What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rapid City Area Schools, Rapid City, SD - Superintendent position at McPherson & Jacobson LLC?
Position Description for Rapid City Area Schools, South Dakota
The Rapid City Area Schools, Rapid City, South Dakota, Board of Education is seeking a highly qualified Superintendent. The Board wishes to have the successful candidate assume the responsibilities of the position on July 1, 2025.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development, has been engaged as the consultant in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Education in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment: 12,300
Location: Eastern foothills of the Black Hills, Southwestern South Dakota
The Qualifications
The candidate must have the background, skills, and abilities essential for excellence in educational leadership. The Board seeks a Superintendent who possesses the following leadership and personal qualities:
- District leadership experience in a diverse community, with the capacity to understand the unique values and traditions of the region and Rapid City Area Schools
- Strong communication skills with a collaborative and approachable demeanor that ensures that people feel heard
- Ability to build powerful relationships through trust, integrity, and transparency
- An academic and instructional leader with demonstrated success improving outcomes for all students, especially those who have historically underperformed
- A forward-thinker who continually showcases the district’s strengths and creates extraordinary experiences that make our schools the first choice for families seeking exceptional education
Compensation - $225,000 to $245,000
Search Timeline:
- Closing Date for Applications: February 17, 2025
- Board of Education Selects Finalists: March 4, 2025
- Interviews with Board of Education: March 10, 2025
- Selection of Superintendent: March 18, 2025
Contact information:
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C.
11725 Arbor St., Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144
888-375-4814
Email: apps@macnjake.com
School Website: https://rcas.org
Consultants: Dr. David Barker d_barker@macnjake.com
Dr. Brad Meeks b_meeks@macnjake.com
Rapid City Area Schools, South Dakota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability and, when needed, will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. Anyone requesting a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
Salary : $225,000 - $245,000
