Superintendent (#011439) Palmetto Unified School District, Columbia (RICHLAND)
State of South CarolinaJob Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Assistant Deputy Director, Programs, Reentry and Rehabilitative Services, directs and monitors all educational functions.
Directs all activities pertaining to educational operations of the Palmetto Unified School District (PUSD) within the South Carolina Department of Corrections.
Ensures inmates are provided quality academic instruction, and varying vocational training opportunities preparing them for successful reentry into society.
Oversee academic instruction in nine (9) EFA high schools, adult and vocational education in all institutions, while expanding DOL certified apprenticeship programs across the agency.
Demonstrates effective and motivational management and leadership; represents the school district in the administration of all federal projects. Ā
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SCDC Minimum Requirements: Ā
(Or an acceptable equivalence as approved by the Division of State Human Resources).Ā
- Possess South Carolina Department of Education Superintendent Certification.Ā
Preferred Qualifications: Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in public schools that must include classroom instruction and serving as a principal, or in other supervisory positions.
- Successful candidate must have a strong background in curriculum and instruction, with experience in personnel, planning and accountability; proficiency in organization and administration of short-term and long-term strategic planning, Ā Ā
- Strong communication skills, cultivating effective team building, fostering community partners, as well as effective decision-making, delegation, and follow through.
- A letter of interest,
- A copy of the superintendent certification and three current professional letters of recommendation (written within the past 6 months).
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a current resume with undergraduate and graduate work, additional educational preparation and/or certifications, community activities, and previous professional experience . Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.