Job Title: Superintendent of Elba City Schools

Job Description:

The Superintendent serves as the chief executive officer of the Elba City Board of Education. The Superintendent's duties include those prescribed for superintendents under the Alabama Code(§ 16-12-1, et seq.) and corresponding requirements and regulations established by the Alabama State Board of Education and the Elba City Board of Education. The Superintendent is responsible for implementation of Board policies and its approved goals and objectives. The Superintendent oversees and directs the effective operation of the District, including the general administration of all instructional, business, and other functions. The Superintendent advises and makes recommendations to the Board of Education respecting such activities, including policies and procedures deemed appropriate to the attainment of District goals and legal compliance. The Superintendent provides effective leadership for the School District and maintains clear and consistent lines of communication with the Board, Central Office, and school leadership teams, all District employees, parents, students, media, and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• General fitness and character appropriate to the position;
• Degree from a recognized four-year college or university;
• Certification or eligibility for certification in administration and recognized ability as a school administrator;
• A minimum of five years successful experience in and general knowledge of public school administration;
• Such other minimum qualifications as may be established by statute or the State Board of Education;
• The applicant is expected to begin employment on or after November 1, 2024;
• The successful candidate will be preferred to reside in the Elba, Alabama, area. The Superintendent's school-age children are preferred, but not required, to attend Elba City Schools unless there is extenuating circumstances. These issues remain subject to negotiation by the Board with the candidate.
• Have prior years administrative experience, preferably a broad range of elementary and secondary experience;
• Demonstrate ability in group dynamics and in working with people who have varying backgrounds and interests;
• Possess ability to view all aspects of issues and deal fairly when views differ from his/her own;
• Demonstrate knowledge of school finance;
• Demonstrate knowledge of educational research and methods of research;
• Possess ability to delegate;
• Hold an Alabama certificate in administration and supervision;

Desired Traits:

• Possess good character, high moral standing and integrity; 
• Possess any other qualifications that the Board deems necessary and proper; 
• Have three (3) years of successful educational experience as a teacher, principal, supervisor or superintendent during the five (5) years immediately preceding his/her selection

Salary Range:

The minimum salary for the position is $110,000.00 up to $125.000.00 plus benefits, but is negotiable based on the successful candidate's experience and proven track record of success. 

Application Information: 

The applicant is requested to print, sign, and submit an application on the approved form attached herewith with a cover letter, resume, and at least three (3) professional references by email to 

Hon. L. Merrill Shirley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
SHIRLEY LAW FIRM
Post Office Box 408
Elba, Alabama 36323
merrill@shirleylawoffice.com

In addition, a verified transcript from the institution that granted the applicant's highest degree must be requested by the applicant and sent directly by regular mail. 

For additional information, please contact The Shirley Law Firm at 431 North Court Street, Elba Alabama, 36323, phone: 334-897-5775 or email: merrill@shirleylawoffice.com

Application Deadline:

ALL APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE OFFICE OF HON. L. MERRILL SHIRLEY, ESQ., BY THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS 5:00 P.M., CENTRAL STANDARD TIME ON JULY 25, 2024.