Board of Education

The WSWHE BOCES Board consists of 15 members who are elected by a majority vote of all 31 component district Boards of Education. Some members serve solely on the WSWHE Board while others serve concurrent terms on their home school district’s Board of Education. All members are elected to three-year terms. Board Members John A. Rieger, PresidentLinda King, Vice President Michael Erickson Michael GlassFrank GrimaldiNaomi MarshaGillette NashDaniel Nelson David PetruskaMia PfitzerPaul RiceCheryl SmithJeffrey SmithStephen SmollerJanine Thomas application procEss

The District Superintendent of Schools will receive all inquiries and letters of application for the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations position.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, completed application, three letters of reference specific to this position, transcripts, and proof of certification to:

Mr. James P. Dexter District Superintendent WSWHE BOCES 1153 Burgoyne Ave., Suite 2 Fort Edward, NY 12828

All inquiries, questions, and requests for clarifications are to be directed to Mr. Dexter at 518-746-3310 or jdexter@wswheboces.org.

WsWHE BocEsBoard of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) is a public organization that was created by the New York State Legislature in 1948 to provide shared educational programs and services to school districts. Today, BOCES continues to partner with school districts to provide a broad range of services to help meet the evolving needs of learners of all ages.

The BOCES Board of Education, a governing board made up from representatives from component school districts, is responsible for oversight of curricular, financial and other policy decisions. The chief executive officer of the BOCES is the District Superintendent who works closely with local school districts as a liaison/agent of the New York State Commissioner of Education.

The Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex (WSWHE) BOCES serves 31 school districts in a five-county region. WSWHE BOCES is comprised of four major divisions; three educational divisions and one service division. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) division offers 17 different trades programs to high-school aged students, as well as two New Visions programs. Adult students also enroll in the CTE trades programs. Additionally, WSWHE BOCES, in partnership with SUNY Adirondack, offers an early college high school program and a PTECH program. The Exceptional Learners Division (ELD) serves special education students and students with disabilities whose instructional needs cannot be met appropriately in their local districts. A holistic, flexible approach is taken in the five unique, needs driven programs offered by this division. Additionally, nearly a dozen different specialized services are available to the component districts. The WSWHE BOCES Employment Training for Adults (ETA) division is focused on providing educational opportunities to adults in our service region that will allow them to successfully change career paths or advance in a current career path. Current areas of training include health-related careers, commercial driving, security guard, computing, and the electrical, welding, and HVAC trades. Through our School Support Services (SSS) division, districts are provided with opportunities for staff professional development, curriculum development, technology support, library resources, and student enrichment programs, all of which place a heavy emphasis on program quality and responsiveness to district needs.

The Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations coordinates, supervises and provides leadership for financial planning and budgeting, as well as manages the WSWHE BOCES Administrative Services, which includes the business office, operations and maintenance, and transportation services. Administrative Services supports a number of shared services for component school districts to increase their effectiveness and operational cost-efficiency.

AN INVITATION TO APPLY

FOR THE POSTION OF

AssistAnt superintendent for finAnce And operAtions

The Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES does not discriminate in its programs and activities, including employment and admission as applicable, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, veterans’ status, political affiliation, domestic victim status, use of a guide dog, hearing dog or service dog, disability, or other classifications protected under federal or state law, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The designated district compliance officers will coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law. The BOCES Compliance Officers are: Donna J. Wisenburn, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource Services or Timothy G. Place, Deputy District Superintendent, Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES, 1153 Burgoyne Avenue, Suite 2, Fort Edward, NY 12828, phone: (518) 581-3310 or 746-3310, email: dwisenburn@wswheboces.org or tplace@wswheboces.org. Complaints may also be filed with the Office for Civil Rights, New York Office, U.S. Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500, phone (646) 428-3800, fax (646) 428-3843, email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov

aBout tHE position Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations is responsible for the operation, supervision and evaluation of the WSWHE BOCES Administrative Services, which includes fiscal services, budgeting, operations and maintenance, regional and BOCES transportation, facilities and construction, property and risk management, purchasing, and business office.

The Assistant Superintendent is charged with providing oversight, direction, and support of sound business practices in the BOCES and its 31 component school districts that serve over 38,000 students. The successful candidate will have the requisite skills to provide leadership and analysis in the development and implementation of a $74.8 million budget for the benefit of the BOCES supervisory district, a successful track record in developing long-term strategies for fiscal stability, and a demonstrated ability to effectively plan and communicate with multiple stakeholders. It is expected that the candidate will have the skills necessary to assist area school districts with all aspects of fiscal and business management to effectively reduce costs, while increasing efficiencies.

The Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations must have the skills and experience to develop creative and fiscally responsible proposals to accomplish district goals, which are also acceptable to the community and provide leadership and counsel to regional health insurance and workers’ compensation consortiums.

