BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY
Superintendent - Whitefish School District, Whitefish, Montana
BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Position Description for Whitefish School District, Whitefish, Montana.
The
Whitefish School District Board of Trustees, Whitefish, Montana , is seeking a highly qualified
Superintendent
to lead the district and support its mission of ensuring success for all students.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development are engaged as consultants in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Trustees in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment:
1,960 students
Location:
Whitefish, Montana
Salary:
Regionally competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
The Qualifications -
The Whitefish School District seeks a student-centered, confident, and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Superintendent of Schools. The District is committed to academic excellence, transparency, strong instructional leadership, and a positive culture that values both high expectations and kindness.
Desired Leadership Characteristics:
Demonstrates confidence in decision-making while remaining thoughtful and informed
Seeks input and feedback from multiple perspectives but makes timely, decisive choices
Makes decisions in the best interest of students and the district
Follows through to ensure decisions are fully implemented
Instructional Leadership & Forward Thinking
Strong, forward-thinking instructional leader who promotes student-centered decision-making and anticipates future needs and opportunities for the district
Uses academic data and the latest research to guide instructional improvement
Supports continuous improvement, staff clarity, and Professional Learning Communities
Board Leadership, Follow-Through & Governance
Understands governance roles and works effectively with the board ensuring systems, policies, and directives are implemented and sustained
Demonstrates a strong commitment to data-driven decision-making and transparency providing regular, clear academic data reports to the Board of Trustees
Takes feedback from the board and stakeholders while ensuring board directives and collaborative decisions are carried out
Communication and Organizational Skills
Strong, organized communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
Keeps the board, staff, and community well-informed through proactive communication
Clearly explains decisions, expectations, and district priorities
Promotes the district positively and professionally with the public
Culture of Kindness, Empathy & High Standards
Empathetic leader who listens, understands concerns, and values people
Fosters a culture of kindness, respect, and positivity across the districtAddresses staff concerns and ensures all employees feel heard and valued
Maintains high standards while supporting staff growth and well-being
Continuous Improvement & Professional Growth
Committed to personal growth and reflective leadership
Continuously works to move the district toward greater excellence
Open to feedback and committed to learning and improvement at all levels of the organization
Promotes and models clear expectations and accountability
Experience & Qualifications
Previous successful experience as a superintendent preferred
Demonstrated record of ethical leadership and sound judgment
Strong organizational, leadership, and resource management skills, including knowledge of school finance
Apply online at: www.macnjake.com
Search Timeline:
Closing date for applications: January 29, 2026 School Board selects finalists to interview: February 12, 2026 Finalists’ Interviews with the School Board: Week of March 2, 2026 Selection of new Superintendent: Week of March 2, 2026 Start date: July 1, 2026
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://www.whitefishschools.org
Consultants:
Mrs. Sharla Johns
Dr. David Barker
Whitefish School District 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 reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
Experience & Qualifications
Previous successful experience as a superintendent preferred
Demonstrated record of ethical leadership and sound judgment
Strong organizational, leadership, and resource management skills, including knowledge of school finance
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The
Whitefish School District Board of Trustees, Whitefish, Montana , is seeking a highly qualified
Superintendent
to lead the district and support its mission of ensuring success for all students.
McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C., Executive Recruitment and Development are engaged as consultants in a search for outstanding candidates. They will assist the Board of Trustees in identifying and screening the candidates.
Enrollment:
1,960 students
Location:
Whitefish, Montana
Salary:
Regionally competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
The Qualifications -
The Whitefish School District seeks a student-centered, confident, and forward-thinking leader to serve as its next Superintendent of Schools. The District is committed to academic excellence, transparency, strong instructional leadership, and a positive culture that values both high expectations and kindness.
Desired Leadership Characteristics:
Demonstrates confidence in decision-making while remaining thoughtful and informed
Seeks input and feedback from multiple perspectives but makes timely, decisive choices
Makes decisions in the best interest of students and the district
Follows through to ensure decisions are fully implemented
Instructional Leadership & Forward Thinking
Strong, forward-thinking instructional leader who promotes student-centered decision-making and anticipates future needs and opportunities for the district
Uses academic data and the latest research to guide instructional improvement
Supports continuous improvement, staff clarity, and Professional Learning Communities
Board Leadership, Follow-Through & Governance
Understands governance roles and works effectively with the board ensuring systems, policies, and directives are implemented and sustained
Demonstrates a strong commitment to data-driven decision-making and transparency providing regular, clear academic data reports to the Board of Trustees
Takes feedback from the board and stakeholders while ensuring board directives and collaborative decisions are carried out
Communication and Organizational Skills
Strong, organized communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
Keeps the board, staff, and community well-informed through proactive communication
Clearly explains decisions, expectations, and district priorities
Promotes the district positively and professionally with the public
Culture of Kindness, Empathy & High Standards
Empathetic leader who listens, understands concerns, and values people
Fosters a culture of kindness, respect, and positivity across the districtAddresses staff concerns and ensures all employees feel heard and valued
Maintains high standards while supporting staff growth and well-being
Continuous Improvement & Professional Growth
Committed to personal growth and reflective leadership
Continuously works to move the district toward greater excellence
Open to feedback and committed to learning and improvement at all levels of the organization
Promotes and models clear expectations and accountability
Experience & Qualifications
Previous successful experience as a superintendent preferred
Demonstrated record of ethical leadership and sound judgment
Strong organizational, leadership, and resource management skills, including knowledge of school finance
Apply online at: www.macnjake.com
Search Timeline:
Closing date for applications: January 29, 2026 School Board selects finalists to interview: February 12, 2026 Finalists’ Interviews with the School Board: Week of March 2, 2026 Selection of new Superintendent: Week of March 2, 2026 Start date: July 1, 2026
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://www.whitefishschools.org
Consultants:
Mrs. Sharla Johns
Dr. David Barker
Whitefish School District 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 reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.
Experience & Qualifications
Previous successful experience as a superintendent preferred
Demonstrated record of ethical leadership and sound judgment
Strong organizational, leadership, and resource management skills, including knowledge of school finance
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