Whitefish School District, Whitefish, MT - Superintendent

McPherson & Jacobson LLC; Whitefish (MT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whitefish School District in Whitefish, Montana, seeks a highly qualified Superintendent to lead the district and sustain its mission of ensuring success for all students.

The successful candidate will work with the Board of Trustees, use data to drive instructional improvement, communicate transparently with staff and the community, and manage district resources with a focus on equity and outcomes. This is a full-time, leadership role beginning July 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• 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
• Strong data-driven decision-making and transparency with the Board of Trustees

Responsibilities

• Lead the Whitefish School District and support its mission to ensure success for all students.
• Provide regular, clear academic data reports to the Board of Trustees and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the Board to implement policies and directives.
• Communicate effectively with staff, families, and community to promote district priorities and a positive image.

Job description

Whitefish School District, Whitefish, MT - Superintendent

Job ID: 5917847

Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 1, 2027

Location: Whitefish, Montana

Enrollment: 1,960 students

Salary: Regionally competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Job Description

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.

School Website: https://www.whitefishschools.org

Job Categories:

Administration > Superintendent

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 district
• Addresses 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

Search Timeline:

• Closing date for applications: October 20, 2026
• School Board selects finalists to interview: Week of November 9, 2026
• Finalists’ Interviews with the School Board: Week of November 16, 2026
• Selection of new Superintendent: TBD
• Start date: July 1, 2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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 accommodationsto applicants and employees. Anyone requesting reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process please contact McPherson & Jacobson at the address/phone/email above.