Lastly, the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations will serve on the senior leadership team for the BOCES, and will complete other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent.

Qualifications

WSWHE BOCES seeks an energetic, assertive, creative problem-solver who:

districts WE sErvE

Of the 31 school districts that WSWHE BOCES serves, there are three city school districts, three union-free school districts, one common school district and 24 central school districts. The total enrollment in the component districts kindergarten through grade 12 is approximately 38,000 students.

Abraham Wing Common SchoolArgyle Central SchoolBallston Spa Central SchoolBolton Central SchoolCambridge Central SchoolCorinth Central SchoolFort Ann Central SchoolFort Edward Union Free SchoolGalway Central SchoolGlens Falls City SchoolGranville Central SchoolGreenwich Central SchoolHadley-Luzerne Central SchoolHartford Central SchoolHudson Falls Central SchoolIndian Lake Central SchoolJohnsburg Central SchoolLake George Central SchoolMechanicville City SchoolMinerva Central SchoolNewcomb Central SchoolNorth Warren Central SchoolQueensbury Union Free SchoolSalem Central SchoolSaratoga Springs City SchoolsSchuylerville Central SchoolSouth Glens Falls Central SchoolStillwater Central SchoolWarrensburg Central SchoolWaterford-Halfmoon Union Free SchoolWhitehall Central School

WsWHE BocEs community

Covering 2,686 square miles, WSWHE BOCES is, geographically, the second largest BOCES region of the 37 BOCES in New York.

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce motto, “Live Like You’re on Vacation,” accurately describes the four-season vacation destination that is home to the five counties WSWHE BOCES serves.

The diversity of the landscape has something for everyone from the majestic Adirondack Mountains and the Queen of American Lakes, Lake George, to the excitement of the Saratoga Race Course and live entertainment in an outdoor arena, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

The area is also rich in history and culture with museums and special events that draw people from around the world. Activities abound making it difficult to make time for them all. Top colleges, universities, and world-class health facilities are within the region, which offers easy access to Canada, Boston, and New York City.

The types of school districts in the region are as diverse as the landscape, from rural districts nestled in the rolling green pastures of Washington County, or near the roaring Hudson River, to city districts located in a thriving business climate and the neighboring Tech Valley. Districts have united in working together to align curriculum to meet the needs of the 21st century workforce.

Washington County

• Has a strong financial/accounting history and background, and strong organizational and analytical skills; Certified Public Accountant preferred, or equivalent, related experience.

• Has a proven track record developing and implementing multimillion-dollar budgets; experience as a school business official preferred.

• Holds appropriate New York State certification.

• Has experience in health insurance and workers’ compensation trusts as well as general labor relations.

• Is flexible in designing programs and services that best meet the needs of school districts in the WSWHE BOCES region; makes creative use of existing resources.

• Demonstrates a leadership style characterized by strong communication and exemplary trouble-shooting skills, integrity, fairness, and efficient use of time.

• Complies with the appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting WSWHE BOCES.

• Has the skills required to collaborate and work effectively with school districts, WSWHE BOCES, and the New York State Education Department, recognizing the unique needs that exist in each district.

• Is highly visible and accessible to WSWHE BOCES and its component school districts and is able to translate complex information into everyday language.

• Is a savvy networker that can foster and develop relationships with business and industry, higher education, school districts, and communities to work collaboratively and promote BOCES.

• Is a team player with the necessary qualities for creating a successful and harmonious workplace.

• Is a lifelong learner with excellent presentation and facilitation skills and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit.

rEcruiting timEtaBlE

Last date to submit applications ............................................................................. February 28, 2018 Screening Interviews ........................................................................................March 19, 20, & 21, 2018 Committee Interviews ............................................................................................March 28 or 29, 2018 Board Interviews ..................................................................................................................... April 18, 2018 Anticipated Appointment .......................................................................................................May 9, 2018 New Assistant Superintendent takes office ..................................................................... July 1, 2018

tErms of EmploymEnt

The Board of Education expects to offer an initial salary in the $145,000 to $160,000 range based on the successful candidate’s experience and training. The successful candidate for this position will serve a four year probationary period under the statutes and regulations for school administrators in New York State.

invitation to apply

WSWHE BOCES has commenced a search for an Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations. The vacancy results from the upcoming retirement of Tim Place who has served in this position since 2011.

District Superintendent of Schools, James P. Dexter, will be coordinating the search process over the next several months. The District Superintendent will review applications and conduct initial screening interviews, along with the Assistant Superintendent. Subsequent interviews will be conducted by WSWHE BOCES component Chief School Officers, School Business Officials, and various stakeholders.

