Please send a cover letter requesting an application along with a resumé and folder of professional credentials by February 10, 2017. To: Dr. Charles Khoury, District Superintendent Attn: Sullivan BOCES DS Search Ulster BOCES 175 Route 32 North New Paltz, NY 12561

Superintendent Experience Preferred. Candidates must possess a valid New York State School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL) certification.

The successful candidate will be offered a salary and benefits package within the legislated definitions, and depending upon background, qualifications and experience, up to the legal limitations.

The anticipated start date for the new District Superintendent is July 1, 2017.

To find out more about Sullivan BOCES visit us at www.scboces.org.

An Invitation toapply for the position of

District Superintendent

& Chief Executive Officer

Where Futures Begin & Dreams Are Achieved!

Application Process

Sullivan County BOCES is an equal opportunity employer, which does not discriminate on the basis of color, age, creed, religion,

disability, martial status, veteran status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, race, gender and sexual orientation in itseducational programs, activities or employment practices.

Sullivan CountyBoard of Cooperative Educational Services

Where Futures Begin & Dreams Are Achieved!

Nine members of the Sullivan County BOCES Board are elected to three-year terms by the boards of the eight component districts. The Board members include:

Ms. Linda Berkowicz - President, Fallsburg Central School Mr. Simmie Williams III - Vice President, At-Large Ms. Donna Bright - Board Clerk Ms. Carol Bliefernich - Eldred Central SchoolMs. Anne Colman - Liberty Central School Ms. Linda Fisk - Livingston Manor Central SchoolDr. Kenneth Hilton - Sullivan West Central SchoolMs. Susan Horton - Monticello Central SchoolMr. Scott Mickelson - Tri-Valley Central SchoolMs. Carol Park - Roscoe Central School

The BOCES Board

BOCES Mission To increase student performance in districts and communities of Sullivan County, New York through leadership and cooperative services.

We are known for: • Helping students achieve their full potential • Providing service of unparalleled excellence • Demonstrating expertise • Encouraging innovation

In a manner that: • Shows caring and respect for all • Demonstrates integrity • Is cost effective • Is responsive and flexible

We are committed to: • Customer satisfaction • A quality workforce • Personal and professional growth

Vision

Sullivan BOCES is looking for a candidate with the ability to...

• Lead, manage and direct with vision in a collaborative environment• Create short and long-term financial strategies to make the best use of resources• Develop, implement and supervise

effective personnel policies and practices• Communicate effectively in written and spoken language• Counsel and advise boards of education and superintendents on issues of law, regulation, policy and educational programs• Listen actively to the needs of those within the educational and county communities• Respect the needs, as well as the contributions of all of the individuals who serve or are served by this BOCES• Use ingenuity and imagination to create “out of the box” ideas and solutions

In addition the successful candidate should have...

• Experience with facilities management and infrastructure improvements/school construction• Exceptional leadership and organizational skills with a proven track record of success • Experience in leading diverse personalities throughout all sectors of the educational and county communities• An approachable, flexible, self-confident personality• The ability to delegate, yet maintain control and knowledge of various initiatives• A willingness to become part of Sullivan County’s community• A desire to reside in Sullivan County (Preference Given)

The District Superintendent of Schools serves both the State Education Department (SED) and the Board of Cooperative Educational Services. In this capacity, under education law, the District Superintendent functions as the chief executive officer of BOCES, supervising the administration of the services BOCES provides at the request of the component districts. The District Superintendent is also responsible for providing leadership as a regional representative of the Commissioner of Education. In this role, the Superintendent may be asked by the Commissioner to represent her on special assignment in the school districts within the supervisory area.

The District Superintendent’s duties also include:

Liaison Services • Facilitate communication between districts and SED • Interpret, clarify and assist in the implementation of New York State Education Law and the rules and regulations of the Board of Regents and the Commissioner of Education

Superintendent SearchesUpon request, the BOCES superintendent may be called upon by a component board of education to act as a consultant in the selection of a superintendent of schools, in the recruitment, screening and evaluation of candidates.

ConsultingDrawing upon the resources of SED and BOCES professional staff, the District Superintendent consults with school districts on a variety of educational issues including: • Implementing state standards and graduation requirements • Managing and planning building projects • Re-organizing school boundaries • Participating in SED programs

The Position

The District Superintendent is assisted by a senior management team comprised of the Deputy Superintendent, Executive Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Special / Alternative Education, Director of Adult/Career & Technical Education, Director of Instructional Support Services, and the Director of Human Resources.

The full cabinet also includes Program Principals & Assistant Principals, the Director of Communications, the Director of Library Services, ELA Specialist and the Instructional Technology/Arts In Education Coordinator.

Administrative Team

Candidate Attributes

Sullivan BOCES Is located in the southern Catskill region of New York State. 100 miles from New York City, Sullivan County is known for its natural beauty, outdoor recreation, open spaces and close proximity to the New York Metropolitan Area, all of which makes Sullivan County an ideal location for cultural and economic growth.

The County is home to the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival, the Montreign Resort/Adelaar Casino project, legendary fly fishing of the Beaverkill and Willowemoc Rivers, the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts & Museum, bald eagles, challenging golf courses, resorts and much more.

Residents of the County are also within commuting distance from several community and SUNY Colleges. Sullivan County is also within 45 miles of Stewart International Airport and is the home of the Sullivan County International Airport, which is large enough for small and corporate jets. The County is deeply involved in Sullivan Renaissance (a county-wide beautification program) and offers quaint surroundings, affordable housing, friendly neighborhoods and a great deal of community pride, making Sullivan County a prime choice for new residents.

The supervisory district serves eight component districts (Eldred CSD, Fallsburg CSD, Liberty CSD, Livingston Manor CSD, Monticello CSD, Roscoe CSD, Sullivan West CSD, and Tri-Valley CSD). Sullivan BOCES also provides cross crontract services to districts throughout the state.

Sullivan BOCES consists of:1,073 square miles9,233 student base$30 million 2015-2016 budget 370 dedicated full & part-time staff

Sullivan BOCES has five campuses all within 15 minutes from Liberty, the geographical center of the county. • The Rubin Pollack Education Center (the main campus) • The White Sulphur Springs School • The St. John Street Education Center • The Administrative Offices • The Youngsville School (currently not occupied)

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