School System Director

Job Description

Qualifications:
The Director must be a practicing Catholic and hold a Master's degree or higher in the field of
education (preferred). The Director must possess excellent communication, organizational, and
interpersonal skills. He/she must be a leader committed to a team-based approach to school
administration. A strong record of achievement that predicts success in leading the development,
growth, and sustainability of the school system is required.

Responsibilities:
The Director shall have the authority to direct and administer all the activities of the school system
and shall be responsible for all its activities and programs, subject only to such policies as have
been adopted by the Episcopal Vicar and St. Mary Education Committee (SMEC). The Director
is also accountable to the Superintendent for the implementation of Diocesan policies.

The Director's responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following:

Catholic Identity & Spiritual Leadership
The Director serves as the chief steward of Catholic identity for the school system.
A. Serve as the spiritual leader of the school system.
B. Support and participate in school Masses, system-wide liturgies, holy days, and Lenten
services.
C. Ensure Catholic identity and Gospel values are integrated throughout school life.
D. Promote a culture of prayer, reverence, and service.
E. Support faculty and staff faith formation.
F. Model leadership that is grounded in faith, integrity, and service.

Business Management:
A. In conjunction with the Finance Manager and Finance Committee, prepare, submit, and
supervise a comprehensive annual budget for the school system and present it to SMEC.
B. Supervise all business affairs of the school system.
C. Attend all meetings of SMEC with voice but no vote in all matters.
D. Submit an Annual Report to SMEC.
E. Submit regular reports to SMEC or its authorized committees showing the status of the
professional service and financial activities of the school system. Prepare and submit
other reports as may be reasonably requested by SMEC.
F. In conjunction with the Facilities Manager and Building and Grounds Committee, ensure
all physical properties of the school are maintained to health and safety standards or
better.
G. Coordinate all purchasing.
H. Maintain all personnel files for all employees and volunteers.
I. Maintain accurate attendance records, including sick, personal, and/or other requested
days.
J. Conduct Principal Performance Evaluations.
K. In conjunction with the principals, support and review faculty and staff performance
concerns; assist with performance improvement plans and attend meetings as needed.
L. Recruit and interview candidates for open positions and appropriate certifications; hiring
rests with the Director after consultation and approval of the Episcopal Vicar.
M. Promote professional growth through professional development using identified
school/student needs and goals, individual teacher growth plans, student performance,
and as identified by school surveys.
N. Promote positive relationships with diocesan leadership, Episcopal Vicar, parish priests,
SMEC, public schools, local law enforcement, faculty, parents, and community.
O. In consultation with the school principals, the Director provides tentative teaching
assignments for the following school year by May 15th of the current school year.
P. The Director is required to complete 21 hours of Effective Instructional Leadership Act
training annually. Subject to the approval of the Superintendent or designee.
Q. Serve as official spokesperson for the school system.
R. Facilitate the development of the strategic plan, including ongoing oversight,
implementation, and coordination of the strategic plan and its committees.
S. Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the Episcopal Vicar and SMEC to further
the interests of the school system.

Advancement and Fundraising:
A. Responsible for the oversight and steering of the Advancement Office.
B. Involvement as required in planning and execution of fundraising events.
C. Responsible for vision and strategy to raise funds equivalent to or greater than the
budgeted numbers set by SMEC and approved by the Episcopal Vicar.
D. Expected to spend significant time outside the school at community events, fundraising
events, school events, and other advancement opportunities commensurate with
fundraising expectations.
E. Responsible for networking and external relations in both the school community and the
community at large.
F. Assist the Advancement Office in soliciting special annual and major gifts for support of
the educational system.
G. Possesses excellent oratory and composition skills to communicate articulately with
diverse audiences in representing the school

About the Employer

Founded in 1858, St. Mary School System is part of the Diocese of Owensboro and provides an excellent Catholic education to student in preschool to 12th grade in far western Kentucky.

St. Mary offers what parents desire for their children, a safe environment combined with a unique opportunity to grow in Christ, while performing at high academic standards. Students emerge from St. Mary with a strong liberal arts education supported by technology and focused on the skills needed for today and tomorrow.

To learn more about St. Mary School System, visit: www.smss.org

MISSON:
St. Mary, a Christ-centered community rooted in Catholic tradition, empowers students academically, encourages selfless sacrifice, and nurtures learners to become a positive influence on others.