Lake George

aBout tHE position Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations is responsible for the operation, supervision and evaluation of the WSWHE BOCES Administrative Services, which includes fiscal services, budgeting, operations and maintenance, regional and BOCES transportation, facilities and construction, property and risk management, purchasing, and business office.

The Assistant Superintendent is charged with providing oversight, direction, and support of sound business practices in the BOCES and its 31 component school districts that serve over 38,000 students. The successful candidate will have the requisite skills to provide leadership and analysis in the development and implementation of a $74.8 million budget for the benefit of the BOCES supervisory district, a successful track record in developing long-term strategies for fiscal stability, and a demonstrated ability to effectively plan and communicate with multiple stakeholders. It is expected that the candidate will have the skills necessary to assist area school districts with all aspects of fiscal and business management to effectively reduce costs, while increasing efficiencies.

The Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations must have the skills and experience to develop creative and fiscally responsible proposals to accomplish district goals, which are also acceptable to the community and provide leadership and counsel to regional health insurance and workers’ compensation consortiums.

Lastly, the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations will serve on the senior leadership team for the BOCES, and will complete other duties as assigned by the District Superintendent.

Qualifications

WSWHE BOCES seeks an energetic, assertive, creative problem-solver who:

districts WE sErvE

Of the 31 school districts that WSWHE BOCES serves, there are three city school districts, three union-free school districts, one common school district and 24 central school districts. The total enrollment in the component districts kindergarten through grade 12 is approximately 38,000 students.

Abraham Wing Common SchoolArgyle Central SchoolBallston Spa Central SchoolBolton Central SchoolCambridge Central SchoolCorinth Central SchoolFort Ann Central SchoolFort Edward Union Free SchoolGalway Central SchoolGlens Falls City SchoolGranville Central SchoolGreenwich Central SchoolHadley-Luzerne Central SchoolHartford Central SchoolHudson Falls Central SchoolIndian Lake Central SchoolJohnsburg Central SchoolLake George Central SchoolMechanicville City SchoolMinerva Central SchoolNewcomb Central SchoolNorth Warren Central SchoolQueensbury Union Free SchoolSalem Central SchoolSaratoga Springs City SchoolsSchuylerville Central SchoolSouth Glens Falls Central SchoolStillwater Central SchoolWarrensburg Central SchoolWaterford-Halfmoon Union Free SchoolWhitehall Central School

WsWHE BocEs community

Covering 2,686 square miles, WSWHE BOCES is, geographically, the second largest BOCES region of the 37 BOCES in New York.

The Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce motto, “Live Like You’re on Vacation,” accurately describes the four-season vacation destination that is home to the five counties WSWHE BOCES serves.

The diversity of the landscape has something for everyone from the majestic Adirondack Mountains and the Queen of American Lakes, Lake George, to the excitement of the Saratoga Race Course and live entertainment in an outdoor arena, the Saratoga Performing Arts Center.

The area is also rich in history and culture with museums and special events that draw people from around the world. Activities abound making it difficult to make time for them all. Top colleges, universities, and world-class health facilities are within the region, which offers easy access to Canada, Boston, and New York City.

The types of school districts in the region are as diverse as the landscape, from rural districts nestled in the rolling green pastures of Washington County, or near the roaring Hudson River, to city districts located in a thriving business climate and the neighboring Tech Valley. Districts have united in working together to align curriculum to meet the needs of the 21st century workforce.

Washington County

• Has a strong financial/accounting history and background, and strong organizational and analytical skills; Certified Public Accountant preferred, or equivalent, related experience.

• Has a proven track record developing and implementing multimillion-dollar budgets; experience as a school business official preferred.

• Holds appropriate New York State certification.

• Has experience in health insurance and workers’ compensation trusts as well as general labor relations.

• Is flexible in designing programs and services that best meet the needs of school districts in the WSWHE BOCES region; makes creative use of existing resources.

• Demonstrates a leadership style characterized by strong communication and exemplary trouble-shooting skills, integrity, fairness, and efficient use of time.

• Complies with the appropriate laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting WSWHE BOCES.

• Has the skills required to collaborate and work effectively with school districts, WSWHE BOCES, and the New York State Education Department, recognizing the unique needs that exist in each district.

• Is highly visible and accessible to WSWHE BOCES and its component school districts and is able to translate complex information into everyday language.

• Is a savvy networker that can foster and develop relationships with business and industry, higher education, school districts, and communities to work collaboratively and promote BOCES.

• Is a team player with the necessary qualities for creating a successful and harmonious workplace.

