurricular clubs and activities with over 40% of students participating in 45 opportunities. Our clubs and organizations often earn recognition in competitions. The Bishop Gorman Thespians have been Theatre State Champions for 8 years in a row and have won four national titles.

Campus Facilities
The school relocated to a new campus in 2007 located on 52 acres in the master plan community of Summerlin. It contains over 350,000 square feet, at a cost of $152 million, and features the following:
• 4 college-style lecture halls ranging in capacity from 80-140
• Athletic Training Center for strength-conditioning including an extensive weight room, training room, nutrition center, lecture hall and Ryan Hall for meetings and social gatherings
• Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto and Chapel
• Student Union (currently completed) including Innovation Lab, Robotics competition field, Oratory Lab with furnished courtroom, Broadcast Media Studio for BGTV, Student Lounge and Cafe
• 2 Gymnasiums
• 2 lit synthetic turf fields
• Complete athletic complex including football, baseball, softball, soccer field, track, and tennis courts
• Complete fine and performing arts complex including 350-person theatre and green rooms, black box, ceramic classroom with kiln, and black and white photo lab
• 4 computer labs
• 3D printers and Lazer printer
• Marine biology laboratory
• Learning Center and testing facility
• Quadrangle and landscaped courtyards

Position Description:
For the past 15 years our current President has served with distinction at Bishop Gorman Catholic High School. He will be retiring and, therefore, we are in the process of identifying a qualified replacement. This year Bishop Gorman is celebrating its 70th anniversary with enrollment of 1,500 students and a budget of approximately $31 million in Las Vegas, Nevada. Since its inception, Bishop Gorman has been dedicated to fostering academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a commitment to service among the students. We remain steadfast in our mission of providing a comprehensive education that prepares young men and women to be leaders of faith, character, and service. The school has earned a well-deserved national reputation as a distinguished Catholic high school providing an exceptional college preparatory education to its students. We pride ourselves by providing academic rigor in a faith-based environment.

The goal is to identify an individual who can effectively direct spiritual, academic, and financial efforts of others by providing guidance, direction, and support. The qualified candidate should demonstrate capabilities obtained through experience to direct the activities in the following disciplines:
• Faith Formation - A practicing Catholic that is enthusiastic about his/her faith and interested in implementing the philosophy and Mission of the school with Christ-centered emphasis on Catholic identity and faith formation.
• Academics - In depth understanding of an active and collaborative learning environment. Ability to understand methods of instruction and implement new innovative techniques to maintain the quality of education currently provided. Capable of directing all aspects of the schools' operations from the rigor of our academic curriculum to the wide range of extracurricular activities.
• Communication - Effectively communicate the mission and vision for the school, as well as the quality of the education provided to different audiences.
• Advancement - Experience in developing and implementing comprehensive plans to support the operational and capital needs of the school.
• Leadership - Posses the executive leadership experience that respects the talents of others and has the ability to motivate them.
• Financial - An in depth understanding of all financial operations to include business principles, internal controls, cash management including cash reserves, budgetary controls, data analysis and reporting of financial condition both internal and external. Must also provide entrepreneurial leadership.
• Facilities - Appreciation for the importance of ensuring the facilities are properly maintained including, but not limited to, all necessary repairs and replacements. Provide a safe and comfortable learning environment and protect our benefactors' investments.

The President has the ultimate responsibility for all the school's operations. The following individuals report directly to the President:
• Principal
• Athletic Director
• Finance Director
• Advancement Director
• Facilities Director

The President reports directly to the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, consults with others at the Archdiocese, and provides information to the school's Advisory Council.

Requirements:
Successful candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church with a strong commitment to and working knowledge of the Catholic faith
• Passion for Catholic education and the holistic formation of students
• Bachelor's degree required at minimum, advanced degree in Education, Business, Leadership, or related field preferred
• Significant leadership experience in Catholic education, non-profit management, or executive administration
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, financial management, and strategic planning
• Exceptional communication and relationship building skills with the ability to implement policies, directives, and initiatives
• Strong understanding of Catholic school governance and Archdiocesan structures and policies, including collaboration with the Archbishop, the Superintendent, and other stakeholders

Why consider the opportunity?
• This is a rare opportunity to lead a nationally recognized Catholic high school known for its academic excellence, athletic dominance, and deep spiritual formation.
• Bishop Gorman High School is the only Catholic high school in Las Vegas.
• As President, you will have the unique ability to guide the strategic, spiritual, academic, and operational direction.
• This is an opportunity for a strategic leader to play a pivotal role in advancing the school's mission.
• You will have the chance to direct the spiritual and academic formation of future leaders who embody the school's core values of accountability, leadership, stewardship, and excellence.
• This opportunity offers a competitive base salary + excellent benefits including 100% employer-paid health insurance for employee + relocation assistance.

For more information, please contact:
Haley Dagit Colleen Neese
Senior Executive Recruiter Practice Director
(602) 654-1995 (602) 802-8329
hdagit@duffygroup.com cneese@duffygroup.com

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