• Is a lifelong learner with excellent presentation and facilitation skills and possesses an entrepreneurial spirit.

rEcruiting timEtaBlE

Last date to submit applications ............................................................................. February 28, 2018 Screening Interviews ........................................................................................March 19, 20, & 21, 2018 Committee Interviews ............................................................................................March 28 or 29, 2018 Board Interviews ..................................................................................................................... April 18, 2018 Anticipated Appointment .......................................................................................................May 9, 2018 New Assistant Superintendent takes office ..................................................................... July 1, 2018

tErms of EmploymEnt

The Board of Education expects to offer an initial salary in the $145,000 to $160,000 range based on the successful candidate’s experience and training. The successful candidate for this position will serve a four year probationary period under the statutes and regulations for school administrators in New York State.

invitation to apply

WSWHE BOCES has commenced a search for an Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations. The vacancy results from the upcoming retirement of Tim Place who has served in this position since 2011.

District Superintendent of Schools, James P. Dexter, will be coordinating the search process over the next several months. The District Superintendent will review applications and conduct initial screening interviews, along with the Assistant Superintendent. Subsequent interviews will be conducted by WSWHE BOCES component Chief School Officers, School Business Officials, and various stakeholders.

Lake George

Board of Education

The WSWHE BOCES Board consists of 15 members who are elected by a majority vote of all 31 component district Boards of Education. Some members serve solely on the WSWHE Board while others serve concurrent terms on their home school district’s Board of Education. All members are elected to three-year terms. Board Members John A. Rieger, PresidentLinda King, Vice President Michael Erickson Michael GlassFrank GrimaldiNaomi MarshGillette NashDaniel Nelson David PetruskaMia PfitzerPaul RiceCheryl SmithJeffrey SmithStephen SmollerJanine Thomas application procEss

The District Superintendent of Schools will receive all inquiries and letters of application for the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations position.

Candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, completed application, three letters of reference specific to this position, transcripts, and proof of certification to:

Mr. James P. Dexter District Superintendent WSWHE BOCES 1153 Burgoyne Ave., Suite 2 Fort Edward, NY 12828

All inquiries, questions, and requests for clarifications are to be directed to Mr. Dexter at 518-746-3310 or jdexter@wswheboces.org.

WsWHE BocEsBoard of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) is a public organization that was created by the New York State Legislature in 1948 to provide shared educational programs and services to school districts. Today, BOCES continues to partner with school districts to provide a broad range of services to help meet the evolving needs of learners of all ages.

The BOCES Board of Education, a governing board made up from representatives from component school districts, is responsible for oversight of curricular, financial and other policy decisions. The chief executive officer of the BOCES is the District Superintendent who works closely with local school districts as a liaison/agent of the New York State Commissioner of Education.

The Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex (WSWHE) BOCES serves 31 school districts in a five-county region. WSWHE BOCES is comprised of four major divisions; three educational divisions and one service division. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) division offers 17 different trades programs to high-school aged students, as well as two New Visions programs. Adult students also enroll in the CTE trades programs. Additionally, WSWHE BOCES, in partnership with SUNY Adirondack, offers an early college high school program and a PTECH program. The Exceptional Learners Division (ELD) serves special education students and students with disabilities whose instructional needs cannot be met appropriately in their local districts. A holistic, flexible approach is taken in the five unique, needs driven programs offered by this division. Additionally, nearly a dozen different specialized services are available to the component districts. The WSWHE BOCES Employment Training for Adults (ETA) division is focused on providing educational opportunities to adults in our service region that will allow them to successfully change career paths or advance in a current career path. Current areas of training include health-related careers, commercial driving, security guard, computing, and the electrical, welding, and HVAC trades. Through our School Support Services (SSS) division, districts are provided with opportunities for staff professional development, curriculum development, technology support, library resources, and student enrichment programs, all of which place a heavy emphasis on program quality and responsiveness to district needs.

The Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations coordinates, supervises and provides leadership for financial planning and budgeting, as well as manages the WSWHE BOCES Administrative Services, which includes the business office, operations and maintenance, and transportation services. Administrative Services supports a number of shared services for component school districts to increase their effectiveness and operational cost-efficiency.

AN INVITATION TO APPLY

FOR THE POSTION OF

AssistAnt superintendent for finAnce And operAtions

The Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES does not discriminate in its programs and activities, including employment and admission as applicable, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, economic status, marital status, veterans’ status, political affiliation, domestic victim status, use of a guide dog, hearing dog or service dog, disability, or other classifications protected under federal or state law, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The designated district compliance officers will coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law. The BOCES Compliance Officers are: Donna J. Wisenburn, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource Services or Timothy G. Place, Deputy District Superintendent, Washington-Saratoga-Warren-Hamilton-Essex BOCES, 1153 Burgoyne Avenue, Suite 2, Fort Edward, NY 12828, phone: (518) 581-3310 or 746-3310, email: dwisenburn@wswheboces.org or tplace@wswheboces.org. Complaints may also be filed with the Office for Civil Rights, New York Office, U.S. Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500, phone (646) 428-3800, fax (646) 428-3843, email: OCR.NewYork@ed.gov